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No bake cookie recipe for quick and delicious treats

No Bake Cookies

A quick and easy dessert that combines creamy peanut butter, honey, and chocolate without the need for baking. Perfect for hot days or busy lifestyles!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 14 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter Feel free to use almond or sunflower butter for a nut-free alternative.
  • ¼ cup pure honey Maple syrup or agave can be used for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup salted or unsalted butter Opt for coconut oil to make a dairy-free version.
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt Adjust the amount based on your taste preference.
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder For a vanilla version, simply omit this.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Can be replaced with almond extract for a twist.
  • 1 ⅓ cups quick cooking oats Rolled oats can work but may yield a different texture.
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips Substitute with dark chocolate chips or raisins if preferred.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ¼ cup finely chopped dates or dried cranberries Enhances sweetness and delivers a chewy texture.
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts Introduces crunchiness to the cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, butter, and salt. Heat, stirring continuously, for about 5-6 minutes until melted and well combined.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and cocoa powder until well mixed.
  4. Add the oats, mini chocolate chips, and any optional mix-ins.
  5. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop about 2-tablespoon portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming roughly 14 to 18 mounds. Flatten and shape each mound to create a round cookie about ½ inch thick.
Cooling
  1. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator or freezer until the cookies harden, at least 15 minutes or longer.
  2. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

These cookies are versatile and can be modified easily to cater to various tastes and dietary preferences. Experiment with different add-ins for unique flavors!