Description
These Healthy Flourless Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookie Sandwiches offer a soft, chewy texture without any flour, combining creamy peanut butter and natural fruit jam for a nostalgic treat that’s both nutritious and delicious. Perfect for a quick snack or a wholesome dessert, they use simple, natural ingredients and are easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter (no added sugar or oil)
- ½ cup coconut sugar or maple sugar
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (if peanut butter is unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats (optional, for texture)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional, for extra fiber)
- A few mini chocolate chips (optional, for a sweet twist)
Filling
- ½ cup natural fruit jam or jelly (no sugar added preferred)
- Optional: ¼ cup homemade chia jam (made with mashed berries and chia seeds)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, coconut sugar, egg (or flax egg), baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until a smooth dough forms. If using oats or ground flaxseed, fold them in gently to maintain texture.
- Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form small dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each ball with a fork or your palm to create cookie shapes.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread a teaspoon of natural fruit jam or chia jam on the flat side of one cookie, then top it with another cookie to create a sandwich.
- Serve or Store: Serve the cookie sandwiches immediately or store them in an airtight container. They remain soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter and jelly flavor.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars or oils for the healthiest results.
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water, set for 5 minutes).
- The optional oats and flaxseed add extra fiber and texture but can be omitted for a smoother cookie.
- Choose natural fruit jams or jellies with no added sugar to keep the recipe healthy.
- Cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Mini chocolate chips add a sweeter twist but can be skipped for a more classic flavor.
