Description
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers seeking a delightful blend of flavors and textures. These cookies feature chewy oats combined with creamy peanut butter, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both satisfying and comforting. Perfectly baked to achieve a golden edge while remaining soft in the center, they evoke memories of cozy afternoons spent in the kitchen. Each bite offers a rich nutty aroma and a satisfying chewiness that makes them hard to resist. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or served at gatherings, these cookies are sure to please everyone. Plus, with the option to add chocolate chips or dried fruit, you can customize them to suit your taste. Indulge in this quick and easy recipe that brings joy and nostalgia into every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix rolled oats, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges turn golden brown. Allow cooling 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: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg