No-Bake Cookies
Quick and easy chocolatey treats that require no baking, combining oats, peanut butter, and a fudgy cocoa sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1 cup sugar Can substitute with light brown sugar for deeper flavor.
- 1/2 cup butter Use solid vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
- 1/2 cup milk Any milk works; whole gives richer result.
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder Use unsweetened natural cocoa for classic flavor.
For the Cookies
- 3 cups quick oats Do not replace with steel-cut oats.
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Creamy peanut butter blends best. Can substitute with almond or sunflower butter.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, but enhances flavor.
To Serve
- 1 sheet wax paper or parchment For setting the cookies.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. Measure and prep oats, peanut butter, and vanilla.
Cooking
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium, stirring until dissolved.
- Bring to a steady boil and let it cook for 1 minute without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until melted and smooth.
- Add the oats and mix until evenly coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto prepared wax paper and let set until firm.
Notes
Cookies keep well in the fridge for grab-and-go snacking. Can be customized with optional ingredients like shredded coconut or nuts.