3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: super easy recipe for healthy no bake cookies without milk—the best gluten free vegan peanut butter cookies! Dairy-Free, Protein-Rich, Healthy, No Bake.
Have you ever tried making no bake cookies without milk? When I informed Erik that tons of folks search for no bake cookies without milk, his response was, “Who’s looking for no bake cookies WITH milk?!”
I mean, his indignation levels were out-of-this-world. Lol. I then promptly informed him that a ton of classic recipes for no bake cookies are made with milk. Facepalm! 😉 J/K!
Meanwhile, if you were searching for “no bake cookies without milk” and happened upon my healthy no bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies: welcome! There is not a trace of milk… or stovetop, baking, or cooking involved here. Woohoo!!
3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies – Healthy Vegan No Bake Cookies without Milk!
I first shared this recipe for 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies back in 2017, and it’s sat atop my most popular recipes ever since. Crazy, right? Who’d thunk such an easy, simple and healthy no bake cookies recipe would turn into such a legend?
Okay, I added that legend part, but, still! 😉 Hehe. Back then, I’d never even tried making healthy no bake cookies, let alone a no bake vegan cookies or even a no bake gluten free cookies recipe. But sometimes, things just fall into place… like after 10 million trials or so.
So today, I’m going to cover your common questions about these vegan peanut butter oatmeal cookies, requests about where to find more healthy no bake cookies recipes, and alas, take you through how to make healthy vegan no bake cookies without milk. Yeah!!
No Bake Cookies Without Milk in just 3 Ingredients!
How does one make no bake cookies without milk? Easy: with just the 3 ingredients below!
How to Make 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
These 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal cookies are so easy to make! Follow the easy steps below:
- Step 1: Whisk together peanut butter and maple syrup in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Heat until warm, fragrant, and a bit dried out.
- Step 3: Add gluten free oats and stir until well-mixed.
- Step 4: Scoop and drop balls of peanut butter oatmeal cookie dough onto a prepared baking sheet.
- Step 5: Chill cookies until firm & enjoy!
Q&A for Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
- How do I store these 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal cookies?
- Store your no bake cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 month in the fridge or at room temperature.
- Can I freeze these 3 ingredient no bake peanut butter cookies?
- Yes! Store your no bake vegan cookies in a freezer-friendly container for up to 2 months. Just make sure to thaw cookies before enjoying.
- Are there stovetop directions for these healthy no bake cookies?
- Yes! Check out the Notes section of the recipe for directions.
- Why are these no bake cookies made without milk?
- Because I can! Lol. J/K! I wanted to reduce the amount of ingredients in these no bake cookies to as little as possible. Milk is just not needed in this recipe.
- Can I reduce the amount of maple syrup in these no bake cookies?
- Yes, you can reduce the maple syrup a bit. Just make sure to balance that out by reducing the gluten free oats as well—play around with it!
- Can I use quick oats in these no bake vegan cookies?
- I wouldn’t recommend it. Some readers have tried using quick oats with varied success. Stick to old-fashion oats for the best results.
- Can I add vegan chocolate chips to these 3 ingredient no bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies?
- Yes! These 3 ingredient no bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies would be soooo good with chocolate chips! Just keep in mind that the chips will probably melt when you fold them in—so the no bake cookies won’t be as pretty, but they’ll be yummy! (If you’re looking for more chocolate chip cookie recipes, you have to try these chocolate chip cashew butter cookies. Trust me, they’re ah-mazing!)
Best Oatmeal Desserts: Vegan Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies & More
The best oatmeal desserts in life are free! Doo dee doo! Or something… 😉 Here are the best vegan peanut butter oatmeal cookies, best vegan peanut butter cookies and more!
- Oil-Free Peanut Butter Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
- No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Oatmeal Bars (V, GF)
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
- Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies (GF, Dairy-Free)
Tools for No Bake Gluten Free Cookies (Vegan)
Click on the links below to see the tools & ingredients I used to make these 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal cookies aka no bake cookies without milk!
- Glass Mixing Bowls: A wonderful set of mixing bowls that you can heat in the microwave. Bonus: they’re nesting and come in a variety of sizes.
- Medium Cookie Scoop: An absolute must when making no bake gluten free cookies. Makes it super easy to scoop up the cookie batter!
- Unbleached Parchment Paper: I use this parchment paper all the time to line my baking sheets. Keeps these 3 ingredient no bake peanut butter cookies from sticking. 😉
- Baking Sheet: Strong, sturdy, and super dependable. I’ve been using these baking sheets for years and absolutely love them.
- Sugar-Free Maple Syrup: If you’re looking to make your 3 ingredient peanut butter oatmeal cookies low carb and low sugar, then this is a great sugar-free sweetener to try–let me know how it turns out!
So how’d you like making these vegan no bake cookies without milk? 😉 I bet it was milk-tastic! But not. Haha. Forgive my cheesy, non-dairy-based humor. I seriously cannot help it. Just—thank you for stopping by & joining in on the kitchen adventures with me. I can’t wait to hear what you think! ‘Til the next adventure…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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Healthy No Bake Cookies & More: Gluten Free, Vegan
I know, you’re totally hankerin’ for more healthy no bake cookies! Turns out, I have plenty of no bake gluten free cookies, no bake vegan cookies… and wait for it: tons of no bake cookies without milk! 😉
- No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies
- Healthy Coconut Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
- Vegan Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookie Bars
- 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites Recipe
- 5 Ingredient No Bake Snickerdoodle Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
- No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies – Healthy Vegan No Bake Cookies without Milk!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16-22 cookies (mine made 19.5 cookies) 1x
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3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: super easy recipe for healthy no bake cookies without milk—the best gluten free vegan peanut butter cookies! Dairy-Free, Protein-Rich, Healthy, No Bake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural, unsalted creamy peanut butter or homemade peanut butter
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, add peanut butter and maple syrup. Whisk together until well mixed.
- Heat in 20-second increments in the microwave until warm and fragrant, and the mixture begins to dry out (about 4-7 rounds). Whisk in between heating increments. *Stovetop instructions in Notes.
- Add oats to the peanut butter mixture. Stir and fold until thoroughly combined.
- Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop and drop balls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart. Using a fork, flatten cookies to desired thickness.
- Chill in the freezer for 15-25 mins, until firm. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Adapted from my 3 Ingredient No Bake Gluten Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars.
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Notes
- *Stovetop Instructions: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, add peanut butter and maple syrup. Whisk until well incorporated. Stir occasionally, heating until this mixture begins to bubble. Remove from heat and carefully pour over the dry mixture.
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Organic Peanut Butter | Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Pure Maple Syrup
- Storage Instructions: Store in an airtight container, such as these reusable zip bags, in the refrigerator or at room temperature for up to 1 month. After the first day, you can store them at room temperature—they’ll be more firm.
- Freezing Instructions: store no bake cookies in freezer-friendly container or bag for 1-2 months. These reusable storage bags are freezer-friendly. Allow to thaw at room temperature for 5-15 minutes before enjoying.
- Recommended Tools: Medium Cookie Scoop | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Baking Sheet
- Nutrition Information: is an estimate based on the best-selling, most common brands per ingredient. Also, it’s estimated based on 22 servings per recipe.
- Category: Dessert, Snacks
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no bake peanut butter cookies, no bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies, easy peanut butter cookies
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hey, thanks for sharing such a nice and healthy recipe, I will definitely try to cook this by following your tips, thanks a lot!!
You’re so welcome! 🙂 Enjoy!
Gave your recipe to my teen daughter to make this evening… She baked them! And I don’t see a dirty pot, so I’m thinking she didn’t heat the wet ingredients! And added dark chocolate chips… Delicious. They are a little sweet, so I think adding cinnamon or salt in top would be a nice touch. Thank you for the recipe–we teach sailing and this is a very boat friendly recipe!!
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Woohoo! So happy that you and your daughter enjoyed them! 😊 And good to know that they’re boat friendly! ⛵️
Healthy and nutritious recipe, I want to try it now
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Oh yes! 😊 Happy no-baking Melissa!
I am interested in trying this recipe. do these cookies freeze/ store well? what do you think? thanks! Mary
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Hi Devin! Yep, they freeze wonderfully. Just let them thaw for a few minutes before eating. 🙂
Easy to make, modify and (obviously) eat. Great cookie!
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Haha that’s so great to hear Mark!
My daughter just requested we bake cookies and it’s 90 here so baking wasn’t going to happen! These were so quick and scrumptious! Next time I might try omitting a small amount of oats and adding mini chocolate chips in their place 🙂 Thanks so much!
Haha oh I feel you—no one wants to turn on the oven in that heat! 😂 So glad you two enjoyed the recipe!
I made half the recipe. Additionally, instead of using 1 cup of oats, I used 3/4 cup of oats plus 1/4 cup of toasted coconut. It was fantastic!
I have always wanted to try a recipe making energy balls. Well, this recipe is a flattened version of no-bake energy balls.
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Ooh… I absolutely love peanut butter, coconut and oats together! Sounds so yummy, Connie! So true that these are basically flattened no bake energy balls. Enjoy!
I made these using one cup oats and one cup toasted coconut.
They are good!
Thank you for easy yummy recipes.
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Oh I’m so glad to hear it Leeanne! 😊 You are so very welcome!
This is a wonderful recipe. Simple and DELICOUS!!!! My daughter and I added cinnamon to the tops made it extra special for us.
Thank you!
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Ooh that sounds so yummy Kiesha! 😊 I’m so happy you and your daughter enjoyed the recipe!
Made these for my GF mom and she loved them!
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Woohoo! I’m so happy she enjoyed them!
I love this recipe because my kiddos can make them by themselves and they don’t even realize they’re healthy!
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LOL sounds like the perfect situation! 😂😊
These would disappear in our house! These are mouth watering!
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Oh yes, they disappear in my house too! 😄
I know what the next cookie to fill my cookie jar will be! These look wonderful!
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LOL sounds like the perfect plan!
I just made these with my two children! So easy and delicious! I just started to make GF and sugar free treats because of health concerns. These definitely hit the spot!
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Aw you made this with your little ones? How fun! 😊 So glad to hear you enjoyed them!
3 ingredients and no bake? I’m in
That’s what I like to hear! 😂
Summer is the perfect season for no bake desserts! This is the best flavor!
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Exactly! Who wants to turn on the oven now anyway? 😂
I’ve been craving peanut butter, these cookies need to happen asap!
LOL oh yeah they do! 😄
Just made them and they turned out wonderful! I added some chocolate chips and really like then that way. They were amazing even without the chocolate though. Definately a keeper!
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Awesome! So glad to hear it Kassie!
I loved these! So easy to make and so delish!
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Yay! So glad to hear it Toni!
I had no idea that would be something people would search for, but now that I see these cookies, I want to try them, too! They look delicious!
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Yep! 😊 Thanks Sues!
I am in peanut butter heaven right now! These aren’t going to last one night in my house.
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Haha I like the sound of that! And that’s about as long as they last in my house too! 😂
These cookies look super yum. Thanks for the detailed instruction, it’s super helpful.
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You’re so welcome Meghna!
This is an old post, but had to comment. I was craving something sweet late at night, and don’t keep sweets in the house, but have all 3 of these ingredients, and recently went vegan. Only added a few tablespoons of Vermont maple syrup, and that was plenty for me. I may have eaten several cookies worth straight from the bowl… They took me less than 5 min to make, and the oats filled my tummy and everything else satisfied my sweet craving. Will be following your blog from now on =)
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Woohoo! I know, I’m always “sampling” these cookies while I’m making them. 😂 So glad you enjoyed them Ceci, and so happy to have you!
I wanted something sweet NOW so I had to use the ingredients I had on hand. I halved the recipe and used half vanilla almond butter and half peter pan whipped creamy peanut butter. I used Cary’s sugar free pancake syrup instead of maple syrup. I let that mixture cool a bit so I could add Lilly’s stevia-sweetened chocolate chips. Also, I had no room in my freezer and no parchment or wax paper so I used foil and put them in the fridge (what all was left anyway, lol). They are freaking AWESOME!!! I WILL be making these again.
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Yay! So happy that you enjoyed them Reynada! 😄 I know, sometimes you need a sweet fix and you gotta make do with what you’ve got.
I made these with tahini instead of peanut butter. They’re fantastic! I also added some cardamom because it makes everything tastier. Thanks for this great recipe!
Ooh love the addition of cardamom! 😋 so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
These look so delicious! I bet my family would love for me to make these sometime.
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Absolutely! Hope your entire family enjoys!
Demeter, thank you very much! Wonderful combination of ingredients. It look so yummy!
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Thank you, Olga! Happy no-baking! 🙂
I am so happy to find this site. I have been buying grrr nola from a dog bakery for myself. It is basically a no bake cookie but instead of syrup uses honey and adds chopped unsalted peanuts, cranberries, and dark chocolate carob. I am hoping to figure out how to add the extras to your recipe, unless you do it first, and I can stop paying $9.00/ for 12 cookies.
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Haha well I’m definitely happy to help you cut that cost from your budget Jamie! 😉 I do have a recipe for no bake fruit and nut cookies on the blog you might enjoy: https://beamingbaker.com/no-bake-gluten-free-peanut-butter-fruit-nut-cookies-gf-vegan-dairy-free-one-bowl/
I’ve been making these every week now! I’ve been adding a tablespoon of coconut oil to the peanut butter mixture and its really tasty! It’s such a quick recipe and is just so delicious! Thank you so much 🙂
I’m so happy to hear you’re enjoying them Miriam! I’m all about the quick and tasty recipes here. 🙂
Hi, seems delicious. Can you use honey instead of maple syrup?
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Hi Estrella! Yep, you certainly can. 🙂
These are great! My nine year old daughter and I made them together and now she’s making a second batch all on her own. Everyone loved them!
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Yay! ☺️ I’m so happy to hear both of you enjoyed them Rose! Sounds like you’ve got quite the daughter. . Thanks for stopping by!
Just made these with almond butter and wow, they are so delicious! Since I love cherries and almonds together, I added some dried cherries. Looking forward to making them again with the kiddos.
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Just made these with almond butter and wow, they are so delicious! Since I love cherries and almonds together, I added some dried cherries. Looking forward to making them again with the kiddos.
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Woohoo!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed them, Carolyn. 🙂 Oh gosh, I’ve totally got to try them with cherries and almonds!
I didn’t read all the way and microwaved the mixture WITH the oats ..♀️… but you know what… still turned out okay! Lol ..
Lol it happens to the best of us. I’m glad it still turned out okay. Enjoy! 🙂
Gorgeous! I have just gone vegan and have been craving a quick cookie fix and this was ideal so thank you so much for posting. I had to deviate slightly from the recipe and use coconut peanut butter but they are still so divine. Thanks so much xx
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You’re so welcome Tara! ☺️ Ooh, coconut peanut butter sounds so good! So glad you enjoyed the cookies!
Thanks for sharing! Are they very crumbly?
Yum! These look great! Do they keep long?
I just made these with almond butter and they are delicious. A perfect healthy option to beat a sweet craving! Thanks so much, this one is a keeper!
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They’re SO good with almond butter! It’s my pleasure. 🙂 Happy no-baking to ya, Mallory! .
These cookies are a staple at my house-soooo delicious. I also make them with molasses instead of maple syrup.
I’m so happy to hear that, Deb! 🙂 Oh, I bet these are AMAZING with molasses!
I only had enough oats to do half a batch. They turned out so good. I did mine on the stove. It was very fast. It only took a few minutes. I will make these again and share with my friends. Thank you for the recipe.
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I’m so glad the stovetop method was still quick and easy for you, Angela. 🙂 Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to let me know how they turned out for you. ☺️
I couldnt find the recipe maybe i wasnt looking in the right spot but i scrolled through this whole thing and coulnt find it please help
Hi Kelly! The recipe is at the bottom of the post, well before the comments, and outlined in a thin gray border. Hope this helps! 🙂
Oh my goodness!!
I made these with some modifications .
My 87 year old mom lives with us. Be for moving in with us she pretty much ate the SAD. She really enjoyed her sweets.
I added some vegan chocolate chips and used baby flaked oats (mom only has uppers 🙂 )
That taste better than the unhealthy version I use to make .
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It’s so wonderful to hear that you and your mom enjoyed my recipe! 🙂 Your modifications sound absolutely mouthwatering. Three cheers for them tasting better than the unhealthy versions you used to make. I really appreciate you letting me know how they turned out! .
I made the cookies for my family and they loved them! I will make them for my brother’s birthday!
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That’s so wonderful to hear, Riannyn! 🙂 Please wish your brother a big, ol’ “Happy Birthday!!” for me. Enjoy! xo
Once again, your food looks incredible!
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Thank you! Happy No-Baking! 😉
Just tried this for the first time today…OMG amazingly easy and so delicious! Thank you for the recipe!!
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Yay!! It’s my #1 goal to share the easiest, tastiest recipes ever! 😉 Johnna, I’m so happy that you enjoyed these & grateful you took the time to let me know. 🙂
Hiya, this looks fabulous can’t wait to try it out! I have a question though. Can you use Nutella to substitute peanut butter in this recipe? Would it still work as well as the peanut butter did with the maple syrup? Thanks in advance .
Hi Claudia, I’m not sure. I recommend making a small, 1/4 batch, just to see if it’ll work! Good luck! Let me know how it turns out. 🙂
Just made these with my son. They are easy and delicious! We used Jif Natural peanut butter with the same measurements and they turned out great. Thank you for this recipe!
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Baking is totally one of the best activities to do with family. 🙂 So happy that you two enjoyed these, Lisa. Happy No-Baking! Can’t wait to see what you try next.
I love adding peanut butter to my oatmeal in the mornings, so this sounds right up my alley! Wanted to bake something to go with hot cocoa tonight, and this is even better as it is no-bake. Can’t wait to try these!
Peanut butter is totally the best treat to kick off a busy morning! 🙂 Can’t wait to hear what you think, Nichole!
Hi Demeter, holy cow! I LOVE this idea. I have never thought of combining oatmeal in my PB cookies. Also, what a great way to sweeten PB cookies. As a Dietitian, I absolutely love your recipes. We need more bakers like you. Thank you for creating and sharing!
Hi Ariel! So happy to hear that you love this idea! 🙂 PB + oatmeal is absolutely one of my fave combos. Thanks for stopping by!
Did you use quick oats or old fashioned?
Hi Denise! I used old-fashioned. Enjoy!
I happened across your blog. You are not on my favorites! This cookie recipe will be my very first vegan recipe I am going to try! I can’t wait! Peanut Butter is a daily staple for me lol.
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I meant to say NOW one of my favorites!!!!
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Hi Robin! What a difference one letter makes! Lol. 😉 Thank you for being so sweet. I’m so happy to have the honor of creating the first vegan recipe you’ll try! Can’t wait to hear what you think. If PB is a daily staple for you, you’ve come to the right place! 🙂 Let me know if you ever need recipe recommendations.
Hi….could you use pancake syrup in place of the maple syrup….
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Hmm… I’m not sure, Patricia. I’ve never tried it before. If you do, let me know how they turn out! 🙂 Good luck!
Hi they look amazing however I would not say they are healthy are they I mean 6g sugar in one! Considering that 25g of sugar is the most an adult should have to stay healthy daily none is better. Just 4 is pushing it. Any way to substitute the sugar .Would icing sugar be less . Maybe nutritionist could say.
Can I use applesauce instead of the maple syrup?
Hi Rhonda, I’m not sure that would work. Applesauce can be a tad watery and unpredictable. Since this recipe is no bake, it might not be as suitable a replacement. If you try it, let me know how it turns out! 🙂
Thank You!! I just made these with regular oats, honey and almond butter. 10-15 minutes from reading the recipe until eaten. I will do variations. We are having snow and cold and it’s stay inside weather! We have various allergies in the family and this recipe could easily become a staple!
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Hi Diana! Thank YOU for taking the time to let me know how these turned out! 🙂 Quick recipes seriously are the best, right? Hoping these cookies get you and your family through the cold. Can’t wait to hear about your variations. 🙂
Can I use white sugar instead of maple syrup?
Hmm… I’m not sure if the white sugar will dissolve properly. You’ll have to let me know how it works out if you try! 🙂
What could I use in place of the maple syrup? I do NOT like any taste of it at all!
Hi Dixie, you can try using brown rice syrup or agave. I’m not 100% sure how those will turn out, but they’re usually good substitutes. Good luck! 🙂
Hi there
How many calories per cookie?
Thanks
Hi Stacey! I just calculated the nutrition info for this recipe. You’ll find it below the recipe notes. Enjoy!
Wow! I was looking for something easy, quick, healthy and tasty…. ran across this receipe and decided to try it… just made them and they are delicious! The kids love them too! Thank you!
Yay!! It’s so awesome to hear that you AND the kiddos loved these, Janelle! Nothing better than making homemade treats the whole family can enjoy. Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Happy no baking! 😉
Hi,
OK, I’m going to spoil the party but because I’m tracking my food I’m gonna ask. Calories per cookie?
Hi Victoria, lol on your comment. I have this recipe on my list to calculate. I’m doing this slowly, but surely across the site. Thanks for your patience! 🙂
Just calculated! See in the Recipe Notes for Nutrition Info. 😉
Made these for a vegan party and they were such a HIT! I would recommend less oats because the amount called for had my cookies falling apart a bit but they were soooo DELISH.
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So glad you enjoyed them! 🙂 That vegan party sounds like so much fun!
any suggestions on how to make these without a microwave ? Would stovetop work ?
Hi Gretchen, you can find the stovetop instructions in the recipe Notes. Enjoy!
Yeah baby! I work from home but it’s quiet today so I just made a 1/2 batch of these for the first time… they are yummy! Hurrah, will try the choc chip ones next 🙂
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Woohoo!! One of the perks of working from home (I’ve totally been there). 😉 Can’t wait to hear what you think of the choc chip ones!
Hello! Thank you for this recipe =) I loved it!
I used regular pb and it worked out fine =)
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Hi Jenny, woohoo!! I’m so glad to hear it. And finally, I know that regular PB works just fine! Haha. Thanks for reporting back. 🙂
Can I use regular pb on these in case that I can’t find any natural pb in the grocery? Thank you.
Hi Maria, funny you should ask, I’ve recently received this question. Here’s what I said: I think it could work–but perhaps with a bit more maple syrup? I’m not completely sure since regular peanut butter is much thicker than liquidy natural. Maybe try making a smaller batch to see how they turn out, and adjust as need be. Hope this helps! Let me know how they turn out. 🙂
I added a heaping teaspoon of coconut oil to regular peanut and the recipe turned out great.Will definitely make these again.
Wonderful! So happy you enjoyed the cookies Judy!
Easy quick and yummie. Love that. Next time I will toast the oats in a frying pan. Thinking it will give even more flavour. Will definitely make again.
Hi Jan, it’s so wonderful to hear that you enjoyed these cookies! 🙂 It’s a great idea to toast the oats–I haven’t done that in ages and now I’m wondering why. Haha. Can’t wait to hear how you like them with toasted oats. Enjoy!
Made these since we ran out of granola bars! I used crunchy PB (added about 2T – 4T extra per your instructions from other comments) and had some mini chocolate chips (about 1/4 C). They were really yummy! I did keep them in the fridge since they sort of fell apart when soft. Maybe I needed even more PB? My sister came over and loved them! She asked me to make some to bring on our family vacation this year! Thanks for the recipe!
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Hi Brianna! So glad you enjoyed them. 🙂 Did you swap 1/4 cup of oats out for the chocolate chips, or did you just add those in on top of the oats? That might be the reason why they fell apart–too much dry. Let me know so we can figure it out together. 🙂 Isn’t it the best when your family loves the recipe too? Thank you for reporting back. Happy no baking! 🙂
Ah. No, I didn’t reduce the oats by 1/4 cup! Will try that next time. Thanks!
Okay, that’ll do it! Too much dry and the cookies will fall apart. Also, melting chocolate would mess up the wet ingredients too. Enjoy! 🙂
I hate to be “that girl” haha, but do you think this would fly with regular kraft peanut butter?
Lol. No worries! Hmm… I think it could work–but perhaps with a bit more maple syrup? I’m not completely sure since regular peanut butter is much thicker than liquidy natural. Maybe try making a smaller batch to see how they turn out, and adjust as need be. Good luck, Elisha! 🙂
Do these cookies freeze well? They look wonderful.
Hi Marie! A few readers have told me that they do actually freeze well. I think you’d just have to thaw them before enjoying–unless you like your cookies very firm. 🙂 Enjoy!
I just made the no bake peanut butter oats cookie and I love them. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Hi Angel Love, I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on this recipe. Can’t wait to see what you try next! 🙂
I see a lot of positive feedback here. What nut butter would you recommend substituting for those of us with peanut allergies? I love cashew, but that would be expensive. Almond has a different flavor all together. Maybe a combination of a few?
Hi Desirae! As for a more affordable nut butter option, you might try sunbutter. Okay, it’s actually a seed butter (hehe). It’s a bit more expensive than peanut butter, but cheaper than almond butter. Side note, I think these actually taste great with almond butter, so you can give that a try as well. Can’t wait to hear what you think! 🙂
How long did you microwave the peanut butter/ syrup for? I did it forever but never got bubbles.
Thanks 🙂
Hi Casie! I did 2-4 heatings in the microwave. 🙂 You should see the PB maple syrup mixture aerate a bit–not with large bubbles, but lots of tiny ones. Does that make sense? Hehe. Basically, it should get drier and fluff up a bit. As long as you were able to make the cookies, chill them, then enjoy a tasty, chewy texture, you did it right! 🙂
I made these with 1/2 creamy, 1/2 crunchy PB, because that is what I had. They were very good but next time I will add a little maple extract because I couldn’t taste the maple syrup and I like maple and PB together.
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What kind of moderation are you waiting for? It says “awaiting moderation” near my post.
All comments go through moderation before they go on the blog. 🙂 I get quite a few comments, and like to respond to them in order. Thanks for commenting! 🙂
Such a tasty idea to use 1/2 crunchy, 1/2 creamy! Maple and PB really do go well together. Thanks for reporting back! 🙂
YES!!Very good and easy. Will be making again and again! Thank you for a simple recipe that really works!
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Woohooo!!! The best snacks are the ones that can be made quickly, in my opinion! Haha. Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I truly appreciate it, Tina. 🙂
Would this recipe work with natural chunk style peanut butter?
Hi Barb, it might work, but you’d have to add in more peanut butter to increase the liquid a bit. Maybe add an extra 2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup of chunky peanut butter, and see how you like the texture. You might have to experiment to get your preferred consistency. Can’t wait to hear how it turns out! 🙂
Can maple syrup be substituted with honey? 🙂
Hi Francesca, yes, it can! 🙂
I love treats which include peanut butter, Demeter! I can start the day with this treat!
Peanut butter’s the best! Awesome! Enjoy. 🙂
I LOVE no-bake cookies, especially when they contain peanut butter 😉 I can’t wait to see more no-bake cookies from you – these look absolutely delicious, Demeter! xo
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Aw yeah!! Anything with peanut butter is a winner! 🙂 I can’t wait to share them! Thanks so much, Marsha! xo
NO WAY. This CAN’T be your first no bake cookie! I am almost inclined to search your blog for no bake cookies, because you are the no bake queen!! And HOW can you NOT have another no bake cookie on dis blog?! Perplexing! BUT I’m SOOOOO glad you are bringing cookies the no bake love now!! AND they are peanut butter oatmeal cookies!!! YAAAAAAAHHHHSS! It’s like you made these just for me!! You know I’m going to no bake these bad boys up and go to town like nobodies buisness! ALL DA NO BAKE COOKIES FOR MEEE! Nom Nom Nom Nom! Pinned. Obviously! Love ya bestie! XOXOXO
P.S. You already KNOW I’ve eaten all the raw cookie dough straight from the bowl before.. and with my fingers no less. 😉
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Yes way!!! 😉 I know, it took me THIS long?? Who knows why or how. Haha. I’m gonna make some soon, I promise! Lol. How’d you know that I made these just for you?? Bestie connection? 🙂 Love ya more! P.S. with your fingers: totally makes it taste better. .
Math-free parades are my favorite kind of parades and easy cookies are my favorite kinda cookies, so I will happily join you for both! Before we discuss how ridiculously easy these little cookie cuties are can we gawk at the delicious chewy oat-abundant texture for a moment because that might be drawing me in even more than the simplicity here. Somehow seeing all those oats poking through makes these feel more breakfast acceptable, don’t you think.? It’s true, there are so many ways to do the no-bake cookie thing (most of mine are basically just larabars shaped into cookies ha.) but I think the granola bar inspired method was a wonderful choice! And I’m sure there will be plenty more no-bake-ortunities (??) around here to try out ALL the ways.
Haha. How’d I guess?? 😉 Oh yeah for the chewy oat-abundant texture. <--- Btw, can that be a thing now? Because that sounds AMAZING. These are totally breakfast acceptable! Looking forward to shocking and awe-ing you in the best way possible with future no-bake-ortunities. (Okay, that was hard to type haha). xoxo
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Hi I’m Vanessa (duh) and I think that recipe is a good idea. Keep it up!
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Hi Vanessa! Fantastic! I hope you get to try this one and just love it. 🙂
oh my goodness these look amazing!
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Demeter – I heard trumpets for real!!! Congrats – you rocked the socks off your first no-bake cookie recipe, girl! These look so “meaty” in the best way possible!
Btw, have you tried Cadbury chocolate bars? well, one of my favorite flavors is the fruit and nut Cadbury bar – and if you are wondering why the heck is Shashi telling me this – well, I am telling you this cos I guess I would love to see a fruit and nut no bake cookie on here – maybe?
I hope your week is off to a wonderful start, my friend! xoxo
Aw, thanks Shashi! You’re always the sweetest! 😉 Meaty? Lol!! Thank you, I think! 😉 Oh gosh, I used to have those bars when I was a kid. I was actually thinking of making a v+gf version for the blog! Also, I was totally thinking about making a fruit and nut version of this! Must be the friend connection. Wishing you an awesome week ahead, Shashi! xoxoxo
What is not to love about this. Super quick cookies and there is peanut butter. Winner all around!
Right? 🙂 Thanks Patrick!
This is your first no-bake cookie? Woohoo! Aren’t they the best? I’m loving your super simple version, Demeter! I’ve never had a cookie with just three ingredients before, so this is blowing my mind. Peanut butter and oatmeal were made to be together. What a delicious cookie for Monday! Pinning these beauties! Wishing you happy Monday thoughts!
Yep!!! The first of many to come! 🙂 Especially with the heat coming our way this summer. Glad to be blowing your mind, G! Hope you get to try and just love these. Thank you for pinning! Happy Monday, my friend. xo
Do these cookies need 1/2 cup of maple syrup? Have you made them with with less maple syrup or none? Thank you!
Hi Mary, I haven’t made them with less maple syrup, but I know that a few readers have. Maybe you can leave out a few tablespoons and play around with the amount of dry ingredients? Once you get the texture that you like, you’re all set! Good luck. 🙂
Thanks! I’m going to make them without maple syrup. I’ll adjust the oats and see what happens. .
I didn’t heat up the first two ingredients. I didn’t finish reading. I just mixed all together and froze them. Does that make a difference?