Description
These No Bake Cookies offer irresistible flavor with simple prep. Made with cocoa, peanut butter, and oatmeal, they’re perfect for an easy homemade dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 stick salted butter
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups oatmeal
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the sugar, butter, and cocoa. Heat gently on low until it reaches a boil, stirring until the sugar melts and everything blends well.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the peanut butter, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Add the oatmeal to the chocolate mixture and mix until the oats are thoroughly coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet with waxed paper. Allow the cookies to cool completely until they set.
- Transfer the cooled cookies to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts or coconut flakes.
Store the cookies in a cool, dry place to maintain their firmness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg