Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies are one of my favorite cookies of all time, and this recipe is one of the best. If you’re a peanut butter cookie lover too, this recipe is an absolute must-try.
These vegan cookies have the perfect balance of soft chewiness. I love making this peanut butter dessert for special occasions, around the holidays, or whenever I’m craving something buttery, crumbly, and ultra-rich. Peanut butter cookies are a timeless classic for a reason, adored for their soft, chewy texture and rich, peanut-buttery flavor. These cookies are perfect for a snack or dessert any time of the year.
Some of the benefits of eating vegan peanut butter cookies:
- Great source of protein and fiber.
- Low in fat and calories.
- Good source of antioxidants.
- Free of dairy, eggs, and cholesterol.
- They are delicious!
How to make Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cream together the softened vegan butter and peanut butter in a large bowl. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. If desired, roll dough balls in sugar and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are slightly soft. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Tips:
- For chewier cookies, bake for 13 minutes. For crispier cookies, bake for 12 minutes.
- Let the dough chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the top of each cookie before baking for a salty-sweet flavor.
- Add chopped chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries to the dough for added flavor and texture.
These cookies are:
- Easy to bake
- Quick & simple
- Protein-packed
- Fiber-rich
- Dairy-free
- Egg-free
- Delicious
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Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) vegan butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter and peanut butter until smooth.
- Beat in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, baking powder, flour, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If the dough is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it is easy to roll into balls.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll the balls of dough in the granulated sugar, if desired.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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