Description
Deliciously quick and easy No Bake Cookies made with rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and wholesome oats. These classic American treats require no oven and come together on the stovetop, making them perfect for a fuss-free dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Add-ins
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a full rolling boil.
- Boil and Remove: Let the mixture boil for exactly 1 minute, then promptly remove the saucepan from the heat to prevent burning.
- Add Flavorings: Quickly stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if desired, mixing until the texture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Oats: Add the quick-cooking oats to the chocolate mixture and stir thoroughly until all oats are fully coated with the chocolate-peanut butter blend.
- Drop Cookies: Using a spoon, drop portions of the mixture onto wax paper or a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Set Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes until firm to the touch and ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For firmer cookies, reduce the amount of milk or increase the oats slightly.
- Enhance texture by stirring in shredded coconut or chopped nuts.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
