5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion with a chewy center and satisfying crunch.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 eggs eggs room temperature
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.67 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and eggs. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips if using, ensuring even distribution.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for smooth blending of ingredients.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep fresh for up to a week.
- Try swapping peanut butter for almond or sunflower seed butter for variation.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if desired.
- Cookies freeze well; cool completely before freezing in an airtight container.