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Amazing Peanut Butter Cookies!

This is the best peanut butter cookie recipe I have ever come up with. No one I make them for can tell they're vegan! This recipe also doubles very well.

5.0 · 4 reviewsRecipe card by T_WiseEditorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 13, 2026
Cookie & BrownieLactose FreeVeganEgg FreeFree Of...< 30 Mins
Amazing Peanut Butter Cookies!

Total time

27 min

Servings

18

Calories

53.9

Category

Dessert

Craving a sweet treat that fits your plant-based lifestyle? These Amazing Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. With a rich, nutty flavor and a perfect chewy texture, these cookies come together in under 30 minutes, making them the perfect easy dessert for large groups or quick weeknight cravings.

Ingredients

Makes 18 servings

  • 1/4 non-hydrogenated vegan margarine
  • 1 vegetable shortening
  • 1/4 brown sugar
  • 1/4 flour
  • 1/2 baking soda
  • 3 baking powder
  • 1 salt

Method

  1. Cream together margarine, shortening, peanut butter, soy yogurt, and sugars.

  2. Mix remaining ingredients in a seperate bowl and then add them to the creamed mixture.

  3. Refridgerate dough for 15 to 20 minutes, and bake at 375 for about 11 minutes.

Cook's notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture, or crunchy for added bite.
  • Ensure your oven is fully preheated to ensure the cookies set perfectly on the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; they are delicate when they first come out of the oven.
  • Press the cookies down lightly with a fork in a criss-cross pattern to help them bake evenly.

Easy swaps

  • Almond butter or cashew butter can be used as a 1:1 replacement for peanut butter.
  • Use coconut sugar instead of brown sugar for a deeper, caramel-like flavor.
  • Add dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.

Frequently asked

Are these cookies truly vegan?

Yes! This recipe is 100% vegan, containing no eggs, dairy, or animal-derived ingredients.

How long do these take to make?

These cookies are very quick to prepare, with a total time of just 27 minutes from start to finish.

Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute the flour with a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.

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