Description
These Comforting Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are a quick and easy treat that comes together in just 15 minutes of active prep and 45 minutes total waiting time. Combining rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oats, these cookies offer a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth texture without the need for baking. Perfect for when you want a sweet snack without heating up the oven.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups quick oats
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, unsalted butter, and milk over medium heat.
- Bring to Boil: Stir frequently as the mixture heats and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- Cook Mixture: Once boiling, let it cook without stirring for 1 minute to ensure proper thickening.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix in Oats: Add the quick oats to the mixture and stir until all ingredients are well combined and coated.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper, shaping them into individual cookies.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cookies to cool and set for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Use quick oats for best texture; old-fashioned oats will make the cookies chewier.
- Make sure to let the mixture cook for the full 1 minute after boiling to ensure the cookies set properly.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with vegan alternatives.
- If mixture becomes too thick while dropping cookies, warm it slightly to make shaping easier.
