No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these rich, chewy No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies—a quick and easy treat that’s perfect for any occasion! Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, and quick oats, this no-bake recipe comes together in just 15 minutes with minimal effort. The irresistible combination of chocolate and oats is perfectly complemented by a touch of vanilla and the option of a pinch of salt for added depth of flavor. These cookies require no oven time, making them an ideal go-to for busy days or warm weather baking. Whether you’re whipping up a late-night snack or prepping dessert for a crowd, these no-bake treats deliver a satisfying combination of fudgy texture and wholesome oats. Plus, they store beautifully for up to a week in an airtight container, making them as practical as they are delicious!
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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
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 3 cups Quick oats
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and milk.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the butter is melted and all the ingredients are well mixed.
Allow the mixture to come to a rolling boil. Once boiling, cook for exactly 1 minute while stirring constantly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter. Mix until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
Add the quick oats and salt (optional) to the saucepan. Stir until everything is combined and the oats are evenly coated.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in small mounds to form cookies.
Let the cookies cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until they are set and firm.
Serve and enjoy! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.9 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.5 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1130 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 651.9 g | 237% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.9 g | 200% | |
| Total Sugars | 425.7 g | ||
| Protein | 80.3 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 2587 mg | 55% | |
*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.
