Mediterranean Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies are a sweet & delicious treat. They have 210 kcal and 5g protein in one serving. They have quick-cook oats, peanut butter, butter, milk, sugar, & vanilla extract. This recipe contains dairy, so it is not good for a dairy-free diet unless you use dairy-free butter and plant-based milk. These cookies are prepared in 10 minutes, so they are good for a quick dessert, and they don’t require any baking. Serve them with fresh strawberries, banana slices, and a glass of almond milk. It is best to have this dish fresh, though you can store the cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, and freeze them for up to 2 months.
STATS:
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 1
- Cook time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Course: Dessert, Snack
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Serving: 24 cookies
EQUIPMENT:
- Large mixing vessel
- Wooden spatula
- Baking sheet
- Medium saucepan
- Cookie scoop
- Parchment paper
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 cups quick-cook oats
- ¼ tsp. salt
- Half cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
INGREDIENT NOTES:
QUICK-COOK OATS:
- Add the quick-cook oats for a chewy texture. We have to use quick oats, as they absorb the mixture easily and help the cookies set properly.
SALT:
- Include some salt to balance the sweet taste & increase the peanut butter flavor. We have to use the recommended amount to keep the cookies from becoming too salty.
BUTTER:
- Include the unsalted butter to add richness & a smooth texture to the cookie mixture. Use dairy-free butter if you want to make these cookies dairy-free.
SUGAR:
- Add the granulated sugar to provide sweetness & help the cookies set properly. We have to use the correct quantity to get the best texture.
MILK:
- Use regular milk to add a smooth & creamy texture to the mixture. Include almond, oat, or soy milk if you want to make these cookies dairy-free.
PEANUT BUTTER:
- Add the creamy peanut butter to provide a rich nutty taste & help bind the oats together. We have to use smooth peanut butter to get an even consistency. Avoid this ingredient if you have a peanut allergy.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- Include the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor & add a pleasant aroma. We have to use pure vanilla extract to get the best taste.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Line the parchment on the tray to bake the cookies.
- Include the sugar, milk, & butter in a medium saucepan and mix all the items on medium setting till the butter melts and sugar dissolves.
- Now leave the mixture to get a boil & leave it to boil for 1 minute and stir.
- Put the pan on shelf then add the vanilla, salt, & peanut butter in it and mix to make it smooth.
- Then include the quick cook oats and mix to coat them completely with the mix.
- Add the mixture portions on the tray with some space with the scoop then leave them to get cool on neutral temperature or till they get firm.
- Serve them.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BEVERAGES:
- Cold Milk
- Almond Milk
- Hot Coffee
- Iced Coffee
FRESH FRUITS:
- Banana Slices
- Strawberry Slices
- Apple Wedges
SWEET PAIRINGS:
- Dark Chocolate Chips
- Chocolate Drizzle
- Coconut Flakes
DESSERT PAIRINGS:
- Vanilla Yogurt
- Peanut Butter Dip
- Chocolate Pudding
TIPS:
- We have to utilize the quick oats to add the good texture.
- Mix the peanut butter into the hot mixture and stir till it gets smooth.
- Properly cool the cookies, then add them to the box to store.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cookies in a tight box and store for one week.
FREEZER:
- Put the cookies in one layer on a pan and freeze till firm, then add them to the box and freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Why do the no-bake cookies not get set properly?
- The cookies don’t get set properly because the mixture will not get the proper boiling time, so we have to make sure that the mixture gets enough time.
How to make the dairy-free cookies?
- We have to add vegan butter and milk, like almond or oat milk, for this purpose.
Will I add the crunchy peanut butter?
- Yes, we can easily add the crunchy peanut butter, as it works nicely.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 210 kcal
Protein: 5 g
Total Carbs: 25 g
Total Servings: 24
Net Carbs: 22 g
Fiber: 3 g
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Sugar: 19 g
Sodium: 95 mg
Potassium: 125 mg
Calcium: 20 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Vitamin A: 35 mcg
Serving Size: 1
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