No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

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:

  1. Prepare Oat Mixture:
    • In a large bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, vanilla extract, and peanut butter. Set this mixture aside.
  2. 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.
  3. Boil Syrup:
    • Let the mixture hard boil for 1 minute, ensuring it reaches a rapid, rolling boil.
  4. Combine Mixtures:
    • Pour the hot syrup over the oat mixture, stirring rapidly to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
  5. Shape and Set:
    • Using a heaping tablespoon, spoon the mixture onto wax paper or plastic wrap.
  6. 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.

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