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.

EasyPrep: 3 minutesTotal: 10 minutes18 cookies95 cal/serving
3-Ingredient No Bake Cookies

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. 1

    Mix peanut butter and sugar (or honey) in a bowl until smooth.

  2. 2

    Stir in oats until fully combined.

  3. 3

    Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  4. 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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