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Cooking With KidsSesame-freeNut-freeVegetarianContains dairy

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Biscuits

Cooking With Kids

Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In gluten-free peanut butter biscuits, smooth peanut butter, unsalted butter and gluten-free flour blend are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.

Prep
15 min
Servings
24
Difficulty
Medium
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What to know about Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Biscuits

American-style peanut butter cookies, crisp at the edges and soft inside, with a bold nutty flavor and a sweet‑salty kiss—perfect with coffee or as an afternoon treat. Gluten‑free and dairy‑free, easy to make with kids.

Timing
30 min
Serves
24
Dietary notes
Cooking With Kids, Sesame-free, Nut-free, Vegetarian

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:24
  1. Hand adjusting an oven control beside an open empty oven
    1Heat the oven to 175 degrees Celsius.
  2. 2Set baking paper on baking trays with high edges.
  3. 3In a small pot or a microwave-safe bowl, put the peanut butter and the chopped butter.

Nutrition

Calories
324
Protein
1.7g
Carbs
41g
Sugar
33.5g

Recommended Equipment & Products

  • 🌾Certified gluten-free flour blend
    iHerbAmazon UK

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Family cooking

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Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.

EasyAge 3-5

Age 3-5

Small helper

  • Mash soft ingredients
  • Wash fruit and vegetables
A young child mixing ingredients in a bowl with adult supervision nearby

Age 6-8

Kitchen explorer

  • Stir a batter
  • Measure simple ingredients
A child whisking batter with measuring tools on a family kitchen counter

Chef tips

If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes. For a crispier texture, bake 3 minutes longer.

Culinary reasoning

Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In gluten-free peanut butter biscuits, smooth peanut butter, unsalted butter and gluten-free flour blend are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.

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4Heat on medium-low heat until they melt and become smooth, about 2 minutes, then allow to cool slightly.
  • 5In a large bowl, mix the flour, gelatin, baking soda, salt and white sugar.
  • 6Add the light brown sugar and mix well, breaking up lumps.
  • 7Make a well in the centre and pour the peanut butter and butter mixture, mix until the mixture is uniform.
  • 8Add the beaten eggs and vanilla, and mix again until the mixture is uniform. The dough will be soft and sticky.
  • 9If the dough is too sticky, cover and place in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  • 10Take pieces of dough (about 2 tablespoons each), roll into balls and flatten into disks about 1.5 centimeters thick.
  • 11Place on baking sheets 4 inches apart.
  • 12Press with a wet fork on each cookie to create a half-net pattern.
  • 13Bake in the hot oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden.
  • 14For those who prefer crispy cookies, you can bake for another 3 minutes.
  • 15Leave to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

    • Ingredients

    • 210 g smooth peanut butter
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, chopped
    • 210 g gluten-free flour blend
    • 1/2 teaspoon plant-based gelatin
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
    • 70 g granulated sugar
    • 70 g packed light brown sugar
    • 2 large eggs, room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • Granulated sugar for sprinkling (optional)

    Nutrition

    Calories
    324
    Protein
    1.7g
    Carbs
    41g
    Sugar
    33.5g

    Chef tips

    If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes. For a crispier texture, bake 3 minutes longer.

    Recommended Equipment & Products

    • 🌾Certified gluten-free flour blend
      iHerbAmazon UK

    Age 9+

    Confident cook

    • Read the steps
    • Portion and shape
    An older child reading a recipe while measuring ingredients independently

    Adults only

    Grown-up task

    • Use heat
    • Handle sharp tools
    An adult safely handling a hot oven tray with oven mitts

    Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.

    Skills Kids Practice

    • Following instructions
    • Fine motor skills
    • Counting
    • Teamwork

    A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.

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