Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies Recipe
Make the best Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies in just 15 minutes! This easy recipe is rich, chewy, and requires no oven. A perfect quick homemade treat!
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Large spoon or cookie scoop
- Baking sheet or tray
- Parchment or wax paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 cups quick oats
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder optional
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure all ingredients before starting.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and milk. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Boil for 60 Seconds: Once boiling, let it cook for exactly 60 seconds. This ensures the cookies set properly.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Mix in Oats: Add quick oats and stir thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Scoop Onto Parchment Paper: Use a spoon to drop small mounds of the mixture onto parchment paper. Flatten slightly if desired.
- Let Set: Allow cookies to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Enjoy: Once firm, your no-bake peanut butter cookies are ready to enjoy!