Not Too Sweet Peanut Butter Cookies ๐ช
Description:
Got a couple of recipes mixed up and ended up making my own! I love peanut butter cookies but find most have too much sugar for my liking. These have a nice peanut flavour and tend to be a little crispy – and of course, they’re not too sweet!
Overview:
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Servings: 36 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, < 30 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 116.2
- Fat: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
- Sodium: 140.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.7g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 2.5g
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup margarine
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cream margarine, brown sugar, and peanut butter together by hand or with a hand mixer until smooth and blended. |
| 2 | Add milk, vanilla, and egg, and mix well until fully incorporated. |
| 3 | Sift dry ingredients (flour, oats, baking soda, and salt) together, then add to the batter slowly, mixing well between additions. |
| 4 | Roll the dough into approximately 1-inch balls and flatten them slightly with the tines of a fork, creating that classic peanut butter cookie pattern. |
| 5 | Bake in a preheated oven at 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges. |
| 6 | Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. |
| 7 | Enjoy your delicious and not too sweet peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage! |
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re craving a sweet treat or need a quick dessert to share with friends and family. With their irresistible peanut flavor and satisfying crunch, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
