Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Keto Peanut Butter Cookies that deliver a rich, nutty flavor while keeping your low-carb lifestyle intact. These easy-to-make cookies feature a delightful crunch and soft center, making them perfect for snacks or dessert. With a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy nostalgic flavors without the carbs—ideal for any peanut butter lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (no added sugars)
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sweetener, egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter. Add sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week; reheat in the microwave if desired.