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Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Published: Dec 12, 2020 · by Demeter | Beaming Baker 25 Comments · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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an easy recipe for deliciously healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients.

Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: an easy recipe for healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients. #Healthy #Cookies #PeanutButter #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Peanut butter? Oatmeal? Cookies? Better yet, Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies?! Yep, we’re going there, and we’re gonna make it oh-so-GOOD. Welcome to the 2nd to last recipe in the 2nd Annual Beaming Baker Vegan Cookie Countdown!!

Have you been enjoying everything so far?

I hope you’ve enjoyed everything and what’s still to come. ‘Til then, let’s get into one of my very favorite holiday cookies: peanut butter oatmeal cookies!

Because of my mom’s health issues, I like to always try and create healthier treats for her to enjoy this time of year (kinda like these 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal balls or these cinnamon oatmeal cookies). I also like to sneak oats into her desserts.

Years ago, she was 100% convinced that peanut butter was one of the worst, yuckiest things on the planet. But her doctor told her to incorporate healthy fats into her diet, and natural peanut butter was one of her suggestions (along with my mom’s dreaded oats.)

So today’s recipe is a “Mommy, here are some yummy cookies for you to eat!” *under my breath* “I snuck peanut butter and oats into this…” “And it’s not yucky!” Lol. I mean, if cookies can’t convince her that oats and peanut butter are awesome, what can?? 😉

Healthy desserts, healthy cookies, here we come! Are you ready to bake the best healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies aka The Cookies That Tricked My Mom Into Loving Peanut Butter For Real? 🙂 Let’s bake this!

How to Make Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Preheat

Before you even get out the ingredients, preheat your oven to 350°F. Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

We’re gonna keep this nice and simple by whisking together all of the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. This includes: oats, oat flour, ground flaxseed, cinnamon and salt.

Mix the Wet Ingredients

Grab a medium mixing bowl and add in all of the wet ingredients: coconut oil, natural peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar and vanilla. Whisk all the wet ingredients together until well mixed.

Combine

Now it’s time to combine the dry and the wet ingredients! Pour the wet mixture over the dry mixture. Use a rubber spatula to stir and fold it all together until well mixed. Fold in peanuts.

Scoop the Cookie Dough

Using my favorite cookie scoop, scoop and drop balls of peanut butter oatmeal cookie dough onto the baking sheet you prepared earlier. Then, grab a fork and use it to flatten all of the cookies to the thickness you like. You might need to switch to a new fork if things get too sticky! 😉

Bake, Cool, and Enjoy

Bake your peanut butter oatmeal cookies for about 13 minutes. Cool cookies completely, then enjoy the best healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies ever!

If you’re looking for an even easier peanut butter oatmeal cookie, try my 3 Ingredient No Bake Cookies or my Vegan Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookie Bars.

Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: an easy recipe for healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients. #Healthy #Cookies #PeanutButter #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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Simple, Healthy Ingredients For Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies 

When developing this recipe, I wanted to make sure that I used the best healthy ingredients so you could feel good about making these for you and your loved ones. Check out the ingredients for these healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies below.

Peanut Butter: one of the ingredients my mom’s doctor recommend she incorporate into her diet. I like to use unsalted, natural peanut butter since there are no added ingredients aka junk. Peanut butter is high in protein and nutrient-rich, with magnesium, phosphorous, zinc and more. Of course, peanut butter should be eaten in moderation. 😉 A few more of my mom’s favorite ways to (finally) enjoy peanut butter are in these Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies, these 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Bites, my Ultimate Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Bars and these Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Healthy Fats: coconut oil—one of my favorite healthy ingredients to use in many of my healthy cookie recipes. They add a richness to every cookie & a creamy, buttery flavor that takes these healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies to the next level.

Rolled Oats & Oat Flour: whole grain, heart-healthy, fiber-rich oats are one of my favorite healthy baking ingredients. They make for the perfect backdrop, soaking up flavors like no other. Instead of using highly-processed all purpose flour, I used flour made from oats. If you’re wondering how, try my homemade oat flour recipe here.

Ground Flaxseed: Flaxseeds are so great because they’re a heart-healthy, whole ingredient that gives this healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookie recipe a nice little boost of Omega-3s and dietary fiber. 😉

Warm Spices: ground cinnamon is the perfect spice to warm you up and give you all the cozy feels without any added sodium or extra junk. Who says natural, healthy ingredients can’t give you an extra oomph?

Refined Sugar Free Ingredients: coconut sugar, pure maple syrup—if you’re keeping refined sugar out of your diet, you need not worry. As with every BB recipe, such as these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars and my Healthy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats, we’re gonna keep it refined sugar-free. 

Sweet and salty healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies with rich peanut butter flavor and packed with heart-healthy oats!

Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: an easy recipe for healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients. #Healthy #Cookies #PeanutButter #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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  • Medium Cookie Scoop – I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, this is my favorite cookie scoop ever!! As a baker, and avid cookie maker, I have trashed so many cookie scoops (animal crossing reference). I absolutely hate throwing things out, but dang it if all the other cookie scoops didn’t give out after just a few dozen batches of cookie dough. This one goes and goes and goes. And it scoops like a champ!
  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Golden Ground Flaxseed | Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Unsalted, Natural Creamy Peanut Butter | Coconut Sugar

You grab the peanut butter, I’ll grab the oats! Okay, I can grab everything… just meet me in the kitchen with your cutest mixing bowls, ASAP! 😉 I can’t wait to hear what you think of my healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies recipe! Be sure to leave a comment if you make these cookies—you know I truly love hearing from you. Thankful & joyful that you’re here, sharing in these baking adventures with me. ‘Til the next one…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: an easy recipe for healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients. #Healthy #Cookies #PeanutButter #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies


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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: about a dozen cookies
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Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: an easy recipe for healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
  • ¼ cup gluten free oat flour – if using homemade oat flour, make sure it’s finely ground (not coarse)*
  • 2 tablespoons golden ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted, natural creamy peanut butter (try homemade peanut butter)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ½ cup peanuts, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all of the dry ingredients: oats, oat flour, flaxseed, cinnamon and salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: coconut oil, peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until well mixed. Fold in peanuts.
  5. Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop and drop balls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart. Using a fork, flatten cookies to desired thickness. Cookies won’t spread.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Mine took 13 minutes. Place baking sheet on a cooling rack, allowing to cool for 10 minutes. Then, transfer cookies directly onto the rack to continue cooling completely before storing. Enjoy!

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Equipment

Gluten Free Rolled Oats

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Unsalted Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

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Medium Cookie Scoop

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Notes

Where to Buy Ingredients: Gluten Free Rolled Oats | try making Homemade Oat Flour | Ground Flaxseed | Coconut Oil | Natural Peanut Butter | Pure Maple Syrup | Coconut Sugar

A Note on Homemade Oat Flour: *If using homemade oat flour, make sure to blend the flour until very fine and sift the flour to remove coarse bits of oats that could create less than ideal results. Store until needed, then measure the amount required for the recipe.

Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources.

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 13 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Snacks
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies

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  1. Minni W. says

    July 30, 2021 at 8:54 am

    Can you replace coconut sugar with Splenda?

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  2. Caitlin says

    July 5, 2021 at 1:05 pm

    I’m so happy. As a breastfeeding mom, I have a constant and insatiable obsession with peanut butter. I’ve been searching for a healthy way to satisfy my cravings instead of reaching for the processed snacks. These are perfect! Plus they have lots of great milk-producing ingredients! I made a few adjustments to the recipe to work with the ingredients I had, but I’m thrilled with the results. And my toddler loves these cookies too! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      July 14, 2021 at 12:03 pm

      Oh that’s absolutely wonderful to hear Caitlin! 😊 It just makes me so happy to know that you and the little one are enjoying the cookies. Thank you for taking the time to stop by and let me know!

      Reply
  3. Jen says

    February 13, 2021 at 1:35 pm

    Hi, is there a substitution for the flaxseed? Thanks so much, these look super yummy!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      February 16, 2021 at 1:56 pm

      Hi Jen! You can try ground chia seeds. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Yvonne says

    December 30, 2020 at 7:38 pm

    Very tasty! Made them for Xmas and making them again for New Years’s eve. This is my first time using coconut oil. I think they turn out great. However, are your measurements based on the solid form or after it’s melted (or is it the same). Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 2, 2021 at 11:57 am

      So happy to hear you enjoyed them Yvonne! I hope you had a wonderful holiday. 🙂 I measure the coconut oil as solid and then melt it. Happy baking!

      Reply
  5. Sandra Garcia says

    December 13, 2020 at 9:35 pm

    Excited to try it. I love drinking coffee in the morning with a sweet healthy snack.

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 14, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      I just know you’re gonna enjoy these Sandra! They’re a true treat any time of day. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Anna says

    December 12, 2020 at 8:59 pm

    I just made these cookies and half of them are already gone! They are simply delicious!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 14, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      Haha they always do disappear fast. ☺️ I’m so glad you enjoyed them Anna!

      Reply
  7. Toni says

    December 12, 2020 at 11:53 am

    The flavors and texture of these cookies are SO good! The ingredients you used are some of my favorites and I love that they are in a cookie recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 14, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      That’s so wonderful to hear Toni! 😊

      Reply
  8. Jessica says

    December 12, 2020 at 11:40 am

    Healthy peanut butter cookies are JUST what my family needs this year!!! The perfect snack/dessert, thank you!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 14, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      Yes! There’s really nothing like a fresh plate of these cookies on a chilly winter morning. 😊 Hope you all enjoy them!

      Reply
  9. Liz says

    December 12, 2020 at 11:00 am

    I’ve been trying to find some healthier versions of cookies, so I’m so glad I found this recipe!!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 12, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Perfect! I know you’re just going to love this recipe Liz. ☺️

      Reply
  10. Kathryn Donangelo says

    December 12, 2020 at 10:21 am

    We could all use a healthy cookie recipe during the holidays and I’m excited to add these to my list. Can’t wait to bake these!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 12, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Couldn’t agree more Kathryn! 😊 Can’t wait to hear what you think!

      Reply
  11. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

    December 12, 2020 at 9:55 am

    These look so decadent and yet so healthy so it’s a win win from me!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 12, 2020 at 11:07 am

      Yay! I’m so happy to hear it Amanda!

      Reply
  12. Pam Greer says

    December 12, 2020 at 9:09 am

    We love snacking at our house and are always looking for something healthy, but sweet! These cookies are perfect!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 12, 2020 at 11:06 am

      These will be perfect for you! 😊

      Reply
  13. Tania | Fit Foodie Nutter says

    December 12, 2020 at 8:10 am

    I can’t believe ow quick and easy this recipe is! I added some festive spices to them and they turned out delcious! Thank you for sharing x

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 12, 2020 at 11:05 am

      Sounds delish! 😋 You’re so welcome Tania!

      Reply

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