Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies, a no-bake treat that combines the chewy goodness of oats with the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and luscious caramel. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are quick to prepare and require minimal effort, making them an ideal choice for family gatherings or a simple sweet indulgence at home. Topped with a decadent chocolate drizzle and a sprinkle of sea salt, they offer a satisfying balance of flavors that will please both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (melted)
- Optional: sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with brown sugar and milk until combined. Remove from heat and mix in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add oats to the mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
- Portion onto a parchment-lined tray, flattening each into circles with an indentation for caramel.
- Spoon caramel sauce into each indentation.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave, then drizzle over cookies.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg