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No Bake Cookies

No Bake Cookies – Chewy Chocolatey Goodness in Minutes

These No Bake Cookies are quick, chewy, and chocolatey, satisfying your sweet cravings in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Mixture
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness and structure
  • 0.5 cups whole milk Provides moisture
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Contributes richness
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Delivers a deep chocolate flavor
  • 3 cups quick oats Adds texture and structure
  • 0.5 cups creamy peanut butter Acts as a flavorful binder
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped nuts Pecans or almonds work wonderfully
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Sweetened or unsweetened are both tasty options
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips or M&Ms Add a pop of sweetness and color

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Whisk
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for No Bake Cookies
  1. In a large pot, add 2 cups of granulated sugar, ½ cup of whole milk, ½ cup of unsalted butter, and ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. Place the pot over medium heat, stirring with a whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and begins to boil.
  2. Once the chocolate mixture reaches a rolling boil, stop stirring and let it boil untouched for exactly one minute.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in 3 cups of quick oats until they are entirely coated with the chocolate mixture.
  4. Add ½ cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to the pot. Stir the mixture until completely smooth and well combined.
  5. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared parchment.
  6. Let the cookies sit at room temperature for about 15-30 minutes until they are firm to the touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are flexible to customize with your favorite ingredients and can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge for extended freshness.

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