What's better than peanut butter cookies? Peanut butter oatmeal cookies, of course. These cookies are a super fast and easy way to whip up a treat that tastes like you spent a ton of time baking.
Like Banana Bread, peanut butter cookies have always been one of my go-to late-night recipes when I am feeling the need to bake. I almost always have all of the ingredients on hand and they are SO easy to make. I was feeling adventurous this go around and decided to take a spin off my classic peanut butter cookie recipe and incorporate oats for a unique flavor with a nice chewy texture.
I've been in such a tailspin trying to master the art of good lighting while making time for my “real” work during the day. I made these cookies in the very late afternoon and only had enough time to get the dough balls photographed in semi-decent lighting before that perfect ray of light was suddenly behind the trees.
As I'm sure many food bloggers know, this is a challenge. Anyone else who spends any sort of time on food photography knows what I am talking about! How do you make your photos look good when more often than not you are cooking after hours when the sun don't shine? Kitchen lighting straight-up sucks and flash photos are a no-no. I've found myself having to get my ingredients prepped the night before so that I can do some of my cooking mid-day, or, taking another go at photos the day after cooking.
My fiance just built me a homemade light-box which I used last night for the first time on another recipe, and I am VERY excited for the photo potential.
Anyway, back to the food. It's totally possible to make these even more oatmeal-like, by adding another 1/4 – 1/2 cup of oats, but that's entirely based on your personal preference. I only used 3/4 – 1 cup for this recipe. Just personal preference.
I used crunchy peanut butter because, well, I like a crunch… but creamy peanut butter would also be fine with the same measurements. Be sure to use softened butter, as this is the key to the correct dough consistency. If you don't soften, it'll feel crumbly.
If you're looking for other dessert ideas, try my Lemon Lime Bars With Shaved Coconut!
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| Servings | dozen |
- 1 1/4 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 stick unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2-3/4 cup chunky peanut butter depending on taste
- 3/4 - 1 cup oats
Ingredients
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- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and baking soda.
- In large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar and white sugar until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Beat the egg, vanilla extract and chunky peanut butter into the sugar mixture.
- Slowly add the flour mixture to the sugar mixture until it's just mixed.
- Fold in oats, being careful not to powder them.
- Roll 1 1/2 inch balls of dough and place on a baking sheet prepared with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
They look so good! I can not wait to make it with my boyfriend. Thank you for sharing. <3
XOXO – Thee Lovingrose
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Oh this is basically my two favorite cookies combined! Can’t wait to try them!!
My boyfriend bought me a light box for Christmas and its really helped in those dull afternoon moments when the sun starts to disappear. I tend to bake early on a weekend too so that tends to help get the best lighting possible! These cookies look delicious – peanut butter is always a winner.
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These cookies look simply delicious! What could be better than oatmeal and peanut butter combined in a soft, chewy cookie?! So looking forward to baking up a batch, or two of these cookies!
Delicious! Made up a batch this morning, and immediately pinned the recipe to my Recipe Success! board. Thanks!
So glad you liked them! Enjoy!
Hi Barb! Yes, that is correct! Just make sure it is softened so your dough doesn’t get crumbly :) Enjoy!
Can I add chocolate morsels or raisins ?
Hi Mike! Of course you can! I think either one would be a yummy addition :)
How many dozen does this recipe make?
I got about 2 dozen! :) Enjoy!
These look delicious!
Would I need to change anything if I use almond flour?
Nope! The measurements would remain the same :)
Does it matter if the oatmeal is quick oats?
Nope! Quick oats are fine :)
might be a silly question, but would creamy peanut butter work too, you think?
Of course! I just like a crunch but creamy would work just the same :)
Omg! Made a batch of these awesome treats today. Delish! Half of the mix I added white chocolate chips. I will be making these again for sure. Thanks
Hi Monique! I am so happy to hear that! I will definitely need to try them with white chocolate chips – thanks for the tip!
Where exactly can I find the recipe?
Hi Bea! Not sure what you mean! It’s at the bottom of the post, underneath the last photo! Let me know if you still have trouble finding :)
I added an extra 1/4 cup each of peanut butter, oats, and flour. My dough was soft, so I dropped these onto the sheet instead of rolling. Cookies are phenomenal and not overwhelmingly peanut buttery. Thank you for sharing! This one’s a keeper. :)
So glad you enjoyed – will have to try your adjustments when I make my next batch!!
Thank you for sharing, they are delicious!
So glad you enjoyed!!