Classic No-Bake Cookies: Easy Indulgence for Chocolate Lovers
Delicious Classic No-Bake Cookies made with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder. Perfect for chocolate lovers!
Equipment
- large saucepan
- cookie scoop
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup butter sliced into pieces
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk whole milk preferred
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats or old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
Preparation
- Before getting started, 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, stirring often until melted and well combined. Bring to a rolling boil and allow to boil for 60 seconds, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the oats until all oats are coated and well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto 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. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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