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Ultimate Chewy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

These chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies combine creamy peanut butter with hearty oats for an irresistible texture and rich nutty flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or school events, they deliver golden, perfectly baked treats with a satisfying balance of chewiness and crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper
  2. Cream together peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes with electric mixer)
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract
  4. In separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined
  6. Fold in oats and chopped peanuts if using
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart, and flatten slightly
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft
  9. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Don't overmix dough once flour is added. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours for thicker, chewier cookies. For crunchier cookies, bake 1-2 minutes longer; for extra chewy, slightly underbake and cool completely on baking sheet.