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Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Deborah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Deliciously rich and chewy Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies made with a simple blend of cocoa, peanut butter, and oats. These quick and easy treats require no oven baking, making them perfect for a fuss-free dessert or snack that’s ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Combine and Boil: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, butter, and cocoa powder. Place over medium heat and stir occasionally as the mixture heats until it comes to a rolling boil.
  2. Boil for One Minute: Allow the mixture to boil for exactly 1 minute while continuing to stir to ensure it does not burn. Then remove the saucepan from the heat.
  3. Mix in Remaining Ingredients: Immediately stir in the quick-cooking oats, creamy peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto baking sheets lined with wax paper, spacing them apart to allow for setting.
  5. Cool and Harden: Let the cookies cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until they are firm and fully set before serving.

Notes

  • Use quick-cooking oats for best texture and easier mixing.
  • If you prefer dairy-free, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
  • For crunchier cookies, lightly toast oats before mixing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • You can add chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.