Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

A delicious and healthy take on the classic chocolate chip cookie, made without any flour or artificial sweeteners.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend the ingredients together until smooth.
3. Add in the baking soda and salt, and mix well.
4. Stir in the chocolate chips and gently mix until they are evenly distributed.
5. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to scoop out small balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork.
7. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, until the edges start to turn golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Flavor profile: These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and nutty, with a decadent chocolatey finish. The natural sweetness of the maple syrup pairs perfectly with the creamy peanut butter and chunks of rich dark chocolate. And because they're made without any flour or artificial sweeteners, they're a guilt-free treat that you can feel good about enjoying!