3 Ingredient Oat Cookies for Quick Healthy Snacks
These 3 Ingredient Oat Cookies are quick, no-bake, and naturally gluten-free. Made with just peanut butter, maple syrup, and oats, they’re the perfect healthy snack or dessert alternative that requires zero fuss and only a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cupcreamy peanut butter
- ½ cupmaple syrup (or honey)
- 1½ cupsrolled oats
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat peanut butter and maple syrup over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until smooth (about 2–3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in rolled oats until fully coated.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet using a spoon or cookie scoop.
- Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon, if desired.
- Let sit at room temperature or refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until firm.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
Substitute almond or sunflower butter for peanut butter if desired.
Chill longer for a firmer cookie texture.
Add chocolate chips or spices for variety.
Nutrition
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 4g