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    Home » Cookies » Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Published: May 16, 2021 by Natalia · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips, on a white wooden cutting board
    stack of peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips, on a white wooden cutting board

    These Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are loaded with creamy peanut butter and lots of chocolate chunks. They’re perfectly thick, soft in the centre and crispy on the edges. You’ll love these peanut butter chocolate chip cookies all year round!

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    • RECIPE INGREDIENTS
    • INGREDIENTS NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS
    • HOW TO MAKE THE COOKIE
    • RECIPE FAQs
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    WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE

    25 minutes easy-to-make recipe. It’s a delicious cookie recipe that goes together in just 25 minutes. It’s prepared in less than 10 minutes and baked in around 15 minutes. That’s all. Chocolate chip cookies get cooled down in no time and are absolutely delicious when they are warm and the chocolate is still melted.

    Full of peanut butter and chocolate flavor. This recipe has the right amount of peanut butter and chocolate to make the perfect cookie for any occasion, be it breakfast, snack or after meal treat.

    Don’t require any dough chilling. This cookies don’t spread much so it’s not necessary to chill the dough. Wether you form the cookies with an ice cream scooper or with your hands, they will flatten a bit but mostly keep the size they were before sliding them into the oven.

    Oh, and if you’re a fan of easy and quick healthy treats, check out those: Vegan Peanut Butter Cups, Vegan Linzer Cookies, Vegan Gluten Free Donuts, Vegan Funfetti Cupcakes.

    RECIPE INGREDIENTS

    Ingredients for the peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

    INGREDIENTS NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS

    Apple sauce. You can either use Homemade Apple Sauce or store-bought. I always have jars of homemade apple sauce in my freezer, I make a double batch and freeze them in jars.

    Brown sugar. I either use cane sugar, brown sugar or panela, what I have on hand. All them are moister than granulated sugar, and make your cookies softer. 

    All-purpose flour. All-purpose flour is what I usually use here. If you want to make them gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour for gluten-free all-purpose flour at a ratio of 1:1.

    Peanut butter. I use natural peanut butter, it’s oilier than processed peanut butter but it doesn’t affect the outcome, these cookies keep their shape and size beautifully and don’t spread much.

    HOW TO MAKE THE COOKIE

    step by step to make the peanut butter cookies
    1. Preheat oven to 375ºF / 190ºC. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix butter and sugar until creamy. 
    2. Add peanut butter, apple sauce and vanilla. 
    3. Whisk well to combine the wet ingredients. 
    4. Sift in the flour, baking soda and salt. Whisk until there are no lumps of flour left. 
    step by step to make the peanut butter cookies
    1. Stir in the chocolate chips and the chocolate chunks. 
    2. Mix well just until combined. Don’t over mix. 
    3. Using a cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough. Place each cookie scoop onto the lined baking sheet. Leave one inch between each one.

    Bake for 13-15 minutes, until lightly browned on the sides. Remove from oven and let cool. 

    peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips, on a white wooden cutting board

    RECIPE FAQs

    How do you know when peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are done?

    Cookies are done when they are golden on the edges but still soft in the centre. Around 13-15 minutes for these cookies. They firm up while cooling down.

    Can I make the vegan cookie dough ahead of time?

    Sure! The dough can be made and stored in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 1 week. You can also freeze the vegan cookie dough for up to 3 months in an airtight container.

    Should I refrigerate the cookie dough before baking?

    NO chill time required for this dough. This is not an extremely soft cookie dough so there is no need to refrigerate before taking the cookies to the oven.

    How to store the cookies?

    Once baked and cooled, vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

    How to freeze the dairy-free cookies?

    Once baked, allow cookies to cool completely. Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer, don’t overlap. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 1-2 hours. When the cookies are solid, transfer to an airtight container. I line the container with parchment paper and layer the cookies in it, separating the layers with parchment paper to prevent breakage.

    pile of peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips, on a white wooden cutting board

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    RECIPE

    stack of peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips, on a white wooden cutting board

    Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    NATALIA @ SIMPLE GREEN RECIPES
    These Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are loaded with creamy peanut butter and lots of chocolate chunks. They are perfectly thick, soft in the centre and crispy on the edges.
    5 from 56 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Servings 12 cookies

    Equipment

    • Hand mixer or stand mixer
    • Large mixing bowl
    • Silicone spatula
    • Cookie scoop (scoop diameter: 1.97 inch/5 cm)
    • Baking sheet
    • Parchment paper

    Ingredients
      

    For the Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    • ½ cup (1 stick) plant based butter , room temperature
    • ½ cup light or dark brown sugar
    • ⅔ cup natural smooth peanut butter
    • ¼ cup apple sauce , homemade or store-bought 
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
    • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chunks

    Instructions
     

    For the Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    • Preheat oven to 375ºF / 190ºC. Place the rack in the middle of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
    • In a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, or the bowl of your stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar until soft and creamy, for 3 minutes. 
    • Add in the peanut butter, apple sauce and vanilla. Whisk well to combine the wet ingredients. 
    • Sift in the flour, baking soda and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until there are no lumps of flour left. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to make sure everything is mixed properly.
    • Stir in the chocolate chips and the chocolate chunks. Mix just until combined. Don’t over mix or the cookies will spread. 
    • Using a cookie scoop (ice cream scoop), scoop the cookie dough. Place each cookie scoop onto the lined baking sheet. Leave 1 inch between each one.
    • Bake for 13-15 minutes or until lightly browned on the sides. They will be raw in the middle. 
    • Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely. 
    • Store in an airtight container for a week, at room temperature. 

    Notes

    STORING INSTRUCTIONS. Vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. 
    FREEZING INSTRUCTIONS. Once baked, allow cookies to cool completely. Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer, don’t overlap. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 1-2 hours. When the vegan cookies are solid, transfer to an airtight container. I line the container with parchment paper and layer the cookies, separating the layers with sheets of parchment paper to prevent breakage. 
    MAKE AHEAD INSTRUCTIONS. The dough can be made and stored in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 1 week. You can also freeze the vegan cookie dough for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
    INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS 
    Apple sauce. You can either use Homemade Apple Sauce or store-bought. I make a double batch and freeze it in jars.
    Brown sugar. I either use cane sugar, brown sugar or panela, what I have on hand. 
    Gluten-free option. If you want to make these cookies gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour for gluten-free all-purpose flour at a ratio of 1:1.
    NUTRITION INFORMATION
    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. 
    See our full nutrition disclosure. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 191mgPotassium: 96mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 360IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
    Course Breakfast
    Keyword peanut butter cookies, vegan chocolate chip cookies, vegan peanut butter cookies
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    Comments

    1. Kayla DiMaggio

      October 11, 2021 at 11:13 am

      5 stars
      These vegan peanut butter cookies are so amazing! They have the best texture and flavor and I loved them!

      Reply
    2. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      May 24, 2021 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so so good. My son will love these cookies for sure, I will make more for him.

      Reply
      • Sam

        October 11, 2021 at 10:19 am

        5 stars
        These are absolutely amazing! Cookies are always great, but even better when they’re vegan. Thanks for a great recipe!

        Reply
    3. Adriana

      May 24, 2021 at 3:19 am

      5 stars
      Wow, so chocolatey, perfect for my coffee or tea time. I am a peanut butter fan, too, so these are perfect little treats, and the best is homemade—nothing like fresh out of the oven cookies.

      Reply
    4. Jamie

      May 24, 2021 at 2:37 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! These look perfect for a snack or after school treat. I love how it combines peanut butter and chocolate, two of my favorite things.

      Reply
    5. Enriqueta E Lemoine

      May 23, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      5 stars
      These Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are simply irresistible. They are part of my repertoire and everybody loves them!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 25, 2021 at 10:15 am

        I’m so glad Enriqueta! Thanks for commenting.


        Reply
    6. Amanda Dixon

      May 23, 2021 at 9:10 pm

      5 stars
      These came out wonderfully! I love anything with lots of chocolate, and the amount in here was perfect. Definitely worth making a batch!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 25, 2021 at 10:16 am

        Thank you so much, Amanda! I’m super excited to hear that you loved these cookies. It’s one of my family’s favorite recipes too!

        Reply
    7. Debbie

      May 23, 2021 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      Peanut butter and chocolate chip is such a delicious classic combination. This cookies were easy to throw together and they turned out so good. This recipe is a keeper for sure!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 25, 2021 at 10:24 am

        That is great to hear, Debbie! I am so glad that you love my recipe that much! Thank you so much for sharing and following along with me

        Reply
    8. Elaine

      May 23, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      5 stars
      MY cookie jar is empty, so I am so glad that I’ve stumbled upon this recipe. The cookies look super yum!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 24, 2021 at 3:32 pm

        Hi, Elaine! Thank you so much! Those are delicious and super easy, you have to try them!

        Reply
    9. Veronika Sykorova

      May 23, 2021 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      I’m always happy when I find good vegan cookies! There aren’t too many that taste as good as regular ones. Bonus points if they’re with chocolate haha. These were delicious!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 24, 2021 at 3:34 pm

        Hi, Veronika! Thank you so much! I am beyond happy to read your positive review So glad you loved them! Enjoy!

        Reply
    10. Brianna

      May 22, 2021 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      PB and chocolate is one of m favorite flavor combos! I absolutely love how soft these cookies are .

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 23, 2021 at 7:01 am

        Hi, Brianna! Thank you so much for your sweet review. I’m thrilled to hear you love these vegan PB chocolate chip cookies! Enjoy!

        Reply
    11. AISilva

      May 21, 2021 at 7:52 pm

      5 stars
      Peanut butter is my weakness. I can’t wait to try this! One of my kids has a peanut allergy. Have you ever tried a substitution for any other nuts? If not, I’ll let you know how it turns out when I do!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 23, 2021 at 7:09 am

        Hi, AISilva! I’m so glad you like the cookies. I haven’t tried to make them with another nut butter. You could try with almond butter, it has a similar consistency to peanut butter and I’m pretty sure it will work great here too. Let me know how they turn out if you make them!

        Reply
    12. Natalie

      May 21, 2021 at 8:53 am

      5 stars
      Such lovely cookies. They look delicious. I love that you used apple sauce. It’s so much healthier than other forms of added sugar. I will definitely give your recipe a try.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 23, 2021 at 7:47 am

        That’s wonderful! I’m so glad you like them! Let me know when you make them, I would love to hear how it worked out for you. And thanks for the comment!


        Reply
    13. Sharon

      May 18, 2021 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      You can’t beat peanut butter and chocolate baked together especially in this vegan cookie recipe.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 19, 2021 at 11:25 am

        Hi Sharon, I can’t agree more, the peanut butter and chocolate combo is unbeatable! I’m so happy you like the cookies! Thanks for commenting.

        Reply
    14. Chef Dennis

      May 17, 2021 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      My wife will be super excited to have a bite of these Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies! These are so mouthwatering.

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 19, 2021 at 11:34 am

        I’m sure she would be, Chef Dennis, these cookies are among my favorites! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!

        Reply
    15. Bernice Hill

      May 17, 2021 at 3:14 pm

      5 stars
      Peanut butter and chocolate are an amazing combination. These cookies were easy to make and had a great texture. We all enjoyed them!

      Reply
      • Natalia

        May 19, 2021 at 11:37 am

        That is great to hear! I am so glad that you enjoyed the cookies that much! Thank you so much, Bernice, for sharing your review!

        Reply
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