Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola Cookies — five-ingredient, flourless cookies packed with protein and ready in minutes.
These are a simple, delicious twist on the classic flourless peanut butter cookie. With just peanut butter, an egg, brown sugar, granola and chocolate chips, the dough comes together in about two minutes—no creaming, no flour and no rising. The added granola gives the cookies a satisfying crunch that makes them work well as a quick breakfast cookie or an indulgent snack.
Why you’ll love them
- Only five main ingredients.
- Flourless and easy to make—no special techniques required.
- Thick, chewy centers with crunchy granola and melty chocolate.
- Quick prep and bake time for fast, satisfying results.
Ingredients (makes about 23 cookies)
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup light or dark brown sugar (dark recommended)
- 1 cup granola cereal (use your favorite flavor)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and brown sugar. Mix until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Add the egg and mix until the dough is smooth and uniform.
- Fold in the granola and chocolate chips on low speed or with a spatula until just incorporated.
- Scoop about 1½ tablespoon portions of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them apart. These cookies won’t spread much—no need to flatten.
- Bake for 9 to 10 minutes. The cookies will be fragile when hot, so allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 7 minutes before transferring to a rack.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes and tips
- Use a creamy peanut butter for a smooth dough. Natural peanut butter can work but may change texture and oil separation—stir well before measuring.
- Swap the granola flavor to change the profile: cranberry almond, maple brown sugar or plain oat granola all work well.
- If you prefer a touch of vanilla, add 1 teaspoon to the dough.
- For larger cookies, increase scoop size and adjust baking time by a few minutes; watch closely to avoid overbaking.
Recipe facts
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 23 mins
- Total time: 33 mins
- Yield: about 23 cookies
- Calories: approx. 144 kcal per cookie
These cookies are thick, chewy and delightfully crunchy from the granola. They disappear fast—so make a double batch if you’re sharing. Enjoy!
Disclosure: Samples of granola were received from the manufacturer, but no compensation was received for this recipe. The recipe reflects personal testing and preference.