Description
These quick and easy No-Bake Cookies combine rich cocoa, creamy peanut butter, and wholesome oats into delicious, fudgy treats that set without any baking. Perfect for a simple dessert or snack in just 15 minutes, these cookies are ready to enjoy after chilling for a short time.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredient
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Combine: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder to the pan.
- Boil Mixture: Stir the mixture constantly and bring it to a rolling boil. Allow it to boil for exactly 1 minute while continuously stirring to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Incorporate Oats: Add the quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and mix thoroughly until all oats are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Form Cookies and Cool: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of wax paper or a silicone baking mat, spacing them evenly. Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats for proper texture; old-fashioned oats may alter consistency.
- For firmer cookies, refrigerate after cooling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Swap peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor.
- Ensure to boil the mixture for 1 full minute for the cookies to set properly.
