Classic No-Bake Cookies: Easy Indulgence for Every Sweet Tooth
Classic No-Bake Cookies are simple to make, filled with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa, perfect for dessert lovers.
Equipment
- large saucepan
- cookie scoop
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup butter sliced into pieces
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Before getting started, gather all of your 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 the heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the oats and mix until all of the 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 cooled, they can be frozen for up to 3 months. Whole, 2%, 1%, skim, or almond milk can be used. Old-fashioned rolled oats can be used but may be chewier.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 80IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.6mg
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