No Bake Chocolate Cover Cherry Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the perfect balance of rich chocolate, chewy oats, and tart dried cherries with these No Bake Chocolate Covered Cherry Oatmeal Cookies. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and old-fashioned oats for a decadent treat that requires only 15 minutes of prep time. A subtle crunch from optional chopped almonds adds texture, while the no-bake method makes these cookies a fuss-free dessert ideal for busy days. Perfectly sweetened with a touch of vanilla and a quick stovetop cocoa mixture, these delightful cookies are a crowd-pleaser with a gourmet edge. Serve them as a snack, holiday treat, or indulgent gift—ready in no time and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup Dried cherries
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Chopped almonds (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter melts and the mixture begins to boil.
Once boiling, let the mixture boil for 1 minute without stirring, then remove from heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, dried cherries, and chopped almonds (if using).
Pour the hot cocoa mixture over the oat mixture and stir until all ingredients are well coated.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the mixture and stir gently so the chocolate chips partially melt but maintain some texture.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for faster setting.
Once set, transfer the cookies to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.9 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.6 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 537 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 714.4 g | 260% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.1 g | 208% | |
| Total Sugars | 497.7 g | ||
| Protein | 67.3 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 602 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 24.4 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 2631 mg | 56% | |
*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.
