No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener
Simple, chewy peanut butter cookies made without flour or oven, sweetened naturally for a guilt-free snack. This american-inspired desserts (sugar-free, gluten-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs natural peanut butter, granulated erythritol, large egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 18, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated erythritol
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup natural peanut butter, 1 cup granulated erythritol, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir until fully combined into a thick dough.
- Step 3: Use a tablespoon to scoop dough and roll into 1-inch balls, placing them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Step 4: Flatten each ball gently with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and just starting to brown.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep natural peanut butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 18 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 18). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies with Sugar-Free Sweetener sugar-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged sugar-free, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Loved it! So simple and healthy.
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My family loved these! Even my picky eater asked for seconds.
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These are the best no-bake cookies I've ever made! The sugar-free sweetener worked perfectly.