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No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

These quick and easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies combine the rich flavor of peanut butter with wholesome oats, making for a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups quick cook oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats and salt, setting them aside.
Cooking
  1. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the butter, sugar, and milk until it bubbles and reaches a rolling boil for about one minute.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in the peanut butter and vanilla until the mixture is luxuriously smooth.
Mixing
  1. Pour the mixture over the oats and stir until everything is beautifully combined.
Cooling
  1. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and let cool. Refrigerate until set.

Notes

Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them separated by parchment paper.