Altitude-Friendly Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
Enjoy the rich, nutty goodness of these Altitude-Friendly Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies, crafted specifically for high-altitude baking enthusiasts. This recipe maintains the classic taste of traditional peanut butter cookies while being completely gluten-free and allergy-aware. With simple ingredients and without any specialized flour, these cookies offer a delightful treat for any cookie exchange or as an everyday snack. Perfectly adapted for baking at 5,200 feet, these cookies achieve a delicious texture that is slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, ensuring that everyone—including those with dietary restrictions—can indulge in their peanut butter cravings!
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Servings
100
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Jif creamy peanut butter
1 cup (Smooth, stirred well.)
Sugar
15 tablespoons (Granulated.)
Large egg
1 (Beaten.)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (Measured.)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 355°F (180°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and sugar, mixing until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, beat the large egg together with the baking soda until fully incorporated.
4
Gradually add the egg mixture to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until all ingredients are smoothly blended.
5
Using your hands, roll the dough into balls approximately 1 inch in diameter and place them on a lined cookie sheet, ensuring there is enough space between each ball to allow for spreading (they will grow to nearly 3 inches in diameter).
6
Gently flatten each ball using the tines of a fork, creating a crosshatch pattern on top.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are puffed and lightly golden around the edges.
8
Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
4.8g
Fat
14.6g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
10.8g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these cookies altitude-friendly?
They are specifically adapted for baking at 5,200 feet to ensure a delicious texture that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, these are flourless cookies and are completely gluten-free.
What are the four main ingredients?
The ingredients are Jif creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, a large egg, and baking soda.
What brand of peanut butter is recommended?
The recipe specifically lists Jif creamy peanut butter for best results.
How much sugar is needed for this recipe?
You will need 15 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C).
How do I prepare the egg for this recipe?
Beat the large egg together with the baking soda in a separate bowl until fully incorporated before adding it to the peanut butter mixture.
How long should these cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 12 minutes.
What size should the dough balls be?
Roll the dough into balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
How large do the cookies get after baking?
The cookies will spread and grow to nearly 3 inches in diameter.
How do I create the pattern on top of the cookies?
Gently flatten each dough ball using the tines of a fork to create a crosshatch pattern.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 100 calories.
What is the fat content per cookie?
There are 4.8g of fat in each cookie.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie provides 2.5g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a cookie?
There are 14.6g of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much sugar is in each individual cookie?
Each cookie contains 10.8g of sugar.
Is there a nut-free option?
While the recipe is for peanut butter cookies, 'nut-free option' is listed as a tag for alternative considerations.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Can I use these for a cookie exchange?
Yes, they are described as a delightful treat for any cookie exchange.
Is there any fiber in these cookies?
The nutritional data indicates the fiber content is null.
How much peanut butter is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of creamy peanut butter.
Do I need any specialized flour?
No, these cookies are flourless and do not require any specialized flour.
What should the cookies look like when they are done?
They should be puffed and lightly golden around the edges.
Should the peanut butter be smooth?
Yes, the preparation notes suggest the peanut butter should be smooth and stirred well.
Are these cookies suitable for high-altitude baking?
Yes, they are specifically crafted for high-altitude enthusiasts, particularly at 5,200 feet.
Is the sugar granulated?
Yes, the recipe specifies using granulated sugar.
How many ingredients are there total?
There are a total of 4 ingredients in this recipe.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C).