Soft & Chewy Seed Butter Cookies (Nut-Free + Gluten-Free)
Try these soft, chewy seed butter cookies made with sunflower or pumpkin seed butter. Nut-free, gluten-free, and perfect for school-safe snacks or healthy desserts!
🌻 Why You'll Love These Seed Butter Cookies
Looking for a nut-free cookie recipe that’s still rich, chewy, and delicious? These seed butter cookies are made with sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter, offering all the creaminess of nut butter without allergens. Perfect for school lunches, potlucks, or healthy treats at home.
- 🌱 Nut-free & allergy-friendly
- 🍪 Chewy texture with crisp edges
- 🌾 Gluten-free option available
- 🍯 Naturally sweetened and easy to make
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 cup sunflower seed butter (or pumpkin seed butter)
- ¾ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or seeds for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together seed butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt until smooth.
- Scoop dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into balls. Place on baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
- Press slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
🍫 Optional Add-ins & Variations
- Chocolate Chip: Add mini dark chocolate chips
- Crunchy: Sprinkle with pumpkin or sunflower seeds on top before baking
- Spiced: Add ½ tsp cinnamon or pumpkin spice
- Vegan: Use a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
🧊 Storage Tips
- Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Let thaw at room temperature.
🌱 Nutrition Info (Per Cookie – makes ~16 cookies)
- Calories: 120
- Carbs: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
❓ FAQ
What is seed butter?
Seed butter is a creamy spread made from seeds like sunflower or pumpkin—great for those with nut allergies.
Can I make these cookies without eggs?
Yes! Use a flax egg to make them vegan.
Will sunflower seed butter turn cookies green?
Yes, due to a natural reaction with baking soda, they might turn green inside—totally safe and fun!
✅ Final Thoughts
These seed butter cookies are a soft, chewy, and allergy-friendly alternative to traditional peanut butter cookies. Whether you're packing school lunches or prepping healthy treats, this nut-free cookie recipe is a must-try!
Comments
Post a Comment