Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
These peanut butter no-bake cookies are a quick and delicious treat, combining the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate for a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter Use natural peanut butter for best flavor.
- 1 cup rolled oats Can use gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for a vegan option.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Use dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan option.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the creamy peanut butter mixture, stirring well until everything is fully mixed.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they spread throughout the batter.
- Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop dollops of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet or a piece of waxed paper.
- Flatten the cookies gently with the back of the spoon to achieve your desired thickness.
- Place the cookies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until they have firmed up.
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Notes
For storage, keep cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. To enhance flavor, consider toasting the oats lightly before mixing.