Description
A classic, chewy treat with rich peanut butter flavor—no oven required! These no-bake cookies come together quickly and are perfect for a fast dessert or snack.
Ingredients
- 3 cups quick‑cooking oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the oats and salt; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together butter, sugar, and milk.
- Bring to a full rolling boil and boil for one full minute, watching closely.
- Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Immediately fold in oat mixture until evenly coated.
- Quickly drop cookie-sized scoops (about 2 tablespoons each) onto wax or parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Let cookies cool at room temperature until set; refrigerate once fully cooled if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the sugar mixture reaches a full rolling boil for one minute to help the cookies set properly.
- Do not use natural peanut butter as it can affect the texture.
- Cookies can be customized with add-ins like mini marshmallows or chocolate drizzle.
- Store in an airtight container for best texture and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
