Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
Combine rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and chewy oats in these no-bake cookies. A quick, oven-free treat perfect for satisfying cravings. Ready in 30-40 minutes, these 24 cookies deliver a decadent texture and perfect balance of flavors.
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 185kcal
Ingredients
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter
- 1⅔ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cook oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Bring to a rolling boil: Continue stirring until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil, then boil for 1 full minute.
- Remove from heat: Take the saucepan off the heat immediately to stop the cooking process.
- Stir in peanut butter, vanilla, and salt: Add the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the hot mixture. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
- Add oats and mix: Fold in the quick-cook oats until every oat is well coated, resulting in a thick, sticky dough.
- Form cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper or a lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Set at room temperature: Allow the cookies to firm up for 20-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use quick-cook oats for the best texture.
For a stronger chocolate flavor, increase cocoa powder by 1 tablespoon.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For a stronger chocolate flavor, increase cocoa powder by 1 tablespoon.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.