Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies that come together quickly with simple ingredients like peanut butter, oats, and maple syrup. These cookies require no oven time and are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, offering a chewy texture with optional mini chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups quick oats or old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), and coconut oil. Heat over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is melted and smooth, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse flavor evenly throughout the mixture.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients: Add the oats and salt to the saucepan, stirring until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the oats are evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
- Optional Chocolate Chips: If desired, fold in the mini chocolate chips to add a sweet, melty texture to your cookies.
- Shape the Cookies: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the sheet, shaping each into a cookie form by lightly pressing the tops to flatten gently.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator or freezer and chill for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are firm and hold their shape.
- Store Properly: Transfer the cookies to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can use either quick oats or old-fashioned oats depending on your preferred cookie texture. Quick oats result in softer cookies, while old-fashioned oats provide a chewier bite.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- If you don’t have coconut oil, you can substitute it with unsalted butter or another neutral oil, though this will slightly alter the flavor.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a handful of chopped nuts.
- Don’t skip chilling the cookies as this step is crucial for them to set properly without baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
