peanut butter oatmeal cookies
These delicious peanut butter oatmeal cookies are chewy, nutty, and filled with wholesome oats. Perfect for a snack or dessert, they are quick and easy to make!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter smooth or crunchy
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and brown sugar. Mix until well blended.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Use a spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added texture, try mixing in chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding or reducing the sugar according to your preference.