Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, these no-bake cookies combine rich peanut butter and chocolate for a perfect sweet treat! ????????✨
Ingredients:
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter ????
2 cups granulated sugar ????
½ cup whole milk ????
1 cup creamy peanut butter ????
1 teaspoon vanilla extract ????
3 cups quick-cooking oats ????
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ????
Pinch of salt ????
Directions:
Prepare the Base:
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, and milk. Stir occasionally and bring to a boil. ????
Once boiling, let it cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
Mix in Flavors:
Add peanut butter and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir until smooth and well combined. ????✨
Combine Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine quick oats, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. ????????
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly mixed.
Shape the Cookies:
Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or a lined baking sheet. Use a cookie scoop for even sizes. ????
Allow the cookies to cool and set for 15-20 minutes until firm.
Serve and Enjoy:
Once set, the cookies are ready to enjoy! Pair them with a glass of milk or your favorite drink. ????????
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Setting Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 125 kcal per cookie (approx.) | Servings: 24 cookies
Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Whip up a batch of Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies in just 30 minutes! This fuss-free recipe combines creamy peanut butter, chocolate, and oats into perfectly chewy bites. No oven required—ideal for busy days or a quick dessert fix.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter ????
- 2 cups granulated sugar ????
- ½ cup whole milk ????
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter ????
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ????
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats ????
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ????
- Pinch of salt ????
Instructions
Prepare the Base:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, and milk. Stir occasionally and bring to a boil. ????
- Once boiling, cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
2. Mix in Flavors:
- Add peanut butter and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy. ????✨
3. Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine quick oats, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. ????????
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
4. Shape the Cookies:
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or a lined baking sheet. Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes. ????
5. Cool and Set:
- Let the cookies cool and set for 15-20 minutes until firm.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once set, pair these cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite drink. ????????
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats for a chewier texture.
- For a nutty crunch, mix in chopped peanuts.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American