Microwave No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Craving a quick and easy treat? These Microwave No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect solution! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like creamy peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and quick-cooking oats, this recipe comes together in under 10 minutes with no oven required. The microwave brings the rich chocolatey mixture to a quick boil, ensuring the perfect smooth texture, while the no-bake method keeps things simple and mess-free. With a delightful combination of chewy oats and indulgent chocolate, these cookies are ideal for busy weeknights, last-minute dessert cravings, or a fun activity with kids. Plus, they set beautifully in the fridge, making them a hassle-free, no-fuss treat. Whether you're after a gluten-free snack (check your oats!) or a guilt-free indulgence, these no-bake cookies have you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1.5 cups Quick-cooking oats
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute, then carefully stir to combine.
Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for an additional 1 minute until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Be cautious as the bowl and mixture will be hot.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract, peanut butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
Fold in the quick-cooking oats, mixing thoroughly to ensure all the oats are coated.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or plate to form individual cookies.
Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Enjoy your microwave no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 419 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.6 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1052 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
