No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies - A Quick and Delicious Treat! 🥜🍪
Ingredients:
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (may need a bit more)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 tbsp peanut butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
Instructions:
- Prepare Oat Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, vanilla extract, and peanut butter. Set this mixture aside.
- Prepare Sweet Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine the milk, brown sugar, and butter.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring often.
- Boil Syrup:
- Let the mixture hard boil for 1 minute, ensuring it reaches a rapid, rolling boil.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Pour the hot syrup over the oat mixture, stirring rapidly to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Shape and Set:
- Using a heaping tablespoon, spoon the mixture onto wax paper or plastic wrap.
- Let Set:
- Allow the cookies to set and cool. This can take some time, so be patient and let the magic happen.
Pro Tips:
- Adjust the amount of rolled oats as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- For an extra layer of flavor, try using crunchy peanut butter.