Description
These Vegan Peanut Butter Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat for those who love the classic combination of peanut butter and sugar. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, place on the baking sheet, and flatten with a fork. Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, bake for an extra 1–2 minutes.
- You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
