Classic No-Bake Cookies: The Easy Indulgence You'll Love
Classic No-Bake Cookies are a simple dessert made with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder.
Equipment
- large saucepan
- cookie scoop
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Butter and Others
- 0.5 cup butter sliced into pieces
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup milk preferably whole milk
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 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 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 coated with the mixture.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto 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. For freezing, store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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