No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies (3 Ingredients!)

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies are a quick delight, taking less than 15 minutes to prepare with just three simple ingredients! They offer a delectable treat that’s both gluten-free and vegan.

There are times when you crave a scrumptious, indulgent dessert, yet you don’t want to invest too much time or effort. Perhaps you’ve unexpectedly remembered that you need to bring a dessert to a party that’s starting in just an hour. (Oops!)

In any case, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are the ideal solution! They’re no-bake, requiring only three ingredients, and can be whipped up in approximately 15 minutes.

Lately, I’ve developed a strong penchant for peanut butter, the kind where I find myself indulging straight from the jar with a spoon. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, but it wouldn’t quite cut it to post a “Peanut Butter on a Spoon” recipe on this blog and expect it to garner much attention.

Furthermore, I’m constantly on the lookout for any excuse to incorporate more chocolate into my diet, and that’s how these Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies came into existence. They’re crafted from uncomplicated ingredients and straightforward steps, yet they deliver the same satisfaction as any fancy cookie you might encounter. The best part? You don’t even need to fire up your oven to make them

Just start by melting a portion of chocolate, then blend in your preferred peanut butter before gently incorporating rolled oats. The marriage of chocolate and peanut butter imparts a soft, sweet, and luxurious taste to the cookies, while the oats contribute a pleasant chewiness and hearty texture.

I prefer savoring these cookies alongside a glass of non-dairy milk, but however you choose to serve them, you’re in for a delightful experience . I believe they would also make for an enjoyable activity to whip up with children!

I prefer savoring these cookies alongside a glass of non-dairy milk, but however you choose to serve them, you’re in for a delightful experience . I believe they would also make for an enjoyable activity to whip up with children!

Here are some last-minute considerations:

  • If your peanut butter is already salted, skip adding additional salt, or just use a tiny pinch.
  • I personally enjoy using crunchy peanut butter for that added texture, but smooth peanut butter is a fine alternative. You can also substitute peanut butter with any other nut or seed butter you prefer.
  • For those aiming to keep these cookies free of refined sugar, both Hu Kitchen and Pacari offer vegan chocolate options sweetened with coconut sugar.

No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies

In just under 15 minutes, you can whip up these delectable No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies using only three ingredients! They offer a luscious and satisfying gluten-free and vegan indulgence.

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 Minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 cookies 1x
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cup Rolled Oats
  • ½ cup Unsalted Peanut Butter (Smooth or Crunchy)
  • 8 oz non-dairy chocolate or chocolat chips.
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract (Optional)
  • ¼ tsp Salt*

Instructions

  1. Prepare all your ingredients in advance and have them at the ready, as you’ll need to work swiftly once the chocolate is melted.
  2. Begin by melting your chocolate in a large glass bowl using either the microwave or a double-boiler method. If you opt for the microwave, heat the chocolate for 1 minute, stir, and then continue microwaving at 20-second intervals, stirring with a spatula in between each interval. When the chocolate is 80% melted, cease microwaving and stir vigorously until all remaining pieces have dissolved.
  3. Next, introduce the peanut butter, salt, and optionally, vanilla extract, to the melted chocolate, and stir briskly. The chocolate will promptly begin to thicken, so be efficient! Once everything is thoroughly combined, add the rolled oats and continue mixing until they are evenly distributed.
  4. Utilize a large cookie scoop or your hands to shape the mixture into 10 uniform cookies, with each one containing approximately 1/4 cup of “batter.” Allow them to cool completely to permit the chocolate to solidify, then serve as desired. For any leftovers, cover and store at room temperature for up to 6 days.

Notes

  • If your peanut butter is already salted, there’s no need to add extra salt, or you can simply use a small pinch.
  • Personally, I enjoy the added texture of using crunchy peanut butter, but smooth peanut butter works just as well. You can also substitute peanut butter with your choice of any other nut or seed butter.
  • I advise against using quick or steel-cut oats for this recipe, as they may not hold up as effectively.
  • For those who wish to maintain a refined sugar-free approach, both Hu Kitchen and Pacari offer vegan chocolate options sweetened with coconut sugar.