Oatmeal No Bakes
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these rich and chewy Oatmeal No Bakes—a no-fuss dessert that comes together in just 15 minutes! Made with pantry staples like creamy peanut butter, quick-cooking oats, and a decadent blend of cocoa powder and vanilla, these no-bake cookies are the perfect treat for busy days or last-minute gatherings. With no need for an oven, this recipe is quick, easy, and beginner-friendly, delivering a deliciously nostalgic flavor thanks to the comforting combination of chocolate and oats. Whether you're looking for a kid-approved snack, a post-dinner indulgence, or an easy make-ahead dessert, these no-bake oatmeal cookies are sure to hit the spot. Plus, they store beautifully—if you can resist eating them all at once!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups milk
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Prepare a sheet of parchment paper or wax paper on your countertop for placing the cookies.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Stir the mixture continuously until the butter is melted and the ingredients are well combined.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and let it boil for 1 minute while stirring frequently.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Add the quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and stir until fully coated and combined.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared parchment or wax paper. Work quickly before the mixture starts to set.
Let the cookies sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes or until fully set.
Enjoy your Oatmeal No Bakes! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*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.
