If you’re on the lookout for a healthy cookie recipe that is as easy to make as it is delicious, these Peanut Butter with Oatmeal Cookies are a must try! They use few and simple ingredients and have no refined sugar, flour or eggs.

If you know me at all or have ever read any of my dessert recipes blog or social media posts, you’d likely already know that I almost always make it a point to firmly state that I ain’t no baker. And, well, that’s because I’m not. And yes, that’s despite being the former owner of a cheesecake business where I’ve personally baked and sold thousands of different cheesecakes to several different people AND restaurants. So, while it may be an ironic thing to say, I still quite firmly believe that I’d have to learn a few more tips and tricks to reeeeally consider myself a baker and/or a dessert/pastry chef. I’m way more of a cook, as I always say and have never been much of a dessert person, to boot.

But, I mean, all that changes when you run a food blog. Am I right?! Suddenly, you’re finding yourself needing a different array of recipes for the blog – from breakfast, to lunch, dinner and of course, dessert which seems to be everyone else in the world’s favourite category. And when you have a snack loving boyfriend like I do, who’s most common questions include “what do we have for snacks?!” or most recently, “where are the cookies?!” you feel obligated to deliver. Needless to say, a few of these healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies were shoved down his piehole shortly thereafter. And now, neither of us are complaining.

So, if you’re a peanut butter lover, are in the market for a guilt free cookie recipe that also delivers on flavour or if you, too, have been blessed with having a snack loving boyfriend *insert eye roll here* then these oatmeal peanut butter cookies are about to become your new best friend! Not only do they deliver on flavour but they’re so easy and quick to make, you can whip them up faster than your S/O can ask for their next snack fix!

WHAT YOU’RE GONNA NEED TO MAKE THESE PEANUT BUTTER WITH OATMEAL COOKIES

Simple and healthy is the name of the game when it comes to the ingredients you’ll need to whip up a batch of these peanut butter with oatmeal cookies. Let’s discuss them in a little bit more detail down below:

• Rolled Oats: Provide a hearty texture and a nutty flavour to the cookies. Oats are a good source of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to this peanut butter cookie recipe. You can use quick oats instead, if you prefer. However, keep in mind that quick oats are smaller and finer than rolled oats which may slightly affect the overall texture of the cookie.
• Peanut Butter: Provides the peanut flavour in the cookies and also adds healthy fats and protein. Look for varieties with no added sugars or oils for the healthiest option. You can use smooth or crunchy peanut butter for this recipe.
• Honey: Adds sweetness to the cookies. It also provides moisture and helps bind the ingredients together. You can use maple syrup instead, if you prefer.
• Applesauce: Adds moisture to the cookies while also acting as a binder. It helps keep the cookies soft and chewy without the need for added fats like butter or oil. Additionally, applesauce can provide natural sweetness, reducing the need for additional sweeteners. Unsweetened apple sauce works best in this recipe.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavour of the cookies, providing a warm and aromatic undertone. It complements the other ingredients well and adds depth to the overall taste.
• Salt: A small amount of salt helps balance the sweetness in the cookies and enhances their flavour. It also helps to bring out the other flavours in the ingredients.

HOW TO MAKE PEANUT BUTTER WITH OATMEAL COOKIES (KEY TIPS)

You can find full instructions for how to make this healthy recipe for peanut butter oatmeal cookies in the recipe card down below, but here are a few quick tips to keep in mind:

• Use fresh ingredients. Make sure your ingredients, especially the peanut butter and rolled oats, are fresh and not expired. Fresh ingredients will contribute to better flavour and texture in your cookies.
• Measure accurately. Use measuring cups and spoons to accurately measure out the ingredients, especially the oats and peanut butter. Precise measurements help ensure the right consistency and texture of the dough.
• Ensure all the ingredients are well combined to distribute the flavours evenly throughout the dough. Pay attention to mixing the wet and dry ingredients together until no dry spots remain. No need to use a hand mixer! A simple spoon, spatula or even your clean hands will get the job done just fine! EXTRA TIP: Depending on the type of peanut butter and other ingredients used, you may need to adjust the consistency of the dough. If the dough seems too dry, you can add a little more peanut butter or applesauce. If it’s too wet, you can add a bit more oats. EXTRA EXTRA TIP: Feel free to experiment with optional add-ins. Things like dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts or dried fruit make great options. Dark chocolate chips add richness and a hint of bitterness, while nuts add crunch and additional protein and healthy fats. Dried fruit can add natural sweetness and chewiness to the cookies.
• Try your best to make all of the cookies the same size. This will ensure even baking in the same amount of time. EXTRA TIP: Use a fork to flatten the tops of the cookies before baking as they don’t spread much in the oven.
• Keep an eye on the cookies while they’re in the oven, as they can quickly go from perfectly baked to overdone. Bake just until the edges are lightly golden brown for soft and chewy cookies.
• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set properly and prevents them from crumbling when you move them.
• RECIPE NOTE: This recipe for peanut butter cookies with oatmeal is small batch in that it only makes about 7 cookies. If you want more cookies, either double the recipe or make the cookies smaller (1 tbsp of dough instead of 2).

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PEANUT BUTTER WITH OATMEAL COOKIES

Yield: ~7 Cookies

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

If you're on the lookout for a healthy cookie recipe that is as easy to make as it is delicious, these Peanut Butter with Oatmeal Cookies are a must try! They use few and simple ingredients and have no refined sugar, flour or eggs.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled Oats
• 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter (unsweetened)
• 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened Apple Sauce
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, vanilla extract and salt. Stir until well combined.



Scoop out 2 tablespoon-sized portions* of dough, roll into a ball and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie slightly with a fork or the back of a spoon.




Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This recipe for peanut butter cookies with oatmeal is small batch in that it only makes about 7 cookies. If you want more cookies, either double the recipe or make the cookies smaller (1 tbsp of dough instead of 2).

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 7 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 208Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 153mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 3gSugar: 14gProtein: 6g

Nutrition is only an estimate and calculated using Nutritionix.

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