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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips

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The combination of chewy rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate chip nuggets is a perfect balance of flavors and textures for a chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookie.

This recipe is super easy to make, and can be whipped up in a jiffy after dinner. You can use any size scooper, but I used a regular sized ice cream scooper to make these giant cookies.

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Baked oatmeal peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips.

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Do you have foods that bring up a long ago memory that's even more delicious than the food? This cookie is one of them for me.

The day I first had these was a rainy day in Portland, Oregon. My oldest granddaughter was around 6 years old at the time, and we made a pasta dinner with her mom, including making homemade pasta. (A fabulous way to spend a rainy afternoon, IMO.)

My stepdaughter and I made a game out of it to keep little Natalie engaged, attention spans of a 6-year-old being what they are. It was such fun. And then she surprised us with these cookies afterwards, for us all to enjoy together. Both this memory and these cookies were delicious.

🧅 Ingredient Notes

For the all of the ingredients, measurements, and directions, go to the Recipe Card at the bottom of this post.

  • All-purpose flour - I like King Arthur flour for it's consistency.
  • Brown sugar - If you don't have any on hand, it's easy to make your own brown sugar.
  • Peanut butter - A cheaper brand of peanut butter, such as Skippy, is better in this recipe than with the healthier, natural, peanut butters.
  • Rolled oats - Don't use instant oats in this recipe.
  • Chocolate chips - Semi-sweet chocolate and milk chocolate chips both work great in this recipe.

📝 Instructions Overview

Four process shots in making oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip cookies.

🎯 Preparation Tips

  • Don't over-stir the cookie dough, as this can make the cookie dough tougher. I recommend adding the flour, oats, and chocolate chips by hand using a silicone spatula.
  • Chill the dough before scooping little mounds onto a cookie sheet. Otherwise they'll spread too much. Also, be sure to space them 2-inches apart on the cookie sheet to allow some spread.
  • Do not over-bake these cookies if you want them soft and chewy! I pull them from the oven once the outside edges look firm, and then cool on a cooling rack to allow them to set up.
  • If making these cookies in batches, run cool water over the cookie sheet from the first batch to cool it down before add scoops of dough onto it for the second batch.

👩‍🍳 FAQ

Can I use a baking sheet to make these cookies instead of a cookie sheet?

The most important piece of equipment in baking cookies is a cookie sheet. This may seem obvious, but many folks think a baking sheet is the same thing.

Check out this post for the important differences between baking sheets and cookie sheets.

Additionally, I prefer cookie sheets that are insulated. This means hot air circulates between two layers of whatever the cookie sheet is made out of. This promotes an even baking, and makes it almost impossible to bake cookies with burned bottoms.

Baked oatmeal peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips.
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips

These easy peanut butter oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips are ready in minutes. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes and then scoop and bake. They're the perfect combination of salty and sweet that everyone will love.
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Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chill time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Any
Keyword: Peanut butter oatmeal cookies
Servings: 22 cookies
Calories: 152.8kcal
Author: Susan Pridmore

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F  and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl to thoroughly distribute the baking soda and powder through the flour. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the butter and sugar together until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the brown sugar.
    Add the peanut butter to the bowl along with the egg and vanilla extract. Beat on a low speed until they're incorporated into the dough.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the bowl, and mix into the dough using a silicone spatula.
    Fold in the oats and chocolate chips.
  • Transfer the dough to a medium bowl, and chill in the freezer for a quick 15-minute chill.
    Using an cookie scoop, scoop the dough onto the prepared cookie sheet. 2 inches apart. These cookies will spread.
  • Slide the cookie sheet into the oven and bake for 12 - 14 minutes. When the cookies are done, they'll be golden brown with their edges firming up. They will be fall-apart soft, so let them cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before eating them.
    You will need to bake these cookies in batches. Be sure to cool the cookie sheet down before scooping more cookie dough onto it. And put the leftover cookie dough in the freezer between batches.

Notes

Ingredient Notes

  • You will have better baking results with a cheaper brand of peanut butter, such as Skippy, than with the healthier, natural, peanut butters.

Instruction Notes

  • Sometimes I like a thin crispy cookie, for example to go with ice cream. For that, I beat the butter and sugars together for a couple of minutes in a standing mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment. The butter should turn a slightly lighter, and will become fluffy. I add the egg, and continue beating for another minute or two, before folding in the dry ingredients.

 

Nutrition

Serving: 1large cookie | Calories: 152.8kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.9g | Protein: 2.8g | Fat: 8.6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 20.2mg | Sodium: 120.2mg | Potassium: 59.1mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 10.2g | Vitamin A: 150.4IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 20.2mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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About Susan Pridmore

Susan Pridmore is an award-winning cookbook author and the owner of The Wimpy Vegetarian. She has been featured in Huffington Post, Healthline, BuzzFeed, and has written for and developed recipes for The Food Network and Parade Magazine. She is professionally trained and focuses on easy vegetarian recipes for busy lives, bread-baking, and tips for new vegetarians. Susan lives in the mountains in Lake Tahoe with her husband and mini-labradoodle.

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  1. lizthechef

    Sounds fun. Not much of a baker, I will try to add a cookie post soon. Might need a little coaching on the link-age.

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      I'm happy to help you get it all linked up if you make some cookies, Liz! It's very fun.

      • lizthechef

        Hope my cookies are linked - confused as to the actual site to view all the recipes...But that's me, of course...Love this idea!

  2. Robin

    Thanks for the shout out! Good memories for us too! Now I'm hungry...

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Looking forward to cooking with you and Natalie again in February! xo

  3. Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers

    These look wonderful and healthy, I love that!!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks much Jennifer! I hope you have a chance to try them!!

  4. Soni

    Delicious looking cookies Susan!On my to-make list 🙂

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks Soni! They're really addictive!

  5. Deanna @ Teaspoon of Spice

    These are like the 3 best kinds of cookies rolled into one! Look delish!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks so much Deanna! These are 3 of my favorite cookie flavors too!!

  6. knitstamatic

    Oatmeal, chocolate and peanut butter, what could be better?

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Triple threat in the cabinet, I can tell you!

  7. juniakk

    peanut butter and chocolate are my favorite flavors together! these cookies look crispy and yum! sending some #cookielove to u! so glad u are hosting with us!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      It's very fun, juniakk!! Thanks for inviting me aboard!

  8. Raji

    This is a classic combination...love it..these cookies look absolutely wondeful..sending you lots of #cookielove.

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks Raji! I'm loving the #cookielove!

  9. @Mango_Queen

    They look soooo irresistable! Can't stand how delish they look. Glad you joined CookieLove with us!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks Mango Queen! I'm glad I joined too. Thanks!

  10. Richa@HobbyandMore

    love this thin version of the ever fave combination! lovely pictures!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks Richa! It's one of my favorite combos too!

  11. Laura @ The Art of Cooking Real Food

    Great recipe! And thank you so much for sharing your Cook's Notes - they are extremely helpful to some of us (ahem).

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks so much Laura! Thanks for stopping by.

  12. Reem | Simply Reem

    Delicious cookies....
    Peanut Butter and Chocolate are my favorites...
    Yummm

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Me too! Thanks so much for stopping by, Reem!

  13. TasteFood

    This sounds like 3 cookies in 1 - that's what I call one-stop shopping. Yum!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      What a great way to look at it, Lynda! Thanks!

  14. BigFatBaker

    Oh my gosh I didn't know that about beating the butter and sugars vs not. That is why I always have thinner crispy cookies. Thank you for sharing! I love the flavors in this...totally irresistible. Nice to host #cookielove with you!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks BigFatBaker! I'm loving all the #cookielove!

  15. Liz

    Oh, these sound incredible! Oats, pb and chocolate? YUM! Thanks so much for joining our cookie blog hop 🙂

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      My pleasure - but if gain that 10 pounds back, I'm blaming the cookie blog hop and everyone's great cookies 🙂

  16. Suzanne

    the perfect crunchy cookie for dunking in some cold milk!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Totally, Suzanne!! It's PERFECT for dunking. Thanks!!

  17. spicegirlfla

    Three cookies in one and healthy! I like your tips too, great recipe!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks so much spicegirlfla and thanks for stopping by!! I hope you try them!

  18. lapadia

    Fun! Happy Holidays 🙂

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Very, very fun. I was really happy to see your biscotti addition too!! Happy Holidays to you and your family, Linda 🙂

  19. georgiecakes

    Whoa, those are some crispy scrumptious looking cookies!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks so much georgiecakes!!

  20. EA Stewart

    These sound so incredibly yummy, and I love your idea to freeze the dough in balls to bake later. I'd love to try making a gluten-free version which should be easy since there is very little flour. So happy you joined #cookie love !!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      I just saw your comment here, EA Stewart! I thought I replied to it already - my apologies. Yes, a gluten-free version shouldn't be difficult to do at all. As you say - there's very little flour in them to begin with!

  21. The Wimpy Vegetarian

    Thanks EA Stewart! Going gluten-free with these should definitely be easy :-). I have really enjoyed doing #cookie love with you guys!! I've got a ton of really great cookie recipes now!!

  22. Becky

    We love peanut butter, oats and chocolate, so all three in a cookie is pure heaven. Lots of #cookielove, and so nice co-hosting with you.

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      Thanks so much Becky! And backatcha!

  23. sylvia@peaches and donuts

    ooooohhhh, you made peanut butter ones too!!!!! yummyyyy!!!!

    • The Wimpy Vegetarian

      I love peanut butter cookies, it all its forms. But adding in the oatmeal and chocolate - it's a party!! Thanks for stopping by. Happy Holidays!!

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