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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

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A quick and delicious no-bake peanut butter cookie recipe that requires no oven and comes together in under 15 minutes. These chewy cookies are perfect for satisfying snack cravings with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup peanut butter (smooth, crunchy, or a mix)
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together 1 cup of peanut butter and ½ cup of honey or maple syrup until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Warm peanut butter slightly if mixture is too stiff.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ teaspoon salt; stir to combine.
  3. Gradually fold in 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats until mixture is sticky but holds shape. Adjust with a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry, or add more oats if too wet.
  4. If desired, sift in 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and mix well for a chocolate twist.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and place on a lined baking sheet or plate. Flatten each ball with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the cookies.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter for best flavor and texture. Chilling is essential to help cookies set and avoid crumbliness. Adjust sweetness by tasting the mixture before shaping. Optional add-ins include mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or dried fruit. For vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and plant-based peanut butter. Certified gluten-free oats make this recipe gluten-free.

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