Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Chocolate Fudge Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Chocolate Fudge Cookies are a delightful treat that balances rich chocolate flavor with wholesome ingredients. Soft, fudgy, and naturally sweetened, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Ingredients

• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup oat flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and glossy with no streaks.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to remove any lumps. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
4. Step 4: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, spreading them evenly throughout the dough, which will be thicker than regular cookie dough but softer than most healthy alternatives.
5. Step 5: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly underdone. They will finish cooking from residual heat.

Tips & Variations

• Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother dough, or try almond butter for a different nutty flavor.
• Swap dark chocolate chips for cacao nibs to reduce sweetness and add a crunchy texture.
• If oat flour is unavailable, pulse oats in a food processor until fine, or substitute with whole wheat flour for a heartier cookie.
• For extra moisture, add a tablespoon of unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana to the wet ingredients.
• Chill the dough for 15 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape better.

Storage

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore softness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of oat flour?

Yes, you can substitute regular all-purpose flour, but the texture will be less chewy and slightly denser. Adjust baking time as needed and consider reducing any added sugar if your flour is enriched.

Are these cookies suitable for a dairy-free diet?

Not as written, since Greek yogurt is used. However, you can substitute with a dairy-free yogurt alternative like coconut or almond yogurt to make them dairy-free.

Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Chocolate Fudge Cookies Recipe

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These Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Chocolate Fudge Cookies are a guilt-free indulgence perfect for anyone craving a fudgy, chocolatey treat. Combining the creamy richness of peanut butter and Greek yogurt with wholesome oat flour and dark chocolate chips, these cookies deliver a soft, tender texture with a deliciously deep chocolate flavor—all without refined sugars or unhealthy fats.

• Author: Lena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 12 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• ¾ cup oat flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Add-ins

• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This setup prevents sticking and ensures easy cleanup, essential when handling fudgy cookies.
2. Create the Wet Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Whisk everything until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and glossy, with no yogurt streaks remaining.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to remove any lumps. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined to keep the cookies tender and prevent toughness.
4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. The texture will be thicker than regular cookie dough but softer than many healthy alternatives, which helps create the perfect fudgy consistency.
5. Bake to Perfection: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each slightly using your fingers or the back of a spoon. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers look slightly underdone, allowing them to finish cooking with residual heat for a soft, fudgy center.

Notes

• For sweeter cookies, use maple syrup; honey provides a little floral sweetness.
• Make sure not to overmix the dough to maintain a tender texture.
• Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
• These cookies keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated.
• Oat flour can be made by grinding rolled oats in a food processor if unavailable.

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