Sourdough Discard Peanut Butter Cookies (Vegan)
These delicious sourdough peanut butter cookies are easy, super chewy and such a great way to use your extra sourdough discard. They have a rich and sweet peanut butter flavor that pairs perfectly with the tanginess from the sourdough. Great for snacking or as a dessert, plus this recipe is completely vegan, dairy-free and egg-free!
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 251kcal
Ingredients
- 100 g sourdough discard (½ cup) 100% hydration
- 190 g natural peanut butter (¾ cup)
- 175 g brown sugar (1 cup)
- 80 g butter (⅓ cup) room temperature, I used vegan butter from Earth Balance
- 150 g all-purpose flour (1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350º.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the brown sugar, butter, peanut butter and sourdough discard. Use electric beaters to whisk until combined.
- Then, add the flour, baking powder and salt. Use a spatula or a large spoon to stir until combined. The mixture will initially feel too dry, but keep mixing until it comes together. It should be a very thick and crumbly consistency.
- Use an ice cream scoop to divide the dough into 12 equal balls (about 2.5 tablespoons each). Transfer them on the prepared baking sheet as you go.
- Use your hands to press and roll each dough into a more compact ball. Then, use a fork to press on each ball of dough twice creating a crisscross pattern (aim for about ¼ inch thick). If a large crack on the edges forms as you press, you can seal them by pressing with your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Let the cookies cool down on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes, then transfer on a cooling rack. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Storage: once cooled down, transfer the cookies in an airtight container so they don't dry out. Keep them at room temperature for 1-2 days, then you can transfer in the fridge. They can also be frozen for up to 3-4 months.
- You can add more fun ingredients, such as chocolate chips, nuts, spices, vanilla, etc. Check out the blog post for more ideas!
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 0.3IU | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg