Ingredients and Weight:
- Peanut butter: 1 cup (240 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (packed, 200 grams)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Rolled oats: 1 cup (140 grams)
- Dark chocolate chips: ½ cup (120 grams)
- Flaked chia seeds: ½ cup (40 grams) (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes in the refrigerator to set
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Stir in the rolled oats and dark chocolate chips. Mix until fully combined.
- Optional: Add flaked chia seeds for added nutrition and texture.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set the cookies.
- Remove from refrigerator and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: Each cookie contains about 180 calories.
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- No baking required, easy to make.
- Uses common ingredients easily found in American supermarkets.
- Rich in flavor and texture with the combination of peanut butter, oats, and chocolate.
- A healthy alternative to traditional cookies due to the use of whole grain oats and chia seeds (optional).
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so easy to make and taste great! My family loved them."
- "I added the chia seeds for extra nutrition and they really made the cookies stand out."
- "These cookies are a great healthy alternative to store-bought cookies. My kids love them!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use room temperature eggs for best results.
- For a more crispy cookie, refrigerate for a longer time.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
