Description
Delicious and easy no-bake cookies made with butter, sugar, cocoa, peanut butter, and oats. Ready in just 20 minutes, these chocolate peanut butter treats require no oven and are perfect for quick homemade desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) butter, sliced into pieces
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk (whole, almond, or other dairy-free option)
- 1/4 cup (20 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (125 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups (300 grams) quick-cooking oats
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir continuously over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is homogeneous.
- Boil the mixture: Bring the saucepan mixture to a rolling boil. Maintain the boil for exactly 60 seconds; this is crucial to ensure the cookies set properly.
- Add peanut butter and vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat immediately and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Mix in oats: Add quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and stir thoroughly to coat all oats evenly with the chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
- Form cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheets. Slightly flatten each cookie with the back of the spoon for faster cooling and even shape.
- Cool and set: Let the cookies cool at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes until firm and set. Enjoy your no-bake chocolate peanut butter cookies!
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats for the best texture; old-fashioned oats can be used but result in a chewier cookie.
- Milk choice (whole, almond, or other dairy-free) can be substituted based on dietary preferences.
- Ensure to time the boiling step precisely for successful cookie setting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
