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No Bake Cookies

Quick and easy No Bake Cookies made with cocoa, peanut butter, and oats. These delicious no bake treats require no oven and come together in minutes, making them perfect for simple desserts, snacks, and homemade cookie recipes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 18 Cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups quick oats

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Let the mixture boil for 1 minute.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract.
  6. Add oats and mix until fully combined.
  7. Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Let cookies cool and set for 20–30 minutes.

Notes

Boil for exactly 1 minute for proper texture
Use quick oats for best results
Refrigerate if cookies don’t set
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days