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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies for Quick Family Treats

Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for quick family enjoyment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 0.5 cups butter (unsalted) Adds richness and binds the ingredients. Substitute with margarine for a dairy-free version.
  • 1.75 cups white sugar Provides sweetness; can use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 0.5 cups milk Adds moisture; use almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cups creamy peanut butter (unsweetened) The main flavor component; swap with almond butter for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor; optional if unavailable.
  • 3.5 cups old fashioned rolled oats Provides structure and texture; use quick oats for a softer cookie.
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness; omit if using salted butter.

Equipment

  • 3-quart saucepan
  • stirring spoon
  • Cookie sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients. Measure out ½ cup of unsalted butter, 1¾ cups of white sugar, and ½ cup of milk.
  2. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a 3-quart saucepan, melt the ½ cup of butter over medium heat.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while continuously stirring for 1½ minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter, salt, and vanilla until creamy.
  6. Fold in the rolled oats until everything is combined.
  7. Drop generous balls of dough onto lined cookie sheets, leaving space in between.
  8. Allow to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for quicker hardening.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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