Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Chocolate No Bake Cookies that combine rich cocoa, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oatmeal for a quick treat. These cookies require no baking and set perfectly in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal dessert for busy days or when you want a sweet fix fast.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Mix-ins
- 3 cups oatmeal (quick cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium-large pot, combine the butter, white sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Place over medium-high heat and stir regularly until the mixture begins to boil.
- Boil Mixture: Once boiling, continue cooking the mixture for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning. This is the soft ball stage, approximately 235-240˚F. Then remove the pot from heat.
- Add Flavors and Mix-ins: Immediately stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Next, fold in the quick cooking oatmeal thoroughly so that it is evenly coated and distributed throughout the mixture.
- Shape and Set Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto parchment paper, spacing them apart. Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes, until firm enough to handle.
Notes
- Quick cooking oatmeal is preferred for a softer texture, but old-fashioned oats can be used for a chewier cookie.
- Make sure to stir the boiling sugar mixture constantly to avoid burning.
- If peanut allergies are a concern, substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies do not require baking, making them a perfect no-fuss recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate No Bake Cookies, no-bake dessert, quick cookies, peanut butter cookies, oatmeal cookies, easy chocolate treats
