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Cinnamon Sugar Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

These flourless peanut butter cookies are rolled in cinnamon-sugar just before being baked for an extra pop of flavor. Bonus: they're also gluten-free!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 24 mins
Servings: 18 cookies
Calories: 143 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (not organic)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar , packed
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar , for rolling
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon , for rolling

Instructions

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  1. Add the first six ingredients to a stand mixer on medium-high speed and beat for 1 to 2 minutes with a paddle attachment. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and then beat for 1 minute more or just until smooth and the ingredients are combined.
  2. Place mixing bowl in the refrigerator for 1 hour, allowing to rest and chill.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  4. Combine the ¼ cup granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop, form balls and dredge each one through the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Dredge the balls through the mixture twice to create a thicker cinnamon-sugar coating will produce cookies with more texture and a more intense cinnamon sugar flavor.
  6. Place balls onto a Silpat-lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Flatten the mounts slightly with the tines of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
  7. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes. The bottoms will have set, but the tops may look under-done but they will set up as they cool. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for at least 10 minutes or until they've firmed up.

Notes

  • It's important to use a creamy peanut butter from a brand like Jif or Skippy. Natural peanut butter is much oilier and can make for a crumbly cookie dough.
  • It's also crucial to chill your dough for at least an hour before baking (otherwise the cookies will spread massively).
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • Reprinted with permission from Averie Sunshine

Nutrition Information

Calories 143kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 101mg (4%) Potassium 100mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 13IU (0%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 143

% Daily Value*

Calories 143kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 101mg 4%
Potassium 100mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 13IU 0%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.