Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
Creamy, dreamy peanut butter no-bake cookies with a rich, nutty flavor. These easy drop cookies are a peanut butter lover's dream and require zero baking.

How do you make peanut butter no bake cookies?
Peanut butter no-bake cookies are made by boiling sugar, butter, and milk, then mixing in peanut butter, oats, and vanilla. They set in about 30 minutes at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Whole milk
- 3/4 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Combine sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 3
Bring to a rolling boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- 5
Add vanilla and oats, stirring until well combined.
- 6
Drop by spoonfuls onto parchment paper and let set for 30 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
- Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest texture.
- For extra crunch, fold in chopped peanuts before dropping.
- These freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
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