Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

These peanut butter cookies are made with a healthy dose of oatmeal and whole wheat flour instead of chocolate chips and all-purpose flour.

• Calories: 117 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 3 cups quick cooking oats
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1.5 cups peanut butter
• 1.5 cups shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and peanut butter. Add brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.

Step 4

Combine oats, flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork.