The BEST dairy free peanut butter cookies! You just need 1 bowl and 6 ingredients. Couldn’t be easier! Plus, these peanut butter cookies are flourless, so they’re also gluten free.
Did you all spend the last few days watching Fuller House on Netflix? Good. Me too.
Full House was my favorite show when I was little. My sister and I would watch them every Friday night.
Which is why I was SHOCKED when Shawn told me he had never seen an episode. Huh?
I started recording all the old episodes, which are on Nick at Nite. Followed by Friends reruns. Which makes me feel so old.
When I was little, Nick at Nite was for I Love Lucy and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Now it’s my childhood shows. But hey, I’ll take it.
Now, when the baby goes to sleep at 8, Shawn and I will stay up and watch a few episodes together. They’re just as good as I remember. It’s interesting watching it back now as a grown up and a mom. Those 3 guys did a great job raising those girls.
Shawn loves them too. It’s like reliving 1993 all over again.
To make our TV watching even more enjoyable, I’ll make us a fresh batch of these dairy free peanut butter cookies, which are currently my absolute favorite cookie to make.
They are so delicious, and couldn’t be easier to make! Just 6 ingredients: peanut butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, baking soda and 1 egg. All things I am sure you have in your kitchen right now.
And yes, you read that right. No butter. No flour. The peanut butter has enough fat to do just fine without them. I was skeptical at first, but now I am a convert.
I love this cookie recipe because it really is easy and fast to make. No stand mixer, no chilling the dough, no waiting for butter to soften. At any point in the day, you are less than 30 minutes away from freshly baked dairy free peanut butter cookies. Just throw the 6 ingredients in a bowl, stir, scoop, press them with a fork to give them that signature criss-cross pattern, bake, enjoy.
It’s actually TOO easy. I’m not kidding when I tell you I’m making a batch of these dairy free peanut butter cookies every other night. It’s becoming a problem. We’re going through 2 gigantic tubs of Skippy peanut butter I get at Costco a month.
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Dairy Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep Time: 10 mins- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
Yield: 18 cookies 1x
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Pin RecipeIngredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (Skippy is the best!)
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees with the oven racks in the upper and lower third. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine all ingredients in a medium size mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Use a medium size cookie scoop to scoop out the dough (1.5 tablespoon size balls). Put 9 cookies per sheet. Use a fork to make cross hatches on top of the dough.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers are slightly puffed up. Rotate the cookie sheets half way thru baking. Cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before eating.
- Leftovers will keep in an airtight container for 1 week.
Notes
-This is the cookie scoop I use and love!
-I have an even healthier version of this cookie made with coconut sugar! See my paleo almond butter cookies for the recipe!
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Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
March 3, 2016 at 4:51 amOh my gosh, Nick at Nite was my favorite when I was little! I remember one summer they had a thing called “block party summer” where they would show episodes of all the classics every night of the week. I loved Bewitched and I Love Lucy. Now nick at nite just isn’t the same anymore…is it even called that anymore? And I can’t WAIT to watch Fuller House…and yay for season two coming out! These cookies look SO good! Love that it’s just one bowl and a few ingredients!
Natalie says
March 4, 2016 at 10:26 amMy sister and I would stay up late in the summer watching Nick at Nite. It was the only option! And yes, Bewitched! Didn’t you want to have magic powers like Samantha? You’re going to have such fun watching Fuller House, it’s super cute.
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
March 3, 2016 at 10:28 amPeanut butter cookies are a total childhood favourite of mine. Loved when my mom would make those. And these ones look perfect! I haven’t watched Fuller House yet, but I loved Full House too, so I’ll have to watch it!
Natalie says
March 4, 2016 at 10:25 amThanks Stacey! I can’t get enough of these peanut butter cookies. Mmm! You are going to have such fun watching Fuller House, it is super cute.
Jennifer says
January 31, 2017 at 10:21 amThese are awesome.. I made them with almond butter super tastey.. Love that they are Gf..
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Natalie says
February 10, 2017 at 2:26 pmI’ve made them with almond butter too! Glad you liked them Jennifer!
Bobby says
February 12, 2017 at 6:51 pmCan I use chunky peanut butter?
Rachel @ Bakerita says
March 3, 2016 at 11:54 amMmm I’ve made a similar recipe before, and they’re SOOO good. Without the butter and flour, all you taste is peanut butter, which is a BIG plus in my book :) I want to grab one out of the screen! And that’s so fun that Shawn and you are watching Full House together. I can’t believe he had never seen it!
Natalie says
March 4, 2016 at 10:22 amYes, tons of peanut butter flavor! You’re so right. I just love them. And I can’t believe he had never seen it either! It’s a childhood essential!
Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says
March 4, 2016 at 5:37 amFull House was my favorite show when I was younger, too! I haven’t seen any of the Fuller House episodes yet, but I’ll have to check them out! These cookies look so good! I love how easy they are to make, and I see why you’re making a batch so often! ;)
Natalie says
March 4, 2016 at 10:20 amYou’ve gotta check it out. It’s so cute! And thanks! I made another batch last night. And ate 4. Gah!
Meg says
March 4, 2016 at 6:50 amQuick and with on-hand ingredients? Count me in! My husband doesn’t like peanut butter, oddly (I know — what’s wrong with him…), but that just means more for me. :) My parents binge-watched “Fuller House” this week and said it was really cute, so I might have to cave and finally get a Netflix subscription. I feel old admitting I don’t have one! ;) I still pay for cable! Haha.
Natalie says
March 4, 2016 at 10:20 amHe doesn’t like peanut butter?! How is that possible?! We go thru an embarrassing amount of peanut butter. But hey, just means more for you! And Fuller House is super cute. Use your parents Netflix login! That’s what we do. Shhhh…don’t tell Netflix ;-)
Olivia - Primavera Kitchen says
March 5, 2016 at 1:02 pmI’ve never watched Full House when I was younger because I grew up in Brazil and they didn’t have this show there. But it sounds fun. I will check if there is this show on Netflix Canada. And these cookies look delicious ;-)
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Natalie says
March 8, 2016 at 10:25 amI hope they have it on your Netflix. It is so fun to watch! Thanks Olivia : )
Denise @ Sweet Peas & Saffron says
March 6, 2016 at 12:48 pmI’ve only watched the first 3 episodes of fuller house (because Ben won’t watch them…sadface!) But I was pleasantly surprised! It totally has the same feel as the original. And these cookies look SO good! I love that you don’t have to chill the dough…it has often been essential in some of my recipes and such a pain in the butt. Momma wants her cookies ASAP! :P
Natalie says
March 8, 2016 at 10:26 amI really like them too! I’m having so much fun watching them. I like that there are a few more “adult” jokes in them. Excited they picked it up for season 2! And I do love that you don’t have to chill this dough. The faster I can cook and eat my cookies the better!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
March 7, 2016 at 4:45 amThe original Full House was definitely before my time, but I’m still loving the new Fuller House! I should probably go back and watch the older ones sometime! ;) And these cookies? GAH, how much more guilt-free and gorgeous can a peanut butter cookie get?? These look like excellent little milk dunkers!
Natalie says
March 8, 2016 at 10:28 amFull house was just a litttttle bit before my time. It’s funny, because the Olsen twins are only 4 months younger than me. Whenever I watch an episode, I think how I was their same age doing the same things when these episodes came out. My sister and I were really in to the reruns though. And yes, these are great milk dunkers!
Kelly says
March 8, 2016 at 7:11 pmWe’ve only watched 2 episodes of Fuller House and like it so far. Definitely brings back lots of fun memories :) These peanut butter cookies look like the perfect treat to munch on while catching up on NetFlix. Love that they’re dairy free and you don’t have to chill the dough
Natalie says
March 18, 2016 at 1:44 pmI just finished all of them! So fun! Really glad there is going to be a season 2. Thanks Kelly!
Rhonda says
January 3, 2017 at 3:09 amHey Natalie, how can these cookies be dairy-free using 1 egg? What do you think eggs are? Can’t even eat eggs either because they are “Dairy”! Where can I get truly dairy-free recipes?
Khence says
January 8, 2017 at 3:56 pmEggs are not dairy :) Things that are dairy have to come from milk. Eggs are technically poultry. People just think they’re dairy bc they are in the same part of the grocery store.
Ron says
December 5, 2018 at 4:38 pmI want to try these but i’m going for a vegan style so no eggs. I just want to try it because my girlfriend is border line vegan and I need some recipes in my repertoire. i can use a 1/4 a cup of applesouce or bananas for the 1 egg substitute. It may have a slightly different taste but i’m sure it will still come out great for her. I am game anyway besides I like to cook.
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Natalie says
December 5, 2018 at 4:58 pmThis should work with a vegan egg substitute. I know a flax egg works really well for most cookies. I’ve never tried that with this, but I would imagine it would be the way to go since it shouldn’t change the taste. If you try any will you let me know how it turns out so I can share it with others? You’re such a great boyfriend making her vegan cookies!
Andrea says
August 2, 2016 at 2:29 pmThese are delicious. I use natural peanut butter but its the creamy type (bjs and whole foods brands so far) and they both have worked wonderful. I love that they take 10 minutes and are a perfect sweet and peanut combo!
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Glenda says
December 26, 2016 at 11:37 amStumbled on this while looking for lactose free cookie recipes for my father-in-law. I think this is same or very similar to a recipe I used as a young poor mom. It was on C & H Sugar Box. Will put these in his (late)Christmas Box. I know he will Love them. Thanks for the Post!
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Jen Keach says
January 16, 2017 at 9:17 amWow! These are shockingly amazing cookies! So quick and easy! They also have a bit of protein so they are healthy, right?! Lol…Thanks so much!
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Monica says
January 17, 2017 at 9:34 pmhi! I made these and loved them. I’m wondering…what is the caloric intake for one cookie?
Tolula Krei says
February 1, 2017 at 5:19 pmThank You so much for this recipe!!! I am allergic to Dairy…These were delicious, speedy, and simple! I’ll have to check out some of your other recipes!
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Natalie says
February 10, 2017 at 2:26 pmYea! So glad you liked them! I have so many dairy free recipes, hope you find more favorites : )
Dee Smith says
February 1, 2017 at 5:21 pmDelicious! I have to really control myself on these. Thanks for the recipe.
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Jess says
February 19, 2017 at 5:53 pmThanks for the amazing recipe! My hubby has had major GI issues for years, and we finally saw a specialist who has recommended a 3 week elimination diet… 1 week no sugar, 1 no wheat, and one no dairy to see if his symptoms continue. He picked dairy elimination for his first week, thinking it was the easiest… but his favorite peanut butter cookies contain dairy (He eats them all day every day lol)!
I made your recipe and just took the last cookie sheet out, and half of the first sheet’s are already gone and he said he won’t eat a cookie that’s not from your recipe! So you got me thru the GF and dairy free weeks, I have no idea what we’ll do on his sugar free week…. thank goodness we stick to our PT schedules we are used to (I’m an AF retiree and he’s a Marine) so the hopefully the sugar and fat punch from this recipe won’t clobber us too much =)
But your recipe is delish, and we loved reminiscing about Full House… we’re both about between DJ and Stephanie’s ages lol, we just downloaded episodes to munch your treats and reminisce!!!
Looking forward to exploring your blog!
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Natalie says
May 1, 2017 at 10:26 pmI’m so glad your husband liked them! This made my day! Loved everything you shared, including your love of Full House too : )
Sloane says
March 9, 2017 at 5:09 pmHi there!
Can these be made with coconut sugar?
Thanks!
Sloane
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Natalie says
May 1, 2017 at 10:17 pmYes! Use the same amount. I’ve made them with coconut sugar and they’re still amazing!
MamaSchick says
March 17, 2017 at 7:04 pmI’ve made these twice THIS WEEK! TWICE! They are SO good. I made them basically as described only I used my convection oven and didn’t have to rotate during cooking. Thank you for sharing these! They are made with ingredients we always have in the pantry, they go together quick and are GF. It’s basically the perfect combination!
Natalie says
May 1, 2017 at 10:15 pmYea! Aren’t they the best? I just love them! So glad you do too : )
Amy says
March 21, 2017 at 5:39 amHow can the sugar be reduced- can I lessen each sugar by a third and it not affect it
Natalie says
May 1, 2017 at 10:14 pmI’ve never tried it, but that should work. I’ve also made these with coconut sugar if you’re trying to avoid refined sugar! Works great!
Tiffany says
July 25, 2018 at 9:39 pmi just made these cookies and they are everything you said they would and more!!! Thank you so much for sharing.
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Natalie says
July 25, 2018 at 11:09 pmYea! So glad you liked them Tiffany! Thanks for letting me know you liked my recipe, you made my night!
Haley says
September 27, 2018 at 10:15 amIf I halved the sugar, would these cookies still work? Coconut & I don’t get along so the alternatives recipe wouldn’t work for me. Please let me know. Thanks!
Natalie says
October 1, 2018 at 10:08 amI’m not sure. The cookies might be a bunch runnier without the coconut sugar to help bind them. What about maple sugar? I get granulated maple sugar on Amazon!
christopher king says
September 30, 2018 at 10:54 pmWow! I can’t believe I’ve ever used butter and flour for peanut butter cookies, this recipe is soooo easy. They came out perfect! Thanks
Natalie says
October 1, 2018 at 3:30 pmSo glad you liked them Chris! You just made my day!
Chris says
October 1, 2018 at 4:53 pmYou made my night! I was honestly not having so good a night and these cookies turned it around, complete 360. Thanks again! I’ll definitely be sharing this.
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Natalie says
October 2, 2018 at 9:14 amI’m so happy to hear that! Yea! Big hugs : )
Lisa says
November 14, 2018 at 3:46 amThis recipe is great! I’ve tried others that call for just white sugar or just brown sugar and in a lesser amount. I think it’s the combo of the two sugars and just the right amount. I added 1 cup of chocolate chips 😋
Natalie says
November 19, 2018 at 12:42 pmI’m so glad you liked it Lisa! You made my day!
Sam says
November 19, 2018 at 12:54 amThey didn’t work at all, but the end result still tasted great!
Natalie says
November 19, 2018 at 12:54 pmSorry to hear that! What didn’t work? What peanut butter did you use?
Ron says
December 5, 2018 at 6:39 pmI want to try these but i’m going for a vegan style so no eggs. I just want to try it because my girlfriend is border line vegan and I need some recipes in my repertoire. i can use a 1/4 a cup of applesouce or bananas for the 1 egg substitute. It may have a slightly different taste but i’m sure it will still come out great for her. I am game anyway besides I like to cook.
Stephanie says
December 6, 2018 at 3:39 pmYum. Just made these *almost* exactly according to the recipe and they are delicious! The only change I did was to use a little bit of Stevia in place of some of the granulated white sugar (no reason other than that I’ve been experimenting with Stevia sometimes). I filled my 1/2-C measuring cup about 2/3 full with white sugar, then the rest of the way with Stevia.
I cooked them about 9 minutes, and wondered if they were actually done because they looked so soft, but yes, they really do set up once they cool a bit on the baking sheet! My son keeps coming and grabbing little pieces before they’re fully set and walking off whispering, ‘yesss!’
Natalie says
December 7, 2018 at 6:31 pmI’m so glad you liked them Stephanie! Stevia definitely works as a sweetener too. Good for Keto. Glad to hear the ratio you used so others can replicate it! My son loves these too : )
Thanks for taking the time to let me know you liked my recipe! You made my day!
Kara says
December 16, 2018 at 5:57 amThese are so good! Made them for a friend for Christmas who is breastfeeding a lactose intolerant baby and I am getting ready to make a second batch to keep for ourselves! So easy and quick to make, with a delicious result!! :)
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Natalie says
December 17, 2018 at 3:16 pmThanks Kara! I’m so glad you liked them! And what a great friend you are, bringing a new momma some cookies! My first baby had allergies to dairy, which is what got me started on going dairy free. This just really made my day, thanks for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed my recipe!
Ktaylor says
December 16, 2018 at 7:26 amThese cookies are the best that I have had in years. My husband agrees!
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Natalie says
December 17, 2018 at 3:17 pmYea! I’m so happy to hear that! Oh my goodness, you just made my day! Thanks for taking the time to let me know you liked my recipe. Always wonderful to hear!
Vanessa says
January 26, 2019 at 2:00 pmThanks for sharing! They have a nice shelf life too!
Natalie says
January 28, 2019 at 1:43 pmSo glad to hear it!
Megan says
February 17, 2019 at 12:05 pmDelicious, easy, wonderful! Just please don’t pack the brown sugar like I did or your cookies will be flat caramelized crunchy brittles instead of soft cookies
Natalie says
February 18, 2019 at 11:23 amI’m so glad you liked them! Good tip about the brown sugar. I actually like them super caramelized, so I might add in a little extra next time : )
Audrey says
March 15, 2019 at 8:44 pmMy friend recently had to cut dairy from her diet and I’ve been GF for several months. So I was hunting for something tasty we could both eat! I came across your recipe and knew this was the one to try. These cookies hit the spot! I’ve made them several more times. I found that if the mix isn’t firm enough I can just add a bit of cocoa or cacao power and it firms them up so nicely. I’m making them again to bring to a potluck tomorrow 😉. Thanks!
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Natalie says
March 18, 2019 at 1:31 pmI’m so glad you like them Audrey! This perfect is the perfect dessert for dairy free and gluten free diets. I love that you added cacao powder! I bet that’s so yummy. I’m going to try that next time! Thanks for taking the time to let me know you liked my recipe. Made my day!
Beverly says
May 15, 2019 at 1:19 pmI made these today and they were so easy to make. My husband said they are the best peanut butter cookies I have ever made. I guess this is my go to recipe from now on. I also gave my brother some and he couldn’t believe there wasn’t any butter or flour…he also enjoyed them. This recipe will also go on my Christmas cookies trays that I give out from now on. Thank you for a great recipe.
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Natalie says
May 17, 2019 at 8:38 amYea! I’m so happy to hear that Beverly! This just made my day! So happy you love them as much as we do! And thanks for taking the time to let me know. Means the world!
Sharon Krueger says
May 26, 2019 at 7:28 amI made these to take to a friend’s house who is allergic to dairy, and she loved them! I also took another batch later that evening to a social gathering with friends, and they loved them too!! This recipe is a definite keeper!
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Natalie says
May 27, 2019 at 2:16 pmYea! I am so happy to hear that Sharon! What a great friend you are! Thanks for taking the time to let me know you liked my recipe. You made my day!
Oboedag says
June 19, 2019 at 4:29 pmHonestly, this is the best cookie recipe hands down and it’s so easy! Thank you so much for posting.
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Natalie says
June 24, 2019 at 9:52 amThank you SO MUCH! I’m happy to hear you like them as much as I do! Means the world!