Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies are a quick and delicious treat combining creamy peanut butter, sweet honey or maple syrup, crunchy pretzels, and optional oats for added texture. Perfect for a hassle-free snack, they require no oven and come together in minutes, making them an ideal sweet and salty bite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 cups mini pretzels (broken into smaller pieces)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional for extra texture)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
- A pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
Instructions
- Combine Peanut Butter and Sweetener: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of peanut butter and 1/2 cup of honey or maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined to create a sticky base for the cookies.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor profile of the mixture, blending well to ensure even distribution.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the 2 cups of broken mini pretzels and 1/2 cup of rolled oats (if using) into the peanut butter mixture. Mix until the pretzels and oats are fully coated and evenly dispersed throughout.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small portions of the mixture and form them into cookie shapes or clusters. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Set and Chill: Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape before serving.
- Serve: Once set, enjoy these sweet and salty no-bake cookies as a quick snack or dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a different flavor.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- The rolled oats add texture but can be omitted if you prefer a smoother cookie.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- Adjust the size of the cookies according to your preference, just remember to keep the chilling time consistent.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
