Classic No-Bake Cookies: Easy Indulgence for Busy Home Chefs
Classic No-Bake Cookies are a quick and delicious dessert, perfect for busy home chefs, made with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder.
Equipment
- large saucepan
- cookie scoop
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
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 the cookies have cooled completely, store them in a large freezer bag or freezer-friendly storage container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw the cookies to room temperature before serving. I prefer to use whole milk in this recipe, but 2%, 1%, skim, or even almond milk will work. You may use old-fashioned rolled oats, but they will be chewier; quick-cooking oats are recommended.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie
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