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No-Bake Avalanche Cookies with Peanut Butter

Chewy, chocolatey no-bake cookies loaded with peanut butter, oats, and optional nuts for a quick and indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

No-Bake Cookies
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips
  • 0.25 cup chopped peanuts optional
  • pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter and honey. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  3. Add rolled oats and mix until fully coated with the peanut butter mixture.
  4. Stir in chocolate chips and chopped peanuts, if using.
  5. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop cookie-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Press down slightly to flatten cookies.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

Customize with extra chocolate, nuts, or maple syrup. Perfect for snacks or lunchboxes.