Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) natural peanut butter (without 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
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, blend the natural peanut butter, granulated sugar substitute, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
Add the baking soda and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until the dry ingredients are thoroughly incorporated into the dough.
4. Form the Cookies:
Scoop out small portions of dough, approximately 1 tablespoon each, and roll them into balls. Place these dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
5. Create a Crisscross Pattern:
Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to form a crisscross pattern on top, which also slightly flattens the cookies.
6. Bake the Cookies:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
7. Cool and Serve:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will become more stable as they cool.
