No Bake Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the simple joy of homemade **No Bake Oatmeal Cookies**, a quick and fuss-free treat that’s perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without turning on the oven. Made with pantry staples like rich butter, creamy peanut butter, and hearty quick-cooking oats, these cookies combine the deep flavor of cocoa with a hint of vanilla for a chocolatey, nutty delight. The entire process takes just 10 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking, making it an ideal recipe for busy days or last-minute dessert ideas. These chewy, no-bake wonders set beautifully at room temperature or in the fridge, offering the perfect texture for a soft yet sturdy bite. Perfect for on-the-go snacks, school lunches, or casual get-togethers, this no-bake recipe is a versatile crowd-pleaser you'll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.75 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Quick-cooking oats
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and milk.
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute without stirring, then remove it from the heat.
Stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
Gradually fold in the quick-cooking oats until evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Once set, store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 306.8 g | 393% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.7 g | 714% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 508 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2637 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 666.9 g | 243% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.0 g | 214% | |
| Total Sugars | 431.5 g | ||
| Protein | 96.6 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 506 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3003 mg | 64% | |
*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.
