Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that combines the nutty richness of peanut butter with the salty crunch of pretzels, all held together with sweet honey and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack!
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
Cookie Base:
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add Flavors: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Add crushed pretzels and oats, stirring until fully combined.
- Incorporate Chocolate: Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Shape and Chill: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture into small mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon if desired. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Store and Enjoy: Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- You can use chunky peanut butter for added texture.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
