Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) natural peanut butter (no added sugar or oil)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar substitute (such as erythritol or stevia)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation:
Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, granulated sugar substitute, large egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the wet mixture. Stir until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a thick, cohesive cookie dough.
Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between them to allow for spreading.
Create Signature Marks: Gently press each dough ball with a fork in a crisscross pattern. This not only adds a classic cookie texture but also helps flatten the dough for even baking.
Bake to Perfection: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will still be soft but will firm up as they cool.
Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, enjoy these guilt-free, delicious peanut butter cookies!
