Classic No-Bake Cookies: Easy, Guilt-Free Treats You'll Love
Classic No-Bake Cookies are simple, delicious, and loaded with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder, perfect for an easy dessert!
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 whole milk preferred
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
Preparation
- 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 heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the oats until all the oats are coated with the mixture.
- 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 completely, store them in a large freezer bag or container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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