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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

Delicious, chewy cookies made with peanut butter, cocoa, and oats that require no baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups quick oats

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, mix together the granulated sugar and cocoa powder.
  3. Pour in the milk and add the butter to the saucepan.
  4. Stir the mixture over medium heat until it starts to boil.
  5. Allow it to boil for 1 minute.
  6. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  7. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, and stir until smooth.
  8. Fold in the quick oats until evenly coated.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
  10. Let them cool at room temperature until set, about 15 minutes.

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.