Whip up these easy and delicious No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cookies for a quick treat that's both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) crunchy peanut butter
- ⅘ cup (200ml) pure maple syrup
- 2 ½ cups (300g) oat flour (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tsp sea salt (optional but enhances flavor)
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and maple syrup until well combined.
- If desired, stir in the sea salt.
- Gradually mix in the oat flour in 2-3 parts, stirring after each addition until a dough forms.
- Use your hands to knead the dough until it comes together into a smooth ball.
- Place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and roll it out to about ½ inch (1.25 cm) thick.
- With a 2-inch (5-cm) cookie cutter, cut out the cookies. You can use a larger cutter if you prefer larger cookies.
- Transfer the cookies to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, press down on each cookie with a fork to create a pattern.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up before serving.
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cookies are a breeze to make and are perfect for a healthy snack or a quick dessert fix. Enjoy the natural sweetness and hearty texture of these delightful treats any time!
