Chocolate No-Bake Cookies
Indulge in these rich, chewy Chocolate No-Bake Cookies! With minimal effort, satisfy your sweet tooth without turning on the oven.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 stick butter (½ cup)
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 3 cups quick oats NOT old fashioned oatmeal
- 1 cup peanut butter smooth
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools on a clean countertop. Having everything ready will streamline the process.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the 2 cups sugar, ½ cup milk, and 1 stick of butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, add in the ½ cup cocoa powder. Stir vigorously until everything is well blended and smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 cup of smooth peanut butter and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract until completely incorporated.
- Next, fold in the 3 cups of quick oats. Make sure all the oats are coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Using a spoon, drop tablespoon-sized amounts of the cookie mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between each cookie, as they will spread slightly.
- Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until they are set. If you're in a hurry, you can pop them in the refrigerator to speed up the setting process.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Mixing spoon
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a firmer texture, keep them in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- These cookies freeze well; layer between parchment and store for up to three months.