Description

These classic no-bake cookies are rich, chocolatey, and incredibly easy to make in just one saucepan. With cocoa, peanut butter, and oats, they create a fudgy, chewy treat that sets perfectly without ever turning on the oven.

Ingredients

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 cups quick-cooking oats

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Line a baking sheet or clean countertop with wax paper or parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
Once boiling, allow it to boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring continuously.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Add the quick-cooking oats and mix until fully coated.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls onto the prepared paper.
Let cookies cool and set at room temperature for 20–30 minutes, or refrigerate to firm up faster.

Notes

Boil the mixture for exactly 1 minute to ensure proper setting.

Old-fashioned oats can be used for a chewier texture.

Add mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for variation.

For dairy-free cookies, substitute vegan butter and plant-based milk.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg