Description
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies are a no-bake delight combining creamy peanut butter, rich caramel, and melty chocolate chips with the hearty texture of old-fashioned oats. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat that sets up in the fridge for a chewy, sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Sea salt (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a saucepan over low to medium heat, gently melt the unsalted butter, taking care not to burn it.
- Create the Sugar Mixture: Add the brown sugar and milk to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes creamy and uniform.
- Mix in Oats: Fold the old-fashioned oats into the peanut butter mixture until all oats are evenly coated.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop the mixture onto a lined tray, gently flattening each portion into a cookie shape.
- Add Caramel Center: Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with caramel sauce.
- Top with Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips separately and drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cookies.
- Set the Cookies: Refrigerate the cookies for 30 minutes or until fully set and firm to the touch.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, consider adding chopped nuts to the oat mixture.
- Use a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking when setting the cookies.
- Sea salt can be sprinkled on top to enhance the sweet and salty flavor balance.
- If you prefer, substitute milk with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe lactose-free.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
