It’s officially cookie o’clock with these scrumptious treats! They are flourless, gluten-free, and made with wholesome ingredients—a winning batch that will score high with you and your crew. 

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This is definitely a five star review. The cookies are delicious, they were easy to make, and most of all they are a healthy treat!

Susie
(5 stars) 12 ratings
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Why you’ll love this recipe: 

  • Simple ingredients: Made with pantry staples you likely already have—oats, nut butter, eggs, vanilla, brown sugar—no flour, no fuss.
  • Naturally gluten-free: Just make sure you’re using certified gluten-free oats!
  • Customizable: Peanut-free? Swap in almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter to make it work for your house.
  • Quick and easy: Mix, scoop, bake—no chilling or fancy techniques or equipment required.

I LOVE cookies so much—I mean, how could you not? And over the years, I’ve built up a cookie lineup for all kinds of occasions and cravings. 

But when I’m in the mood for a classic, tried-and-true chocolate chip cookie, this is the recipe I tend to reach for. It’s simple, reliable, and hits the spot. If I have cashew butter on hand, I’ll use it because it’s neutral and gives that quintessential chocolate chip cookie flavor. But more often than not, I stick with peanut butter because, well, I always have it on hand, and it works like a charm. I also love peanut butter-flavored anything. But of course, if you have peanut allergies in the house, pass the baton to a preferred nut or seed butter (soy nut, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter will all cross the finish line). 

This recipe is everything a cookie should be: soft, chewy, and studded with melty chocolate goodness. Betcha can’t eat just one!

Try this Skillet Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie!

(5 stars) 12 ratings

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

It’s cookie o’clock with these scrumptious treats. They’re flourless, gluten-free, and will hit the spot!
Yield: 28 cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¾ cup rolled oats, old fashioned*
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Ingredient Details to Know
*Use certified gluten-free oats if making these gluten-free.

Instructions
 

  • Mist a large baking sheet with nonstick oil spray or line with parchment paper and set aside. Preheat oven to 350℉ degrees.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the vanilla and brown sugar (make sure you have no sugar lumps). Add the peanut butter and mix until everything is well combined and creates a thick batter.
  • Add the oats on top, along with the baking powder. IMPORTANT NOTE: Before incorporating the oats into the batter, first mix the baking powder into the oats so it’s evenly distributed. Then, mix everything together until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips (I like to save some for decorating the cookie tops).
  • Roll about 2 tablespoons of batter into small balls using your palms (a 2-tablespoon scoop works too!). Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten them into cookie-shaped circles with your fingers.
  • Sprinkle coarse salt over the tops and add a few optional chips on each. Bake in the oven for ~10 minutes. Let cool before eating.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 2 months!
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Serving Size: 1 cookieCalories: 90Carbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gTotal Fat: 6g— Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g— Saturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 68mgPotassium: 37mgFiber: 1gTotal Sugar: 5g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 4g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
I’m hoping you loved this recipe! If you made it and want to share feedback, I’d be so grateful to hear from you. Please leave a review below or tag @joybauer on Instagram!