Description
These Keto Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick and easy low-carb treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your ketogenic diet. Made with natural peanut butter and a keto-friendly sweetener, these cookies are soft, flavorful, and loaded with protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar)
- ½ cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional, if peanut butter is unsalted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, egg, vanilla extract, and salt if using. Mix until a smooth, even dough forms with no lumps.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized portions and roll each portion into a ball using your hands. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Flatten and Create Pattern: Using a fork, gently press down each dough ball to flatten it slightly and create a classic criss-cross pattern on top for texture and appearance.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies look firm but still soft in the center.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up further, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can substitute the erythritol or monk fruit sweetener with your preferred keto-friendly sweetener, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- If your peanut butter is salted, you can omit the added salt.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.
- For a nut-free version, try substituting peanut butter with sunflower seed butter, but note this will alter the flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
