For cookie lovers and fans of chocolate and peanut butter, our Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are a dream come true. These cookies combine the rich, creamy flavor of peanut butter with the deep, luxurious taste of chocolate, creating a delightful and satisfying treat. Made with coconut sugar and a blend of almond and oat flours, these cookies are not just delicious but also gluten-free and vegan. Studded with dark chocolate chips and drizzled with peanut butter, they're perfect for sharing or enjoying as a special snack.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup packed coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- 3 tablespoons almond milk
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 cup fine blanched almond flour, packed
- 3/4 cup gluten-free oat flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup vegan chocolate protein powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
- Extra peanut butter for drizzling (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare for Baking:
- Line two baking trays with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F).
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a stand mixer, whisk together coconut sugar, peanut butter, vanilla extract, flaxseed meal, and almond milk.
- Add in the melted coconut oil and continue to whisk until the mixture becomes creamy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix together almond flour, oat flour, cocoa powder, vegan chocolate protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Create Cookie Dough:
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips or chunks.
- Chill the Dough:
- Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours.
- Bake Cookies:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking trays.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are slightly golden.
- Cool and Drizzle:
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Optionally, drizzle with additional peanut butter for extra flavor.
Enjoy these Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies as a rich and delightful treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in a healthier way. 🍫🥜🍪🌿
