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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 6 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Indulgent peanut butter no bake cookies dance with rich chocolate and creamy oats, creating a blissful treat that requires zero oven time. Chilled and ready in minutes, these cookies promise sweet satisfaction without complicated kitchen work.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter

Dairy and Fat:

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup cold milk

Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, meld butter, sugar, and milk over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil.
  2. Maintain the boil for precisely 60 seconds, ensuring constant movement to prevent scorching.
  3. Immediately remove from heat and rapidly incorporate peanut butter, vanilla extract, and rolled oats, mixing until thoroughly and uniformly blended.
  4. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, quickly deposit dollops of the warm mixture onto a lined baking sheet, creating uniform clusters.
  5. Allow the no-bake cookies to rest at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, permitting them to solidify and develop a delectable, fudgy consistency.
  6. Once fully set and cooled, transfer cookies to an airtight container for storage, or serve immediately for a swift, indulgent treat.

Notes

  • Choose a natural, unsweetened peanut butter for a healthier, less sugary version that enhances the cookie’s authentic flavor profile.
  • Quickly work with the mixture while it’s warm to ensure smooth, easy scooping and perfect cookie formation before it starts to harden.
  • Use gluten-free oats to transform these cookies into a celiac-friendly and gluten-sensitive diet-compatible dessert that everyone can enjoy.
  • Line your baking surface with wax paper or silicone mats for effortless cookie removal and minimal cleanup after the treats have cooled and set.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 276
  • Sugar: 19 g
  • Sodium: 78 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 18 mg