Description
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful fusion of chewy oats and creamy peanut butter, promising a warm and nostalgic treat with every bite. This simple recipe allows you to whip up a batch of these cookies in no time, making them perfect for busy days or unexpected gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together oats, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together peanut butter and sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Allow to cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Chill the dough for thicker cookies.- Substitute half of the sugar with ripe bananas for a healthier option.- Use chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor variation.