Description
These Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies are a quick and easy dessert made with creamy peanut butter, oats, and a sweet buttery mixture. Ready in just 10 minutes plus setting time, they are perfect for when you want a delicious treat without turning on the oven. This gluten-free and vegetarian recipe provides chewy, flavorful cookies that require no baking and minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick oats
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, milk, and salt over medium heat.
- Boil mixture: Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Cook briefly: Once boiling, allow the mixture to boil for 1 full minute to thicken slightly, stirring continuously.
- Add peanut butter and vanilla: Remove from heat and immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Mix in oats: Add the quick oats to the mixture and stir thoroughly until all oats are completely coated.
- Form cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto wax paper or a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set cookies: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving to ensure they firm up properly.
Notes
- Use quick oats for the best texture; old-fashioned oats will create a chewier cookie.
- For a chocolate variation, add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the sugar mixture before boiling.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free when using certified gluten-free oats.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
