If I need a batch of cookies in a hurry, these Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies are my favorite go-to recipe because they can be made in minutes. Literally! The best part is that the add-ins make them different every time. For this particular batch, I added 1/4 cup chocolate chips, 1/4 cup peanut butter chips and 1/3 cup dry roasted unsalted peanuts. Believe me, I have added any chip available and anything that can be chopped into small pieces and they always turn out different. In case you doubt my word, I have proof!
Yes, I have a chip drawer!
If you entertain often, like me, this is a great recipe to keep on hand for a quick treat to send home with someone, anyone, or a veryspecial someone.
I'm sorry, but I can't fit all 6'5" inches of him in one picture!
Like my son who dropped by to have lunch with me recently. He wears many hats, and works in several different fields, and just happened to be working at one of them that is near us. After being so far away from him for 15+ years, it is just amazingly wonderful to have him "drop by"for lunch. I sent all the cookies I had in the house with him when he left to go back to work. I wished I had more available that day for him to take and share with his people. I did send him away with some apples, oranges and anything else I could find in my kitchen to help sustain him until 10:30 that night, when his rehearsal would end.
Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Chips, Peanut Butter Chips and Unsalted Dry Roasted Peanuts
I have been making this recipe for so long, I forgot that it is actually adapted from a recipe from Everyday Food, which dates back to 2005. Yes, it is a long time favorite! Here is my recipe:
I recently got a note from my niece Cindy, reminding me about great grandma's favorite peanut butter cookie recipe. I'm so glad that she did, because I had forgotten about it and now I'm posting it. With only four ingredients, it couldn't be easier. Our kids liked to make great grandma's cookies when they were younger and I'm glad that I can pass this recipe on to her great-great-grandkids and beyond.
Mix together:
1 cup Peanut Butter
1 cup Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla
1 Egg
Dip a fork in water to make the criss-cross on the cookies and put them in the oven. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.
I must have missed the memo that we now have a National Peanut Butter Day. I love peanut butter any day! I'm wondering if there is a National Chocolate Day. Hmm.. maybe that comes next. We can hope. How about a National Chocolate/Peanut Butter day? That would be even better! In honor of peanut butter, I am posting a couple of my favorite peanut butter recipes.
This is a really good cookie. It is chewy and moist. The best part is that it is super quick and easy to make. Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies Source: Everyday Food 1 cup smooth peanut butter, I use fresh ground extra crunchy 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 large egg 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional) a must for me, I use at least a teaspoon 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup chocolate chips Optional: To mix it up, I like to add a 1/3 cup chocolate, 1/3 cup peanut butter and 1/3 cup white chocolate chips. I also like to add some dry roasted peanuts for an extra peanut crunch. Preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat together all ingredients until smooth, adding chocolate chips at the end of mixing. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a moistened finger. Bake for about 10-13 minutes, until golden brown at the edges. Cool on pan before removing to wire rack to cool completely. Makes 2 dozen
Here is a link to another favorite peanut butter cookie, Triple Peanut Cookies. Peanut butter looses a lot of it's flavor when it is baked, so if you are looking for a peanut butter cookie that has a lot of peanut butter flavor, you should give this recipe a try. http://www.recipezaar.com/Triple-Peanut-Cookies-96609
This is a great recipe time when you want something healthier. This is my adaptation of a recipe originally from iVillage.com.
Peanut Butter Banana Cookies 1 egg 1/2 cup crunch peanut butter 1/2 cup banana, very ripe and mashed 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup wheat germ 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar blend 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine egg, vanilla, sugars, peanut butter and banana. Beat on medium speed until combined and smooth. Add all dry ingredients and mix until completely blended. Drop by tablespoons onto baking sheet and bake until lightly brown, between 11 to 13 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
Peanut Butter Swirl Banana Bread an amazing recipe for banana bread lovers, and/or peanut butter lovers. It is very easy to make and everyone that tried it, loved it. It also comes from one of my favorite blogs, Baking Bites. She has so many great recipes, product reviews and much more. It's a must see. Check out her blog while you are there. http://bakingbites.com/2009/01/peanut-butter-swirl-banana-bread/
These muffins make a great breakfast treat or work as a healthier alternative to cupcakes at a kid's party. Our favorite muffin.
Peanut Butter Banana Muffins Source: About.com 1 cup flour, I use white whole wheat flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 ripe banana, mashed 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons melted butter Mix buttermilk, egg, banana, peanut butter and butter. Blend until smooth. Mix dry ingredients together and add to wet mixture. Mix until well blended. Pour batter into 12 buttered muffin tins. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
One more recipe, Cold Sesame Noodles. I have tried several recipes, trying to find a really good one. I stopped looking when I found this recipe. This recipe is better than take out! It makes a great side salad or can can be used as a main dish. I have been asked for this recipe many times. I am often asked to make it, which I love to do. I think this recipe is even better the next day, so it is a great dish to make the day before you need it. I often make a double recipe of the sauce, especially when I add strips of cooked chicken breast, to serve as a favorite summertime entree. I make sure all of the chicken is coated with the sauce before adding to the salad. Here you go, enjoy! http://www.recipezaar.com/Cold-Sesame-Noodles-122757
