These peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are thick, soft, and made with just 4 simple ingredients. There’s no chilling time and no mixer needed, so you can have freshly baked cookies ready in under 20 minutes. They turn out perfectly soft and chewy every time, just like bakery-style cookies, but without the sugar or carbs. Packed with creamy peanut butter and melty sugar-free chocolate chips, this is one of those quick low carb desserts you’ll want to make again and again.
I was honestly surprised when I found out you could make cookies without any sugar or flour. These 4-ingredient peanut butter cookies are completely flourless, and the truth is, they don’t even need it. Peanut butter is naturally high in fat, and when you mix it with an egg, it creates the perfect structure for cookies that hold their shape beautifully, just like the classic kind made with flour.
Peanut butter is also low in carbs and incredibly versatile, which makes it one of my favorite ingredients to bake with. If you love these cookies, you’ll definitely want to try my peanut butter chocolate bars too. They’re just as simple, just as rich, and perfect for a quick low carb treat.
Why These Peanut Butter Cookies Are So Good
- Only 4 simple low carb ingredients. You probably have everything in your pantry already.
- Totally gluten-free and sugar-free. Perfect if you’re trying to cut back on carbs without giving up sweets.
- Incredible texture. Thick and soft in the middle with perfectly chewy edges.
- No mess. One bowl, one spoon, and hardly any cleanup.
- Packed with protein. Each cookie has around 5 grams of protein, so they actually help keep you full.
- Quick and easy. From mixing to baking, you’re done in less than 20 minutes.
Ingredients in Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
You’ll need only 4 ingredients to make the best flourless peanut butter cookies from scratch. A batch of this recipe makes about 16 cookies which are perfect for snacking throughout the week. Here’s a note on the ingredients:
- Peanut butter – this recipe works perfectly with either creamy or chunky peanut butter. I’ve tried it using both kinds of peanut butter, and they turn out perfect. Just make sure you’re using natural peanut butter made 100% from peanuts and has no sugar added.
- Sweetener – it’s essential to use a low-carb sugar substitute that comes in a powdered form.
- Egg – just one large egg to bind all the ingredients together.
- Sugar-free chocolate chips – probably the hardest to find ingredient. My favorite chocolate chips with no added sugar are from Lily’s, but I’ve recently discovered Lakanto’s Chocolate chips sweetened with Monk Fruit that are incredibly delicious too.
How To Make Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
Who would think that making keto cookies from scratch is so easy? To make these grain-free cookies, you’ll have to gather all the ingredients and make sure that the peanut butter is at room temperature so you can easily mix it with the rest of the ingredients.
- Start by combining melty peanut butter, sugar substitute, and one egg until a slightly thick and moist cookie dough forms.
- Incorporate the chocolate chips cookies using a silicone spatula.
- Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out 16 cookies and place them on a lined baking tray.
- Use the back of a fork to create the classic criss-cross lines.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a cooling rack.
These easy keto peanut butter cookies are soft, and incredibly flavorful.
My Tips for the Best Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
- Don’t overbake. These cookies may look soft when they come out of the oven, but they firm up as they cool. If you bake them too long, they’ll turn out dry and crumbly.
- Add a surprise center. Try adding a small dollop of keto-friendly jam in the center before baking for a fun twist.
- Skip the chocolate chips. If you’re craving a classic peanut butter cookie, leave out the chocolate chips and stick to the three basic ingredients: peanut butter, sweetener, and egg.
- Try a different nut butter. You can swap the peanut butter with almond or cashew butter. The cookies will still bake up soft and delicious.
How to Store These Cookies
At Room Temperature: Let the cookies cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 5 days.
In the Freezer: Lay the cooled cookies on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes, or until warm and soft again.
More Keto Dessert Recipes
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- The Best Keto Blondies – Just 2g carbs!
- The Best Keto Lemon Bars – Only 4g Carbs
- Easy Keto Blueberry Bread with Lemon Cheesecake Frosting
Keto Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut Butter creamy or crunchy
- 1/2 cup powdered sweetener
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/ 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add peanut butter, powdered sweetener, and the egg. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Using a spatula or wooden spoon, incorporate the chocolate chips.
- Scoop out the cookies using a small cookie scoop (about 1 Tbsp each). Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly press the bottom of a fork to slightly flatten the cookie, then press again in the opposite direction to form a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes in the preheated oven. Let them cool for 1-2 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a cooling rack. Enjoy
How do we calculate the nutrition info?
These nutrition facts listed are determined using nutrition information from the USDA Food Database. Our nutrition facts are accurate, but if you are using different products, please make your calculations. Net carb count is calculated by subtracting both fiber and sugar alcohols because they don’t raise blood sugar.
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My favorite keto cookies 🍪
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