Classic No-Bake Cookies: The Easy Indulgence You'll Love
These Classic No-Bake Cookies are an easy dessert 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 preferably whole 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, gather all 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 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 heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the oats until all 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, they can be stored in a large freezer bag or freezer-friendly storage container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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