Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
A quick and easy recipe for satisfying Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies, perfect for sweet cravings any time of day.
Ingredients
For the cookie mixture
- ½ cup milk liquid base
- ½ cup unsalted butter adds richness
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweetener
- 1 cup brown sugar adds moisture and flavor
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter main flavor component
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional, for flavor
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt enhances sweetness
For the texture
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats provides texture and structure
Instructions
Preparation
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add milk, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Bring to a gentle boil, bubbling for about one minute until glossy.
- Remove from heat and stir in creamy peanut butter until fully incorporated for a velvety consistency.
- Add pure vanilla extract and fine sea salt, mixing well to enhance flavors.
- Fold in old-fashioned rolled oats until fully coated.
Assembly
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoons of mixture onto the sheet, spacing them out.
- Allow cookies to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes until firm.
Serving
- Enjoy your cookies with coffee or tea!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for several months.