Looking for a quick, delightful treat? Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are the answer. With only a handful of ingredients, the cookies come together in no time and are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without turning on the oven.
When making Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies, feel free to substitute regular peanut butter for flavored varieties if you like a twist. Also, if you’re watching sugar intake, Splenda is a great alternative, but if you’re not, regular sugar can easily take its place. Ensure your oats are gluten-free if needed, and always check for allergies, especially with nut butters.
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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 bananas, mashed
- 2/3 cup skim milk
- 1 1/2 cups Splenda sugar substitute
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup chunky peanut butter
- 3 cups oatmeal
Instructions
- Mash 2 bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the mashed bananas, 2/3 cup skim milk, 1 1/2 cups Splenda sugar substitute, and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring constantly for about 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, followed by 2/3 cup chunky peanut butter. Stir until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in 3 cups of oatmeal until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
- Before the mixture hardens, use a dinner spoon to drop heaping tablespoons onto wax paper, leaving space between each dollop.
- Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature until set, then enjoy your tasty creations.
Part of our Homemade Cookie Recipes collection — Part 6 of 7:
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