Description

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are a quick and easy dessert perfect for when you want a sweet treat without turning on the oven. Combining creamy peanut butter, oats, and a simple mixture of butter, sugar, and milk, these cookies come together effortlessly on the stovetop in just minutes. With a chewy texture and rich peanut butter flavor, they’re a classic no-bake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt

Flavor and Texture

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats

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Instructions

Combine and Boil Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and salt. Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Let it boil for exactly 1 minute to ensure the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended, creating a rich, creamy base for the cookies.
Incorporate Oats: Add the quick-cooking oats to the mixture and stir thoroughly until all the oats are fully coated and the mixture is homogenous, which will give the cookies their chewy texture.
Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or parchment-lined baking sheets. Flatten each slightly if you prefer thinner cookies.
Cooling and Setting: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will firm up the cookies, making them ready to enjoy or store.

Notes

Use quick oats for the best texture; rolled oats may make the cookies too chewy or dense.
For extra flavor and texture, stir in mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts before shaping the cookies.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.