Name: Dairy Free Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 cups packed light brown sugar; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups smooth peanut butter; coarse-grained sea salt, to finish

These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are a dream come true for anyone avoiding gluten and dairy—but still craving something sweet! Made with just five pantry-friendly ingredients, these naturally gluten-free, dairy-free peanut butter cookies are quick to whip up and irresistibly delicious. With a rich peanut butter flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re the perfect treat for cookie lovers of all kinds.

Related: If you’re looking for another delicious dessert that’s both dairy-free and gluten-free, give these Strawberry Crumb Bars a try! They’re easy to make, make plenty for sharing, and are so tasty you won’t miss a thing.

Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies Ingredients

2 cups packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups smooth peanut butter (regular peanut butter, not natural peanut butter, works best)
Coarse-grained sea salt, to finish (optional)

How to Make Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies

Prep & Preheat
In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the light brown sugar and eggs until fully combined. Whisk in the vanilla extract. Add the peanut butter and switch to a spatula, stirring until the mixture is smooth and no peanut butter streaks remain. The dough should be thick and uniform—similar in texture to Play-Doh when it’s ready.
Chill the mixture
Put the dough mixture in your refrigerator for 15 minutes. You can bake these cookies as soon as the dough is prepared, but they will retain their shape better if you chill the dough balls for 15 minutes before baking.
Form the cookies
Stir the dough. Using a scoop (2 tablespoons – 44mm scoop), scoop dough balls and place them on the prepared rimmed sheet pan. If desired, sprinkle the dough balls lightly with coarse-grained sea salt just before baking. I often skip this step. Either way, these cookies are amazing.
Bake
Bake for about 12-15 minutes, turning the sheet pan once halfway through baking. Cookies should be just golden at the edges. Don’t overbake. Enjoy!

These irresistible peanut butter cookies are both gluten-free and dairy-free—and they truly melt in your mouth! I’m always getting requests for this recipe. It’s one of those wonderfully easy bakes that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Simple ingredients, quick to make, and absolutely over-the-top delicious.

Dairy Free Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies

These gluten-free and dairy-free salted peanut butter cookies are made with simple ingredients and are sure to please everyone. The dough is easy to make and only requires 15 minutes of prep time. After chilling, the dough balls are scooped and baked until golden brown. Enjoy!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Servings: 10

Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients

2 cups packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups smooth peanut butter
coarse-grained sea salt, to finish

Method

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the light brown sugar and eggs until incorporated.
Whisk in the vanilla extract.
Add the peanut butter and mix with a spatula until smooth and completely incorporated, and until no ribbons of peanut butter can be seen. You know the dough is ready when it has the consistency of Play-Doh.
Chill dough for 15 minutes.
Stir dough. Using a scoop (2 tablespoons – 44mm – scoop), scoop dough balls and place them on the prepared rimmed sheet pan.
Sprinkle the dough balls lightly with coarse-grained sea salt just before baking.
Bake for about 12-15 min, turning sheet pan once halfway through baking.
Cookies should be just golden at edges. Try not to overbake.

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Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Mix (Gluten & Dairy-Free) – Whether you’re baking for yourself or gifting comfort in a jar, this easy mix turns into chewy, delicious cookies everyone can enjoy.
Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers with Turkey – Full of hearty veggies and lean protein, this colorful casserole skips the cheese but not the flavor. A wholesome meal that’s perfect for prepping ahead or sharing.
Shepherd’s Pie (Allergy-Friendly Classic) – This version of the cozy classic uses simple swaps to make it both gluten- and dairy-free—rich, satisfying, and just right for comforting someone you love.
Hearty Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free Lasagna – Layered with savory goodness, this family favorite proves you don’t need cheese or wheat for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner.
Southwest Vegetarian Bake – Bold flavors, no gluten, and easy to make dairy-free—this colorful dish is a star on its own or tucked into burritos for a fun twist.