Description
These Easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic, fuss-free dessert made with oats, rich cocoa, and creamy peanut butter. No oven needed and ready in just 30 minutes, these chewy cookies are the perfect treat for hot days, holidays, or last-minute cravings. A pantry-friendly recipe that’s kid-approved and freezer-friendly too!
Ingredients
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Butter (salted; real butter recommended)
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Milk (any type: skim, 1%, 2%, or whole)
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Granulated sugar
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Unsweetened cocoa powder
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Pure vanilla extract
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Creamy peanut butter
- Quick oats or old-fashioned oats
Instructions
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Melt & Mix Base: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir constantly.
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Boil: Once boiling rapidly, continue to boil for exactly 1½ minutes, stirring continuously. Remove from heat.
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Add Flavor: Stir in vanilla and peanut butter until completely smooth and melted.
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Combine with Oats: Add oats and mix until fully coated and combined.
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Shape Cookies: Drop heaping spoonfuls onto wax paper or parchment-lined tray.
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Cool: Let set for 25–30 minutes at room temperature until firm.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter for texture or natural peanut butter (stirred well) for a healthier twist.
- Don’t overboil or cookies may become dry—set a timer!
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Great base recipe—feel free to stir in mini marshmallows, coconut flakes, or chopped nuts for variety
