Vegan Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Vegan Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a guilt-free indulgence! Packed with wholesome ingredients, they're perfect for any snack time.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or fork
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water
- 1 cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅔ cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens. This will be your egg substitute.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the peanut butter, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Once the flax egg has thickened, add it to the peanut butter mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the quick oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop the cookie dough onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave enough space between each cookie as they will spread slightly while baking.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy your Vegan Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast your oats in the oven for a few minutes before adding them to your dough.
- Make sure your peanut butter is natural and free of added sugars or hydrogenated oils for the healthiest cookies.
- Feel free to add your favorite mix-ins like chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or seeds for added texture and flavor.
- These cookies can be made gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.