Peanut Butter & Jelly Biscuits with Rolled Oats

These biscuits are perfect for a quick snack or a sweet treat. Adding oats gives the biscuits a hearty texture and a nutty flavor while keeping them wholesome. Enjoy! 🌟

Ingredients

• ¾ cup gluten-free rolled oats (or regular rolled oats if not GF)
• ¾ cup gluten-free flour blend
• ½ cup Botanika Blends Peanut Butter Protein Powder
• ¼ cup coconut sugar (or your preferred sweetener)
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ cup natural peanut butter
• ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
• 2 tbsp plant-based yoghurt
• 2-3 tbsp plant-based milk (as needed)
• ¼ cup jelly/jam (strawberry, raspberry, or your favorite flavor)

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Oats
   Blend half of the rolled oats into a coarse oat flour (optional for texture variety). Leave the other half as-is for added chewiness.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, oat flour (if using), gluten-free flour, Botanika Blends Peanut Butter Protein Powder, coconut sugar, baking soda, and salt.

4. Combine Wet Ingredients
   In another bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, and plant-based yoghurt until smooth. Add plant-based milk gradually until the mixture is well combined.

5. Form the Dough
   Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until a dough forms. The oats will absorb some moisture, so adjust with a bit more plant-based milk if needed.

6. Shape Biscuits
   Roll dough into balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the baking tray. Flatten slightly and create an indent in the center for the jelly.

7. Add Jelly
   Fill each indent with a small dollop of jelly or jam.

8. Bake
   Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.

9. Cool & Serve
   Allow the biscuits to cool completely on a wire rack before serving

Additional Ingredients for the Cream Filling

• 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
• 2 tbsp vegan cream cheese (or coconut cream for a lighter option)
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (or your preferred sweetener)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions for the Cream Filling

1. Make the Cream
   In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, vegan cream cheese (or coconut cream), maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.

2. Assemble the Biscuits

   • Once the biscuits are completely cooled, take one biscuit and spread a generous layer of the peanut butter cream on the flat side.
   • Add a small dollop of jelly on top of the cream for an extra burst of flavor.
   • Place a second biscuit on top, flat side down, to create a sandwich.

3. Chill (Optional)
   For a firmer texture, refrigerate the assembled sandwich biscuits for 15-20 minutes to let the filling set.

4. Serve
   Enjoy these creamy, indulgent treats with your favorite cup of tea or coffee!

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This creamy addition takes the biscuits to the next level, making them perfect for special occasions or just an elevated snack. 😊