This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, read my disclosure policy. Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are a classic cookie recipe that never goes out of style! If you’ve been looking for no-bake oatmeal cookies without chocolate, this is the post for you. They are made with oats and peanut butter and set up perfectly every
time. I’m a big fan of old-fashioned no-bake cookies, especially during the summer! Not having to turn on the oven is always a plus in my book. Easy peanut butter no-bake cookies are an all-time favorite of mine. Maybe you’ve
tried the classic chocolate oatmeal cookies before? These are like those except without the chocolate. Peanut butter is the star in this recipe. This is an easy no-bake cookie recipe with just six ingredients. I’m showing you how to make the cookies so they turn out with the best texture. The key is to use a thermometer and boil the mixture for the right amount of time. A thermometer takes all the guesswork out! It’s all about the peanut
butter and oats with these sweet bites! They’re a little chewy and perfectly sweet. Love chocolate peanut butter cookies? Make my Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bakes! It’s basically just this recipe with cocoa powder! PREP: Before you make the cookies, it’s very important to have all of your ingredients prepped, measured, and ready to go. This is a quick recipe once you start, so have everything ready. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper and set them aside. Usually, the reason the no bake oatmeal cookies don’t
set is that the mixture wasn’t boiled long enough. This is why a thermometer is so helpful! The temperature should be 230°F when you take the pan off the heat. Any lower than that, and the cookies won’t set properly. Store these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They’ll last a week in the refrigerator, and you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Can I make no-bake cookies without peanut butter? Swap the peanut butter for Biscoff cookie spread, Nutella, almond butter, or other nut butter that you like. You can also use Sun Butter which is a sunflower seed spread. When no-bake cookies are made the right way, they’re irresistible! Can I use foil instead of wax paper for
no-bake cookies? Yes, foil is fine. You can also use parchment paper or silicone mats. Why did my no bake cookies not set? No bake oatmeal cookies don’t set if the mixture wasn’t boiled long enough. This is why a thermometer is so helpful! The temperature should be 230°F when you take the pan off the heat. Why are my no cake cookies dry and
crumbly? If you use natural peanut butter, or if you don’t measure your oats properly or if you cook them too long (past 230°F) they can get dry and crumbly. Prep Time 10 minutesWhy This No Bake Cookie Recipe Works
Ingredients
How to Make Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
Why did my no-bake cookies not set?
Storing and Freezing Instructions
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Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter diced
- 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (118ml) nonfat milk
- ½ cup (133g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups (243g) quick cooking oats
Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
It’s very important that all your ingredients are measured and ready to go before you start and make sure you’ve read the directions before making these cookies. The process goes fast!
Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and milk. Whisk until smooth then bring to a boil and cook for about 1 ½ minutes, stirring occasionally. NOTE: you MUST boil them long enough or they will not set. To be sure of this, boil the mixture until it reaches 230°F on a candy or instant read thermometer. If you do not have a thermometer, this will take about 1 ½ minutes on medium heat.
Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter, salt, vanilla, and oats.
Use a cookie scoop to drop 2 tablespoon size balls of cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Let sit to set or chill to harden quicker.
• Be sure to use a regular peanut butter, such as Skippy or Jif (do not use a natural peanut butter that needs stirring)
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate
More No Bake Recipes You’ll Love
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- Easy Rocky Road Bars has chocolate, marshmallows and nuts!
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These Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are made with oats and peanut butter and set up perfectly every time! They are such an easy cookie to make when you need something delicious, fast!
Last Updated on October 11, 2022
Dorothy Kern
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