Indulge in the comforting nostalgia of homemade cookies with these Peanut Butter Cookies. These delightful treats hold a special place in our hearts, evoking memories of Mom’s kitchen and the warm embrace of family. With a low-carb twist, you can enjoy the timeless goodness of these cookies without sacrificing your dietary goals. Get ready to savor the familiar flavors and share the love with each batch!
YIELD:
- This recipe yields about 4 1/2 dozen Peanut Butter Cookies, each containing 2.3 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber. With a total of 1.3 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein per cookie, you can relish in the joy of these cookies without compromising your dietary intentions.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup Splenda
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon stevia/FOS blend
- 1 tablespoon blackstrap or dark molasses
- 1 egg
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy is best)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup soy powder
- 2 tablespoons oat bran
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring it’s ready for baking.
- Use an electric mixer to beat the room-temperature butter until it reaches a creamy consistency. Incorporate the Splenda, stevia/FOS blend, and molasses into the butter, continuing to beat until the mixture is well combined.
- Beat in the egg, followed by the natural peanut butter. Add the salt, baking soda, and vanilla, and continue beating until the ingredients are fully integrated.
- Gradually beat in the soy powder and oat bran, creating a smooth and cohesive dough.
- Prepare your cookie sheets by either buttering them or spraying them with nonstick cooking spray. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on the sheets. To achieve the classic peanut butter cookie appearance, use the back of a fork to gently press down on each ball of dough, creating the traditional crisscross pattern.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Keep a watchful eye to ensure the cookies achieve a perfect golden-brown hue.
In every bite of these Peanut Butter Cookies, you’ll rediscover the cherished flavors of childhood. These low-carb delights are a wonderful way to capture the essence of your mom’s kitchen while staying true to your dietary goals. With a balance of nostalgic comfort and mindful choices, these cookies offer a delightful journey down memory lane.
Whether you’re savoring these cookies alongside a warm cup of tea, sharing them with loved ones, or simply treating yourself to a moment of pure indulgence, these Peanut Butter Cookies hold a special place in your heart and your kitchen. As you enjoy each bite, may the fond memories and familiar flavors fill your soul with joy and a sense of connection to the past. Here’s to embracing tradition, creating new memories, and relishing in the simple pleasures of life, one delicious cookie at a time.
Revel in the heartwarming flavors and memories that these Peanut Butter Cookies evoke. Whether you’re recreating the joy of your mom’s kitchen or introducing loved ones to a timeless classic, these cookies bring both comfort and delight. Share them with friends, family, or keep them all to yourself – the choice is yours. Enjoy the simple pleasure of biting into a homemade treat that’s both scrumptious and mindful of your carb intake!
