Description

Quick and easy no-bake peanut butter cookies for a simple sweet treat.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate version)

Instructions

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, and butter. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Boil for exactly 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder (if using) until smooth.
Add the rolled oats and stir until well combined.
Working quickly, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
Let the cookies cool completely at room temperature until firm, about 30-60 minutes.

Notes

For chocolate peanut butter cookies, add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder with the peanut butter.
Ensure you boil the sugar mixture for exactly 1 minute for the correct consistency.
These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg

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