Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cquick-cooking oats
- 1 ½ tspbaking powder
- ⅛ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspkosher salt
- ¼ tspground cinnamon
- ½ ccreamy peanut butter
- 1 largeegg
at room temperature
- 1 tsppure vanilla extract
- ½ choney
- ½ cdark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, egg, vanilla, and honey. Whisk until blended.
- 3
Scrape the liquid mixture into the oat mixture and stir just until combined. The dough will be wet and sticky. Fold in the chocolate chips. Place in the refrigerator and let chill for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 days.
- 4
When ready to bake, place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet. Remove the dough from the refrigerator (if it is very stiff, you may need to let it sit out for 5 to 10 minutes). With a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough into 2-inch balls and arrange on the baking sheet, leaving 1 inch of space around each. With your fingers, gently flatten each cookie to be about 3/4-inch thick.
- 5
Bake until the cookies are golden and firm around the edges and set on top, about 9 to 10 minutes. Place the baking sheet on a wire rack and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer the cookies to the rack to cool completely.
Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
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About this Recipe
Indulge Guilt-Free with Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Craving a sweet treat without the guilt? Look no further than these incredible Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies! These delightful flourless cookies are a dream come true for anyone seeking a wholesome yet utterly delicious dessert. Made without any added sugar, flour, or oil, they perfectly hit that sweet spot, proving that healthy can indeed be incredibly tasty.
What makes these chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies truly special is their simple, natural ingredient list. We harness the power of quick-cooking oats to provide a hearty texture and fiber, while creamy peanut butter delivers rich flavor and healthy fats. Instead of refined sugar, pure honey lends a natural sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced and irresistible cookie that’s naturally gluten-free (if using certified GF oats). The dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips add just the right amount of indulgence, making them a fantastic healthy cookie recipe for any occasion.
These peanut butter honey oatmeal cookies are not just healthier; they boast an incredibly satisfying chewiness that’s hard to beat. They come together quickly, making them ideal for a last-minute snack or a quick dessert prep.
Tips & Variations for Your Perfect Batch:
- Chocolate Choices: While dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips are classic, feel free to experiment with white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or even chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Nut Butter Alternatives: Almond butter or cashew butter can be used instead of peanut butter for a different flavor profile, keeping them healthy peanut butter cookies by essence, even with a different nut!
- Add-ins: Stir in a handful of shredded coconut, chopped dried cranberries, or a pinch of extra cinnamon for an extra layer of flavor.
Whether you enjoy them with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or as a post-workout snack, these Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are sure to become a cherished recipe in your kitchen.