These No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies combine creamy peanut butter, rich cocoa, maple syrup, and oats in an easy treat that doesn't require turning on the oven. If you love the classic chocolate-and-peanut-butter combination, these cookies deliver plenty of fudgy flavor with just 10 minutes of prep.
If you're looking for an easy peanut butter no bake cookies recipe, this one uses just a few simple pantry ingredients. It also requires very little cleanup. Peanut butter and cocoa create a rich chocolate flavor. Quick-cooking oats give the cookies their satisfying texture. Simply mix, shape, and chill the cookies until firm.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
Yields 15 cookies
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Ingredients needed to make No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
½ c. sugar-free peanut butter
6 T. unsalted butter, room temperature
⅓ c. real maple syrup
1 t. real vanilla extract
2 T. dark unsweetened cocoa powder
⅛ t. salt
1½ c. quick cook oats
🍫 A Less-Sugar Take on Classic No-Bake Cookies
This recipe uses sugar-free peanut butter and unsweetened cocoa powder. Maple syrup provides the sweetness instead of granulated sugar. The result is a simple option for anyone looking for less-sugar no bake cookies. Keep in mind that maple syrup still contains sugar, so these cookies are not sugar-free.
Instructions for making No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking sheet. Set aside.
- Add peanut butter, butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and place in microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Remove from microwave and stir vigorously until smooth.
- Add dark cocoa powder and salt to the peanut butter mixture and stir to combine.
- Add oats, one-half cup at a time, and stir until oats are completely coated.
- Add rounded tablespoons of peanut butter oatmeal mixture to prepared baking sheet. Place in freeze for a minimum of 30 minutes to set.
- Remove from freezer and serve immediately. Store remaining cookies in the refrigerator until ready to serve or the cookies will lose their shape. Enjoy!
Variations
When it comes to variations for No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, the possibilities are endless! You can try adding all sorts of toppings such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even chocolate chips to give the cookies a unique flavor. If you're feeling creative, add a variety of flavors and make some peanut butter and jelly variations! Whatever way you decide to make them, these delightful bites are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth cravings.
Storage
If you love No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, storing them is the key to keeping them around a while. The storage time for these goodies varies depending on the storage conditions - specifically, how much air can reach the cookies. Stored in an airtight container or sealed bag, they can last up to two weeks in the pantry and even longer in the refrigerator. I
Top tip
For the best No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, use good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder and creamy peanut butter. Stir the peanut butter mixture until completely smooth before adding the oats. Once shaped, chill the cookies for at least 30 minutes so they become firm and hold their shape.
FAQ
Can I make peanut butter no bake cookies without granulated sugar?
Yes. This recipe uses maple syrup for sweetness instead of granulated sugar. Maple syrup still contains naturally occurring sugars, so the finished cookies are not sugar-free.
How long do no bake peanut butter cookies need to chill?
Chill the cookies for at least 30 minutes. They should be firm enough to hold their shape before serving.
Do no bake chocolate peanut butter cookies need to be refrigerated?
Yes. Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Keeping them chilled helps them stay firm and maintain their shape.
Can I use natural peanut butter for no bake cookies?
Yes. Natural peanut butter works well in this recipe. Stir it thoroughly before measuring so the natural oils are evenly incorporated.
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- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 15 1x
Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are one of my favorite snacks. Chocolate and peanut butter, what more could you want in a cookie? Not only are they delicious, but you don't even need to turn on the oven!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
½ c. sugar-free peanut butter
6 T. unsalted butter, room temperature
⅓ c. real maple syrup
1 t. real vanilla extract
2 T. dark unsweetened cocoa powder
⅛ t. salt
1½ c. quick cook oats
Instructions
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking sheet. Set aside.
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Add peanut butter, butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and place in microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Remove from microwave and stir vigorously until smooth.
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Add dark cocoa powder and salt to the peanut butter mixture and stir to combine.
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Add oats, one-half cup at a time, and stir until oats are completely coated.
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Add rounded tablespoons of peanut butter oatmeal mixture to prepared baking sheet. Place in freeze for a minimum of 30 minutes to set.
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Remove from freezer and serve immediately. Store remaining cookies in the refrigerator until ready to serve or the cookies will lose their shape. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 mins
