Description
These peanut butter no bake cookies are the ultimate family treat, offering a perfect combination of creamy peanut butter and hearty oats. They are a quick, comforting, and nostalgic dessert that requires no oven time, making them an ideal project for busy families. With a satisfying chewy texture and a delicious balance of salty and sweet, these cookies are a reliable pantry-staple snack that brings generations together around the kitchen table.
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup whole milk
8 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, milk, and unsalted butter over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil and let it boil for exactly 60 seconds, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the old fashioned oats to the mixture and stir until they are thoroughly coated.
Using a spoon, drop rounded portions of the mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper.
Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for about 30-40 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the mixture reaches a full rolling boil for exactly one minute to guarantee the cookies set properly. Using standard commercial peanut butter works better than natural varieties for texture stability. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American