Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Delicious and chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies that are quick and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter Use good quality peanut butter for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups rolled oats To make gluten-free, use gluten-free rolled oats.
- a pinch salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional, can be substituted with nuts or dried fruit.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients together.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until well combined. If using chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
Baking
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork for a classic look.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, use good quality peanut butter. Avoid overmixing for softer cookies. Consider chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.