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Peanut Butter Cookies – Old school & KETO Recipe

Are we really who we think we are? Try some of these tasty peanut butter cookies now while diving deep in the soul of human kind!

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Although the Aztecs invented peanut butter in the 14th century, it wasn’t until the 20th century that peanut butter cookies became an American favorite. Peanut butter, a delicious and versatile spread made from ground peanuts, quickly became a staple ingredient in various recipes. It was around this time that the idea of incorporating peanut butter into cookie dough emerged, giving birth to the Peanut Butter Cookie.

While the exact origin of Peanut Butter Cookies is not well-documented, it is widely believed that George Washington Carver, a renowned scientist and inventor, played a significant role in popularizing this delightful treat. Carver was a prominent figure in the early 20th century and was known for his research and promotion of peanuts. He advocated for their nutritional value and encouraged farmers to cultivate peanuts as an alternative crop to cotton, which was depleting the soil. Carver even published recipes that featured peanuts, including one for Peanut Butter Cookies.

While Peanut Butter Cookies are undeniably tasty, it’s important to note that they are not considered a health food. Peanut butter itself is a good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients. However, Peanut Butter Cookies typically contain added sugars and fats that contribute to their delicious texture and taste. As a result, they tend to be high in calories, which can lead to weight gain if consumed in excess.

However, when consumed as part of a balanced diet, they offer several health benefits

  1. Nutritional Value
    Peanut Butter Cookies contain peanut butter as a key ingredient, which is a rich source of protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.
  2. Energy Boost
    Peanut Butter Cookies provide a quick energy boost, making them an ideal snack for athletes or individuals needing a pick-me-up throughout the day.
  3. Heart Health
    Peanut butter, the main component of these cookies, is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are heart-healthy fats. Consuming moderate amounts of peanut butter may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
  4. Protein Source
    Peanut butter is an excellent source of plant-based protein, making Peanut Butter Cookies a suitable choice for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom

Ingredients

Traditional

(35 0.5 oz / 15g cookies)

  • 1 ½ cups / 200g Flour
  • ¼ teaspoon / 2g Salt
  • ½ cup / 100g Butter
  • ¾ cup / 200g Peanut butter
  • 1  medium / 50g Egg
  • 1 teaspoon / 5g Vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons / 40g Honey or sweetener of choice
  • Optional
    • ½ cup / 70g Chopped peanuts

Gluten free – Keto

(20 0.5 oz / 15g cookies)

  • 1cup / 260g Peanut butter
  • 1 medium / 50g Egg
  • 1 teaspoon / 5g Vanilla extract
  • Optional
    • Sweetener to taste

How to make Peanut butter cookies

Traditional

  1. Measure all the ingredients.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  2. Mix the ingredients until there is a uniform texture.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  3. Roll the dough out into two logs so it will be easier to measure out the cookie sizes if we are after a somewhat uniform sized cookie batch. Try out how the different sized dough spread and pick the one that is closes to our heart.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  4. We have found the 0.5 oz / 15g balls are the perfect size for our cookies.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  5. Press them down vertically with a wet or slightly oiled fork.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  6. Then horizontally.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  7. Put the cookies into a 350°F / 180°C preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Mind not to keep them there much longer as they can dry out and crumble at the slightest touch.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  8. Try one out.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom

Enjoy!

Gluten free – Keto

  1. Measure all the ingredients.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  2. Mix the ingredients until there is a uniform texture.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  3. Roll the dough out into two logs so it will be easier to measure out the cookie sizes if we are after a somewhat uniform sized cookie batch. Try out how the different sized dough spread and pick the one that is closes to our heart.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  4. We have found the 0.5 oz / 15g balls are the perfect size for our cookies.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  5. Press them down with a wet or slightly oiled fork vertically then horizontally.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  6. Put the cookies into a 350°F / 180°C preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Mind not to keep them there much longer as they can dry out and crumble at the slightest touch.Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom

Enjoy!

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Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Are we really who we think we are? Try some of these tasty peanut butter cookies now while diving deep in the soul of human kind!
Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy free, Gluten free, Keto, Low carb recipe, Sugar free recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

Old school
  • 1 ½ cups Flour
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Butter
  • ¾ cup Peanut butter
  • 1 medium Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or sweetener of choice
Optional
  • ½ cup Chopped peanuts
New school – Keto
  • 1 cup Peanut butter
  • 1 medium Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Optional
  • Sweetener to taste

Instructions

Old school

  • Measure all the ingredients.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Mix the ingredients until there is a uniform texture.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Roll the dough out into two logs so it will be easier to measure out the cookie sizes if we are after a somewhat uniform sized cookie batch. Try out how the different sized dough spread and pick the one that is closes to our heart.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • We have found the 0.5 oz / 15g balls are the perfect size for our cookies.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Press them down vertically with a wet or slightly oiled fork.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Then horizontally.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Put the cookies into a 350°F / 180°C preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Mind not to keep them there much longer as they can dry out and crumble at the slightest touch.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Try one out.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom

New school

  • Measure all the ingredients.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Mix the ingredients until there is a uniform texture.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Roll the dough out into two logs so it will be easier to measure out the cookie sizes if we are after a somewhat uniform sized cookie batch. Try out how the different sized dough spread and pick the one that is closes to our heart.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • We have found the 0.5 oz / 15g balls are the perfect size for our cookies.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Press them down with a wet or slightly oiled fork vertically then horizontally.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom
  • Put the cookies into a 350°F / 180°C preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Mind not to keep them there much longer as they can dry out and crumble at the slightest touch.
    Peanut butter cookies recipe - SunCakeMom

Notes

Enjoy!
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Nutritional values are calculated for traditional peanut butter cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 489kcal (24%) | Carbohydrates: 37g (12%) | Protein: 16g (32%) | Fat: 37g (57%) | Saturated Fat: 11g (66%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg (21%) | Sodium: 337mg (15%) | Potassium: 295mg (8%) | Fiber: 5g (22%) | Sugar: 11g (12%) | Vitamin A: 463IU (9%) | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 37mg (4%) | Iron: 3mg (15%)

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