Description
Delightfully rich and easy-to-make Chocolate No Bake Cookies that combine the perfect blend of cocoa, peanut butter, and oats. These cookies require no oven time, making them a quick and convenient treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups oats
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
Sugars and Cocoa
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Mix: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats, peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Stir them together well and set this mixture aside while you prepare the cocoa mixture.
- Cook Cocoa Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together the butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and milk. Cook this mixture until it reaches a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low and continue boiling gently for 3 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning and ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat. Quickly add the oat, peanut butter, and vanilla mixture into the hot cocoa mixture. Stir thoroughly until all components are well combined, forming a thick cookie batter.
- Shape Cookies: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper. Space cookies evenly to allow them to set without sticking.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies cool at room temperature until they harden and set completely, which generally takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Once set, they are ready to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- These cookies do not require baking, perfect for a quick treat.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
- Ensure you boil the cocoa mixture at a gentle rolling boil to achieve the correct consistency for the cookies to set properly.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Adding chopped nuts or dried fruits can enhance texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
