Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies (Print Version)
Rich, chewy peanut butter and oat treats ready in minutes—no baking required.
# What You Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 3 cups quick-cooking oats
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
# Directions:
01 - Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to set aside for later use.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sugar, milk, and salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Boil for exactly 1 minute.
03 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth.
04 - Add the quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and mix thoroughly to ensure all oats are evenly coated.
05 - Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each mound slightly with the back of a spoon.
06 - Allow the cookies to stand at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or until they are firm and set.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It satisfies a sudden sugar craving in less than half an hour.
- The chewy texture makes them feel indulgent despite how simple they are.
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- Timing the one minute boil is crucial or the cookies will never set properly.
- Stirring the peanut butter in off the heat prevents it from separating or becoming oily.
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- Use a timer for the boiling minute to ensure accuracy every time.
- Work quickly when scooping because the dough hardens as it cools.