Low Carb Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of these Low Carb Classic Peanut Butter Cookies, a delightful twist on a timeless favorite! With only six simple ingredients, including creamy unsweetened peanut butter and a low-carb sweetener like erythritol, these cookies are tailored for keto and low-carb lifestyles. Ready in under 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe boasts a perfectly soft yet slightly chewy texture, highlighted by the iconic criss-cross fork marks. Each cookie is gluten-free and naturally flourless, making it a wholesome snack or dessert option. Satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with this versatile and irresistibly rich peanut butter treat!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy unsweetened peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Erythritol or granulated low-carb sweetener
- 1 whole Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and erythritol. Stir until smooth and well-blended.
Step 3
Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated and a dough forms.
Step 4
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Step 5
Gently flatten each ball of dough with a fork in a criss-cross pattern to give each cookie its classic texture.
Step 6
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes, until they are lightly golden but remain soft in the center.
Step 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Enjoy these delicious low-carb peanut butter cookies as a satisfying snack or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (416.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1520.8 |
| Total Fat 125.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1938.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 172.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.9g | |
| Protein 66.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 179.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1581.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories