The Best Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the sweet, nutty perfection of *The Best Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies*! These irresistible treats combine the creamy richness of peanut butter with the wholesome texture of old-fashioned rolled oats, creating a cookie that’s delightfully chewy yet soft in the center. Infused with hints of cinnamon and vanilla, every bite offers a burst of comforting flavor, while optional mix-ins like chopped peanuts or chocolate chips add an extra layer of indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for everything from afternoon snacks to dessert cravings. Whether enjoyed warm with a glass of milk or shared at your next gathering, these peanut butter oatmeal cookies are sure to win hearts and appetites alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the peanut butter to the creamed mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each ingredient is well blended before adding the next.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the rolled oats using a spatula or wooden spoon. If desired, fold in chopped peanuts and/or chocolate chips.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of the spoon or your palm.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still look slightly underbaked but will set as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these delightful peanut butter oatmeal cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 305.9 g | 392% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.6 g | 543% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3647 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.2 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.9 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.8 g | ||
| Protein | 119.6 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 3106 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
