Craving a cookie that's not just mouthwateringly delicious but also completely vegan? Get ready to meet your new obsession! These Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies with Pecans are about to revolutionize your snack game, proving that plant-based treats can be just as irresistible (if not more!) than traditional cookies. With a perfect balance of creamy peanut butter, crunchy pecans, and a hint of maple sweetness, these cookies are so good, you'll want to hide them from everyone else!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter and 1/2 cup of maple syrup. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add 1/4 cup of coconut flour, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated and a dough forms.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans gently into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork or your fingers to achieve your desired thickness.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool, so be careful not to overbake them.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious vegan peanut butter cookies with pecans as a delightful snack or dessert!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest dough consistency
- For extra nutty flavor, lightly toast the pecans before chopping and adding to the mixture
- Make sure to use natural, unsweetened peanut butter for the best results
- Don't overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender
- Allow cookies to cool completely to achieve the perfect texture
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
- For a fun variation, try drizzling melted dark chocolate over the cooled cookies
- Use a fork to create classic crosshatch patterns for a traditional cookie look
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
