Butter Cookies

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

Makes : 3 dozen

• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 1 cup peanut flour (finely ground peanuts)
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Method

1. In a small bowl or cup, combine the flax seeds with water and set aside to soak
2. In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, applesauce, soaked flax seeds, sugar and a pinch of salt
3. Mix with a hand mixer on low speed until well blended
4. Stir in the flours mixed with baking powder and baking soda
5. Take spoonfuls of batter and form small balls
6. Arrange all of them on baking trays lined with baking paper then, using a fork, press them down slightly, making sure each has a mark from the spoon
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 for 15-17 minutes or until fragrant and slightly golden brown
8. Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks