5-Ingredient No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies
These irresistible no-bake peanut butter cookies are a fast, easy, and satisfying treat made with just 5 simple ingredients. Perfect for busy days or late-night cravings, they’re naturally gluten-free, chewy, sweet, and nutty with no oven required! Whether you need a quick snack or a make-ahead dessert, these cookies hit the spot every time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter and maple syrup (or honey). Stir until smooth and fully blended.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Fold in the rolled oats until evenly coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each mound slightly into cookie shapes.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- To make it vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Add mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or drizzle melted dark chocolate for variation.
- Can substitute almond butter for a different flavor profile.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.