Description
These Healthy Flourless Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookie Sandwiches are a delicious, guilt-free treat perfect for anyone craving a classic dessert without the flour. Made with natural creamy peanut butter, coconut sugar, and unsweetened fruit preserves, these gluten-free and dairy-free cookies offer a satisfying blend of sweet and nutty flavors in a soft, chewy texture. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, these sandwiches bring a wholesome twist to the nostalgic peanut butter and jelly combination.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Filling
- 1/4 cup unsweetened fruit preserves or chia seed jam (such as raspberry or strawberry)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow even baking.
- Prepare the cookie dough: In a medium bowl, combine the natural creamy peanut butter, coconut sugar, egg, baking soda, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well combined without any lumps.
- Form the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls. Place these balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to prevent sticking during baking. Flatten each ball slightly using your fingers or the back of a spoon to give them a cookie shape.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden, signaling they are perfectly cooked but still soft inside.
- Cool the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely; this ensures they firm up properly for sandwich assembly.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Once cookies are fully cooled, spread a small amount of unsweetened fruit preserves or chia seed jam on the flat side of one cookie. Top it with another cookie to create a sandwich. Repeat this process with the remaining cookies.
Notes
- For a lower sugar alternative, choose no-sugar-added fruit spreads or make your own chia seed jam.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences.
- Store the cookie sandwiches in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate them to extend freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
