Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick and easy treat that require no oven time. Made with crunchy peanut butter, pure maple syrup, and oat flour, they are naturally sweetened and gluten-free when using gluten-free oat flour. The cookies are rolled out and chilled to set, offering a deliciously chewy texture with a hint of saltiness. Perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, these cookies can be stored in the fridge or freezer.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 250 g crunchy peanut butter
- 200 ml pure maple syrup
- 300 g oat flour (use gluten-free oat flour if needed)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: To a large mixing bowl, add the crunchy peanut butter and pure maple syrup. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended. Add the sea salt if using, then gradually add the oat flour in 2 to 3 increments, mixing each addition with a spatula or spoon until a dough forms.
- Knead and Roll Dough: Using clean hands, knead the mixture in the bowl to ensure everything is evenly incorporated into a cohesive dough ball. Place the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to flatten it evenly to approximately ½ inch (1.25 cm) thick. Use a 2-inch (5 cm) cookie cutter to cut out cookies, or a larger cutter if you prefer fewer but bigger cookies.
- Shape and Chill: Transfer the cut cookies onto another baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Optionally, press down on each cookie gently with a fork to create a waffle pattern surface. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the cookies for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
- Storage: Once set, store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator where they will keep fresh for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in an airtight container and defrost them overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oat flour if you need the cookies to be gluten-free.
- Sea salt enhances the flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- These cookies do not require baking, making them great for hot weather or quick prep.
- If the dough is too sticky, chill it briefly before rolling out to make handling easier.
- Store refrigerated or frozen to maintain freshness and texture.
