Best 5 Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipes
In the realm of indulgent treats, peanut butter cookies stand as a comforting classic, often evoking nostalgic memories of childhood. While traditional recipes may be laden with refined sugars, saturated fats, and empty calories, it's possible to create a healthier version of this beloved cookie without compromising on taste or satisfaction. By using wholesome ingredients, reducing added sugars, and incorporating healthier fats, you can relish in the delightful combination of peanut butter and cookie without sacrificing your health goals. This article aims to guide you through the process of crafting delicious and nutritious peanut butter cookies that won't leave you feeling guilty after indulging.
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HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
Only four ingredients and one bowl are needed for these healthy peanut butter cookies. If you want to make this recipe gluten free, make sure the oat bran was made in a certified gluten-free facility. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Roll level tablespoons into balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets; flatten with a fork. , Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER BANANA OATMEAL COOKIES
Tasty little cookies with no added fat or sugar - these are so guilt-free, they can be eaten for breakfast. Adapted from theskinnyfork.com's Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies.
Provided by MariaMiller
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 30 cookies, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Mash bananas with a fork and mix in peanut butter, apple sauce, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir in oats and coconut.
- Drop by tablespoon onto a non stick cookie sheet (lined with parchment paper or sprayed with non-stick spray). I use a small cookie scooper.
- Flatten a bit to shape the cookie (they don't rise or spread at all when baking).
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
- Allow to cool, and enjoy!
HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These will be THE LAST peanut butter chocolate chip recipe you try! YUMM. These taste really sinful, but they are actually healthy for you. I adapted this recipe from the classic nestle one. (shh...I think these are even BETTER) They are very thick, soft, and chewy cookies and I promise you that NO ONE will be able to eat just one. I hope you enjoy baking (and eating) these as much as I do.
Provided by ChardonianCook
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 38m
Yield 36 cookies, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl; set aside.
- Beat butters, sugars, applesauce, and honey on medium speed until creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually beat in flour mixture, just until combined.
- Scrape down bowl (for flour buildup on the sides) and stir in chocolate chips.
- Set OVEN to 375ºF (If using dark or nonstick pan, lower temperature to 350ºF).
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are set but centers are still soft; cookies should NOT be browning yet.
- *optional: You can quickly chill dough or dropped cookie dough on baking sheets in the freezer 10-15 minutes before baking, for a thicker cookie.
- You can also position oven racks to top and bottom thirds of oven; halfway through baking, rotate cookie sheet top to bottom and front to back.
EASY TASTY HEALTHY (ISH) FLOURLESS 2 WAY PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
These are great and so simple you'll want to make them again and again. Adding the oats will give you a denser texture and make the cookies slightly more filling and you can serve them warm after they have half cooled. I do urge you to try them without the oats, they have an amazing light crumbly texture and a more concentrated flavour. In this case you must wait for the cookies to cool completely before removing them from the tray.
Provided by robd16
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 10-16 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/350F.
- Mix everything together adding the egg last.
- Roll into balls and flatten with a fork on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper leaving enough room for cookies to expand, you may have to do this in 2 batches.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes checking after 5 to make sure cookies do not burn.
- Allow to cool on the tray, then serve.
HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
"I stir a few chocolate chips into the melted butters to give the cookie batter some chocolate flavor." Muriel Mableson - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter and peanut butter until butter is melted; stir until smooth. Stir in applesauce., Transfer to a large bowl. Beat in the sugars until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to peanut butter mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use natural peanut butter: Natural peanut butter is made from 100% peanuts and contains no added sugars, oils, or preservatives. It is a healthier choice than regular peanut butter and will give your cookies a more intense peanut butter flavor.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough: A cookie scoop will help you to create evenly sized cookies that will bake evenly.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly golden brown around the edges and just set in the center. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them: The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool. Storing them before they are completely cool can cause them to become soft and sticky.
Conclusion:
These healthy peanut butter cookies are a delicious and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with simple ingredients and are easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect peanut butter cookies every time.
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