Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies
These Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies are the ultimate no-fuss dessert! Made with cocoa, peanut butter, and oats, they set beautifully at room temperature for a chewy, fudgy texture. Perfect for a quick sweet treat without turning on the oven!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Setting Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick oats (or old-fashioned oats for a chewier texture)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Workspace – Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
2️⃣ Boil the Mixture – In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil and let it cook for exactly 1 minute.
3️⃣ Add Peanut Butter and Oats – Remove from heat and quickly stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and oats. Mix until combined.
4️⃣ Scoop the Cookies – Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
5️⃣ Let Them Set – Allow cookies to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until firm.
6️⃣ Enjoy! Once set, they’re ready to eat.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the cookies after setting.
- For a less sweet version, reduce the sugar slightly.
- To prevent dry cookies, don’t overboil the sugar mixture.
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