No Bake Avalanche Cookies with Peanut Butter Recipe
No Bake Avalanche Cookies with Peanut Butter are a sweet and crunchy treat that is quick to make. This No Bake Avalanche Cookies with Peanut Butter recipe is perfect for busy days when you want dessert fast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter smooth or crunchy
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Line a baking tray or plate with parchment paper to place cookies after mixing.
Combine Butter, Sugar, and Milk
- In a saucepan, add butter, sugar and milk. Heat over medium until fully melted.
Add Peanut Butter
- Stir in peanut butter. Mix until smooth and fully combined with the melted butter mixture.
Add Vanilla Extract
- Add vanilla extract to the pan. Stir quickly so it blends with the peanut butter mixture.
Mix Oats and Nuts
- Add oats, nuts, and a pinch of salt. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Add Chocolate Chips
- Fold in chocolate chips gently so they don’t melt completely in the mixture.
Scoop Cookies
- Use a spoon to scoop small portions of the mixture. Place on the lined tray with space between.
Shape Cookies
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon to make even shapes.
Chill Cookies
- Place tray in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set properly before serving.
Serve and Enjoy
- Once firm, serve the No Bake Avalanche Cookies with Peanut Butter immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Use smooth peanut butter for creamy cookies.
- Crunchy peanut butter adds extra texture.
- Chill cookies for longer for firmer texture.
- Add extra chocolate chips for more sweetness.
- Stir oats well to prevent clumps.