Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies are a quick, easy, and classic treat made with just a few ingredients—oats, peanut butter, and cocoa powder. These chewy, sweet cookies are perfect for when you need a quick dessert or snack without turning on the oven. They’re a hit with kids and adults alike
Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies are a quick, easy, and classic treat made with just a few ingredients—oats, peanut butter, and cocoa powder. These chewy, sweet cookies are perfect for when you need a quick dessert or snack without turning on the oven. They’re a hit with kids and adults alike
Ingredients
- 1/2cup(115g) unsalted butter
- 2cups(400g) granulated sugar
- 1/2cup(120ml) milk
- 1/4cup(30g) cocoa powder
- 1cup(240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbspvanilla extract
- 3cups(270g) quick oats
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook the Mixture:In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.Add the sugar, milk, and cocoa powder, whisking until combined.Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then let it boil for 1 minute. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar, milk, and cocoa powder, whisking until combined.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then let it boil for 1 minute. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla:Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Mix in the Oats:Add the oats and stir until fully coated.
- Add the oats and stir until fully coated.
- Form the Cookies:Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon, if desired.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon, if desired.
- Let Cool:Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes. Once set, enjoy!
- Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes. Once set, enjoy!
Notes
Make it chewy:Use quick oats for a chewier texture, or rolled oats for a thicker texture.
Make it vegan:Use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk.
Storage:Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the fridge for a firmer texture.
