The Best No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Satisfy your sweet tooth in record time with *The Best No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies*! These no-fuss treats deliver a perfect balance of rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oats — all without ever needing to turn on your oven. Ready in just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this easy recipe is perfect for when you’re short on time but crave a decadent snack. The key to their irresistibly chewy texture lies in boiling the cocoa-infused mixture for just 60 seconds before folding in quick-cooking oats. Plus, these cookies set beautifully at room temperature or in the fridge, making them a fantastic make-ahead option for parties, lunchboxes, and anytime indulgence. With pantry staples like unsalted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract, these delightful bites are as convenient as they are delicious. Perfectly chewy, chocolatey, and packed with peanut butter goodness, these no-bake cookies will quickly become a favorite in your dessert rotation.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Quick-cooking oats
Directions
Step 1
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and cocoa powder.
Step 3
Stir constantly until the butter is melted and the ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil and allow it to boil for 60 seconds without stirring. This step is crucial to achieve the right texture for the cookies.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined and smooth.
Step 6
Quickly fold in the quick-cooking oats, ensuring they are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
Step 7
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Work quickly before the mixture begins to set.
Step 8
Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until firm. You can speed up this process by placing the baking sheets in the refrigerator.
Step 9
Once set, transfer the cookies to an airtight container for storage or enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1005.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3776.8 |
| Total Fat 137.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 138.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1163.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 631.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 52.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 425.2g | |
| Protein 75.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 428.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2758.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories