Description
Creamy no-bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies blend classic comfort with irresistible sweetness. Rich chocolate and nutty flavors unite in this simple, quick dessert perfect for satisfying sudden cookie cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (240 grams)
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats (270 grams)
- 1 1/2 cups sugar (300 grams)
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup salted butter, cut into pieces (113 grams)
- 1/2 cup milk (120 milliliters)
Flavor and Decoration Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 milliliters)
- 1/2 cup Reeses Pieces (75 grams)
Instructions
- Lay out parchment or wax paper on two baking sheets to create a non-stick surface for cookie placement.
- Combine butter, sugar, and milk in a large saucepan, heating over medium temperature until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil. Maintain the boil for precisely 60 seconds, then immediately remove from heat source.
- Incorporate creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture transforms into a smooth, glossy consistency. Thoroughly integrate quick-cooking oats, ensuring complete coating and even distribution.
- Gently fold in colorful Reeses Pieces, creating a delightful speckled appearance throughout the mixture.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, deposit uniform dollops onto prepared sheets, crafting circular cookies approximately 2 inches in diameter.
- Allow cookies to rest at ambient room temperature for half an hour, enabling them to solidify and develop a firm, slice-able texture.
Notes
- Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature for smooth mixing and better cookie texture.
- Use quick-cooking oats for optimal consistency and faster setting of cookies.
- Experiment with different mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts for varied flavor profiles.
- For gluten-free option, substitute regular oats with certified gluten-free oats to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 258
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 109 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg