Description
These Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies are a quick and easy treat that come together in just 15 minutes without any baking. Combining creamy peanut butter, buttery richness, and sweet granulated sugar with wholesome oats, these cookies offer a delightful chewy texture and rich flavor. Perfect for busy days or when you crave a simple sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cold milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, butter, peanut butter, and cold milk. Stir frequently to prevent burning and ensure everything melts evenly.
- Boil the mixture: Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and continue boiling for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid scorching.
- Add vanilla and oats: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract. Immediately add the quick-cooking oats and mix thoroughly until fully combined.
- Form the cookies: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or a non-stick surface. Shape as desired while still warm.
- Cool and set: Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature until firm and set, about 20-30 minutes. Once hardened, they are ready to serve.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, use old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick-cooking oats.
- You can substitute smooth peanut butter with chunky peanut butter for added texture.
- If you prefer a lower sugar option, reduce the sugar slightly but note the texture and set time may vary.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- To speed up setting, refrigerate the cookies after placing them on wax paper.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
