Food, shelter, clothes… yes, of course. But above all, love. And love can be shown in so many ways. Some parents teach their kids sports, some take them on adventures, some bond over art or music. For me? I’ve always shown love to my son through books and food. Those two things have created some of our most cherished memories together, and honestly, they’re the things that keep him coming back to the kitchen with me — even on the roughest days.
Food as a Way to Show Love
Our family traditions are full of sharing. Holidays, birthdays, or just a random Tuesday — our meals and treats are always centered around sharing. Love multiplied when food is involved. But let’s be real… sharing food can get expensive. Especially when you want to bake something incredible for your family without breaking the bank.
That’s exactly what inspired these vegan peanut butter cookies. I wanted something that tasted indulgent and cake-like, but that I could make quickly, easily, and affordably. I didn’t want to spend a ton of money on specialty ingredients. What I needed were cookies that were delicious, simple, and wholesome — and these hit the mark.
Why Kids Will Love These Cookies
Cake-like texture: Soft, chewy, and slightly airy.
Rich peanut butter flavor: Strong enough to taste indulgent but kid-friendly.
Quick to whip up: You won’t need hours in the kitchen.
Easy to share: Perfect for school parties, holiday feasts, or just snack time.
My son literally eats these straight out of the bowl. No fork, no plate, no patience — just pure, joyful munching. Kids don’t lie.
Budget-Friendly Baking
All you need for these cookies are pantry staples: peanut butter, flour, a little sugar or alternative sweetener, and a few other basics. No expensive vegan chocolate chips, no exotic flours — just simple ingredients that give you maximum flavor for minimal cost.
The first batch I made was for Valentine’s Day. I wanted them to be special, but I also wanted to show my son — and myself — that you can make something amazing without spending a fortune. And guess what? They were a hit. Every bite was filled with peanut butter goodness, soft and cake-like, perfect for sharing or sneaking straight from the tray.
Sharing Is Caring
Baking is more than just cooking — it’s creating memories. My son has a favorite book, “Peanut Butter and Crackers,” and we’ve read it over and over while sharing cookies together. Those are the moments that stick. Every bite of these cookies is a memory, a little lesson in love and giving, and a reminder that you don’t need a fancy recipe or expensive ingredients to make your family feel special.
How to Enjoy Them
As a sweet snack after school or work
For dessert after dinner
To share at a holiday feast or party
Crumbled over ice cream or vegan yogurt for an extra treat
Final Thoughts
These Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies are soft, cake-like, filled with rich peanut butter flavor, and kid-approved. They’re quick, affordable, and perfect for sharing — or keeping all to yourself (no judgment).
Baking is about more than food — it’s about creating moments that last. So go ahead, preheat that oven, grab your peanut butter, and make some memories. Your kids — and your heart — will thank you.
You would never know these cookies are healthy, but they are, and they are also vegan. They are peanut buttery, soft and chewy on the inside, yet crispy on the outside — these cookies will make your day.
Course Dessert
Keyword cookie, healthy, vegan
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 12 minutesmins
Servings 9
Author Michelle
Ingredients
2flax eggs2 tablespoons ground flax combined with 6 tablespoons of water
1/2cupall purpose flour
1/2 cupoat flour
1teaspoonbaking soda
1/2teaspoonbaking powder
1/2teaspoonsalt
2tablespoons brown sugar
2tablespoonspure cane sugar
1/2 cupcreamy peanut butter
1/2cupoat milk
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Make flax eggs and set aside.
Mix all dry ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl, until combined.
Add the peanut butter, oat milk and flax eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula until the mixture becomes creamy and fluffy.
Make nine balls of dough, place onto the cookie sheet and flatten.
Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool for at least ten minutes before serving.
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