Irresistible Gluten-Free Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Peanut Butter and Oats

Ingredients

• ¾ cup of softened butter, whipped to perfection
• A generous helping of 1 cup densely packed brown sugar
• A single rich egg from a happy hen
• ⅓ cup of creamy peanut butter for that nutty goodness
• A dash of 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, or more to suit your palate
• 2 cups of chickpea flour, finely sifted
• 2 tablespoons of cornstarch for that light and airy texture
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder to make them rise
• A pinch of ½ teaspoon of salt to balance the sweetness
• 1 ½ cups of lusciously chopped chocolate pieces
• ½ cup of hearty rolled oats for added texture
• ¼ cup of a delightful mix of chopped nuts, as per your preference (Optional)

Step 1

Prepare your oven by preheating it to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make sure to generously grease two baking sheets for the cookies to bake evenly and not stick.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, egg, peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Blend the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth and creamy mixture. In another bowl, mix chickpea flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Incorporate this dry mixture into the butter mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well combined to form a delectable cookie dough. Gently fold in chocolate, oats, and nuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 3

Allow the dough to rest and firm up in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes. This step helps the flavors meld together and makes the dough easier to work with.

Step 4

When ready, portion the cookie dough into heaping tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the greased baking sheets. Make sure to leave enough space between each cookie for them to spread while baking.

Step 5

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until they turn a beautiful golden brown, typically around 10 to 13 minutes. Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them set and develop the perfect texture. Enjoy your delicious homemade cookies!