5-Minute Diabetic-Friendly Soft Cookies (Melt-in-Your-Mouth)

These soft diabetic-friendly cookies are quick to prepare and require only a few ingredients. They are naturally low in refined sugar, simple to bake, and have a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for a quick snack when you want something sweet without causing large blood sugar spikes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened)

• 1 large egg

• 3 tbsp erythritol or monk fruit sweetener (diabetic-friendly)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp baking soda

• Pinch of salt

(Optional)

• 1 tbsp almond flour for a slightly thicker cookie

• 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips (sugar-free)

 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat

Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Mix the Dough

In a bowl combine:

• peanut butter

• egg

• sweetener

• vanilla

• baking soda

• salt

Mix until smooth and thick.

3️⃣ Shape Cookies

Use a spoon or small scoop to place small balls of dough on the tray.
Leave about 2–3 cm between each cookie.

4️⃣ Flatten

Lightly press each ball with a fork or spoon.

5️⃣ Bake

Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

6️⃣ Cool

Let cookies cool 5 minutes before eating. They firm up while cooling.

 Servings

• Makes 10–12 cookies

• Serving size: 2 cookies

Nutritional Information (Approx per serving)

(Values vary depending on peanut butter and sweetener used.)

 Recipe Notes

• Use natural peanut butter (only peanuts + salt) for best results.

• Artificial sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit keep carbs low.

• The dough may seem soft but firms while baking.

 Tips for Best Results

✅ Chill dough 10 minutes if it feels too sticky.
✅ Add cinnamon or cocoa powder for extra flavor.
✅ For crisp cookies bake 2 minutes longer.
✅ For softer cookies remove from oven slightly early.

 Health Benefits

1. Low Sugar – suitable for people managing diabetes.
2. High Protein – peanut butter helps keep you full.
3. Low Carb – helps reduce blood sugar spikes.
4. Quick Recipe – ready in about 15 minutes total.

 Q&A

Q: Are these cookies safe for diabetics?
A: They contain no refined sugar, but portion control is still important.

Q: Can I replace peanut butter?
A: Yes, you can use almond butter or sunflower seed butter.

Q: Can I make them vegan?
A: Replace the egg with 1 tbsp chia seeds + 2 tbsp water.

Q: How long do they last?
A: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days or refrigerate for 1 week.

Q: Can they be frozen?
A: Yes. Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.