Description
These Pumpkin Spice No Bake Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with the richness of peanut butter and cocoa. Ready in just 40 minutes without the need for an oven, these cookies are perfect for a quick fall-inspired snack or dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), cocoa powder, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add pumpkin and spices: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Mix in oats: Add the rolled oats to the saucepan and stir thoroughly until all the oats are evenly coated with the pumpkin-spiced mixture.
- Form cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, shaping the mixture into individual cookies.
- Chill to set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the cookies for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up. Once set, serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.
- Use maple syrup as a vegan alternative to honey.
- Ensure the pumpkin puree is well drained if it seems very watery to avoid soggy cookies.
- Cookies can be stored refrigerated for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, try using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
