Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Growing up I went to a lot of sleep away camps and met a lot of people from all around the nation and the world. I know it's hard to keep in touch, but I do the best I can to try and keep the connection. My way of keeping in touch, of course, is via food. I have some AMAZING friends in Denver and while I have sent them care packages before, not everyone got a taste, haha. So this is what I sent for my second care package. I think that they are going to enjoy these, because thanks to (never home)maker, I made these incredible cookies. They are soft and crispy and chewy, they are awesome! Enjoy

What you'll need . . .

·         -1 cup peanut

·         -1 cup coconut oil

·         -2 cups packed dark brown sugar

·         -1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

·         -2 teaspoons vanilla extract

·         -1-1/2 cups while whole wheat flour

·         -1-1/4 cups wheat pastry flour

·         -1/4 cup flax meal

·         -1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

·         -1 teaspoon baking soda

·         -1 teaspoon baking powder

·         -vegan chocolate chips, (I use about 1 cup)

1.      1. Preheat the oven to 320 degrees F. Line baking sheets with tin foil, and liberally spray with non-stick cooking spray

2.   2.  Cream together the peanut butter, coconut oil, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the applesauce and mix until well incorporated. Stir in vanilla.

3.   3.  Sift together flours, flax meal, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Fold dry ingredients into the wet.

4.   4. Roll heaping tablespoons of dough into balls and form 2-inch balls, or use a 2-inch ice cream scoop to form balls and place on the cookie sheets. Gently press down with the heel of your hand to flatten slightly.

5.   5.  Bake for 15 minutes -- until lightly golden brown. Transfer to cooling rack.