easter no bake cookies
These delightful Easter no-bake cookies are a quick and easy treat to make for your holiday celebrations. With a combination of oats, peanut butter, and colorful Easter candies, they are not only delicious but also a fun project to get kids involved in.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 saucepan
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter Feel free to substitute with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free options.
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- ½ cup Easter-themed candies Such as M&M's or chocolate eggs.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and milk chocolate chips until the chocolate is melted and fully incorporated.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and the chocolate-peanut butter mixture, and mix well until all oats are coated.
- Fold in the Easter-themed candies gently to incorporate them into the cookie mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the baking sheet, forming cookie shapes.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set.
- Once set, serve the cookies immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free options.
You can also customize the candies based on your preference, using any seasonal treats you like.
These cookies are great for kids' parties, family gatherings, or as a festive treat during the Easter holiday!