Craving a cookie that's not just delicious, but also packed with unique flavor and nutrition? Get ready to transform your baking game with these incredible Teff Peanut Butter Cookies that will make your taste buds dance and your health-conscious heart sing! Combining the ancient Ethiopian grain teff with creamy peanut butter, these cookies are about to become your new obsession - promising a gluten-free treat that's both indulgent and surprisingly wholesome.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: African
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup teff flour
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of teff flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, add 1/2 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of brown sugar. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend these ingredients together until they are smooth and creamy.
- Crack 1 egg into the peanut butter mixture and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry teff flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork or your fingers, creating a crisscross pattern if desired.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Teff Peanut Butter Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make your cookies tough instead of tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- For extra richness, try using dark brown sugar instead of regular brown sugar.
- If you want a more intense peanut flavor, use natural, unsweetened peanut butter.
- Let cookies cool completely to allow them to set and develop their perfect texture.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For a fun variation, try adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 165kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg
