Description
Indulgent no-bake cookies blend rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter into an irresistible sweet treat perfect for quick dessert cravings. Cool kitchen magic turns simple ingredients into delightful morsels you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional/Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a flat surface for cookie placement.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until completely liquefied and smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and milk to the melted butter, whisking continuously to create a uniform mixture.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, and maintain heat for 1-2 minutes until ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract, ensuring a creamy and consistent texture.
- Quickly fold in rolled oats, mixing thoroughly to coat every oat with the chocolate mixture.
- Optional: Incorporate chocolate chips and shredded coconut for additional flavor and texture complexity.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop mixture onto prepared parchment paper, creating uniform circular shapes.
- Allow cookies to cool and set at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until firm and slightly hardened.
- Refrigerate for faster setting, which will help cookies maintain their shape and develop a pleasant, slightly chewy consistency.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality cocoa powder to enhance the rich chocolate flavor and ensure a deep, authentic taste.
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for better texture and a more substantial bite in the cookies.
- Experiment with almond butter or sunflower seed butter as alternative nut-free options for those with peanut allergies.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for a firmer, more defined shape and intensified chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg