3-Ingredient No Bake Cookies
The simplest no-bake cookies you can make with just three ingredients from your pantry. Perfect for beginners and ready in under 10 minutes of active time.

How do you make 3-ingredient no bake cookies?
3-ingredient no-bake cookies need only peanut butter, sugar, and oats. Mix peanut butter with sugar, stir in oats, roll into balls, and refrigerate until firm.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar or honey
- 1 1/2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
- 1
Mix peanut butter and sugar (or honey) in a bowl until smooth.
- 2
Stir in oats until fully combined.
- 3
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 4
Refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm.
Tips & Substitutions
- Use natural peanut butter for a healthier version.
- Roll in chocolate chips, coconut, or sprinkles for fun variations.
- Swap honey for maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
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