Description
Craving something sweet but don’t want to turn on the oven? These *Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies* are the answer. Rich, chewy, and full of nutty flavor, this quick and easy dessert is perfect for those busy days when you need a fast treat. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast snack, easy dessert, or fun food idea to share, these cookies deliver. Plus, they’re naturally gluten-free, and ready in just minutes—making them an ideal addition to your list of breakfast ideas, healthy snack options, and no-fuss dinner desserts.
Ingredients
0.5 cup butter
2 cups sugar
0.5 cup milk
1 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups rolled oats
0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and measure out all ingredients in advance.
2. In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and milk over medium heat. Stir continuously until it comes to a boil.
3. Allow the mixture to boil for exactly 1 minute without stirring.
4. Remove from heat and immediately stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Add oats and salt, and stir quickly to coat everything evenly.
6. Drop spoonfuls onto the lined baking sheet. Shape if desired.
7. Let cookies set for 20–30 minutes at room temp or 15 minutes in the fridge.
8. Store in an airtight container once set.
Notes
Use fresh, well-stirred peanut butter for the best texture and consistency.
Make sure to boil the sugar mixture for a full minute—this helps the cookies set properly.
Add toppings like sea salt, chocolate chips, or coconut flakes before the cookies set for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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