Mud Cookies Aka Chocolate No Bake Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of Mud Cookies, also known as Chocolate No-Bake Cookies, a quick and easy treat that combines rich chocolatey goodness with the creamy nuttiness of peanut butter. Made with pantry staples like cocoa powder, quick-cooking oats, and vanilla extract, these no-bake cookies come together in just 10 minutes, making them the perfect solution for a last-minute dessert craving. The magic happens on the stovetop as butter, sugar, and milk boil into a decadent base before being mixed with oats for a chewy texture and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. With no need for an oven, these simple yet satisfying cookies are perfect for summer days or anytime you need a fuss-free treat. Let them set at room temperature, and you'll have 24 irresistible bites of chocolate-peanut butter bliss ready to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and whole milk.
Stir constantly until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
Allow the mixture to boil for exactly 60 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract, creamy peanut butter, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
Add the quick-cooking oats to the mixture and stir until the oats are evenly coated.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart.
Let the cookies sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes to set completely.
Once set, transfer the cookies to an airtight container for storage or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.1 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.7 g | 258% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 972 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.0 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 424.3 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2220 mg | 47% | |
*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.
