Classic No-Bake Cookies: The Easy Indulgence You'll Love
These Classic No-Bake Cookies are easy to make with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder, perfect for a quick dessert.
Equipment
- large saucepan
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
- cookie scoop
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter sliced into pieces
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
- Before getting started, make sure to gather all of your ingredients and measure everything out. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine the butter, sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder in a large saucepan and heat over medium heat, making sure to stir often until the butter is melted and everything is well combined. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and allow to boil for 60 seconds, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from the heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the oats and mix until all of the oats are coated with the mixture and everything is well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Allow to cool for 20 to 30 minutes, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Cookies may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Once cooled, they can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving. Whole milk is preferred, but other types of milk will work. Quick-cooking oats are recommended for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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