0 0 Published Nov 27, 2023 They turned out so cute and are such a fun and easy treat to make to celebrate Hanukkah. This recipe requires only 6 simple ingredients, one bowl and about 15 minutes to whip up. Can’t get any easier than that!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
Easy to make – These cookies come together in one bowl with just 6 simple ingredients! Delicious – The combo of peanut butter + chocolate = chef’s kiss! Festive – With the chocolate gelt coin pressed into the center of these cookies they make for a festive treat to celebrate Hanukkah. Healthier – These cookies are healthier than many holiday treats! They’re naturally sweetened, flourless, gluten-free, oil-free and can easily be made vegan.
Ingredients Needed
peanut butter – the base of our cookies. I recommend using a natural, drippy peanut butter with one or two ingredients (peanuts and salt). coconut sugar – adds a natural sweetness and a slight caramel-like flavor, complementing the peanut butter. egg – acts as a binding agent, ensuring the cookies hold their shape and texture. vanilla extract – a dash of vanilla enhances the overall flavor profile of the cookies. baking soda – helps the cookies rise slightly, giving them a perfect texture. chocolate gelt – instead of chocolate kisses like classic peanut butter blossoms we’re using chocolate gelt coins, a traditional Hanukkah present given to kids.
How to Make
Step 1: Begin by preheating your oven and lining a baking tray with parchment paper. Step 2: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine peanut butter with coconut sugar. Add the egg (or a flaxseed egg for a vegan option), vanilla extract and baking soda and mix until a dough forms. Step 3: Scoop out dough with a tablespoon, roll into balls, and place them an inch apart on the tray. Step 4: Bake the cookies for 9-10 minutes. They should be just set and slightly golden when done. Step 5: As soon as you take the cookies out of the oven, while they are still warm, gently press a piece of chocolate gelt into the center of each cookie. The heat from the cookies will slightly melt the chocolate, helping it stick. Step 6: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet. This step is crucial as the cookies will firm up and the chocolate gelt will harden as they cool.
Substitutions & Notes
Vegan Option: I haven’t tried using a flax egg for this recipe yet, but I’m sure it would work well! For a dairy-free chocolate option, choose vegan chocolate coins or any other vegan chocolate pieces. Sugar Alternatives: If coconut sugar isn’t available or preferred, you can substitute it with an equal amount of brown sugar or granulated sugar. Nut Butter Variations: If you prefer a different nut flavor, you can substitute peanut butter with almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
How to Store These Cookies
At room temperature: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. In the fridge: For longer storage, keep them in an airtight sealed container in the fridge for up to one week. In the freezer: These cookies freeze well. Place them in a freezer-safe container, separating layers with parchment paper. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge when ready to enjoy!
More Healthy Cookie Recipes to Make:
Healthy No Bake Cookies Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies Snowball Cookies Almond Butter Espresso Cookies Gluten-Free Snickerdoodles Almond Flour Crescent Cookies Oatmeal Date Cookies
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