Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
by Karissa's Vegan Kitchen
Delicious vegan peanut butter cup cookies!
Servings: 18 cookies
Calories: 209kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup softened vegan butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 18 vegan mini peanut butter cups like Justin's brand
Instructions
- Mix together the ground flaxseed and water to make a "flax egg". Set aside for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter and softened butter until combined. Mix in the sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and the flax egg. Finally, mix in the flour and baking soda.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the cookie dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons each.
- Place the balls about 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Press a peanut butter cup into the center of each cookie.
- Place the cookie tray in the fridge for 30 minutes to stop the PB cups from completely melting.
- Store at room temperature.
Notes
This recipe was adapated from Sally's Baking Addiction.
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Sugar: 16g