No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
These no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies are a classic treat that's quick and easy to make. Perfect for satisfying a sweet craving without turning on the oven!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup butter
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups rolled oats quick cooking oats can be used, but might result in a slightly softer cookie
- 0.5 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Let it boil for 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until well combined.
- Add the rolled oats and stir until they are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto waxed paper or parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
- Let the cookies cool and set completely, about 30 minutes, before serving.
Notes
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be refrigerated for longer storage.