The Very Best No Bake Cookies
These classic chocolate and peanut butter cookies are a quick, chewy treat that requires no oven at all.
recipesbynani.comNo bake cookies take me right back to my childhood. I loved sneaking bites when I was a kid before they even had time to set on the counter, and now my own children do the exact same thing. They are rich, perfectly chocolatey, and have that wonderful peanut butter flavor that everyone in the family seems to love.
Since you do not need to turn on your oven, these are perfect for busy days or warm afternoons. My best tip is to measure all your ingredients before you even turn on the stove. This recipe moves very fast once the sugar mixture starts to boil, so having everything ready to stir in is the secret to getting the texture just right.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 3/4 cups quick oats
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with a piece of parchment paper and set it aside.
- 2
In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, combine the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil and let it boil for exactly 1 minute, or until it reaches 225 degrees Fahrenheit on a thermometer.
- 4
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the peanut butter, quick oats, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- 5
Use a cookie scoop to drop rounded portions of the mixture onto your prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Allow the cookies to cool completely and set at room temperature, or pop them in the fridge if you want to enjoy them sooner.
💡 Tips
Store your leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or keep them in the freezer for up to 3 months. If you freeze them, just let them thaw on the counter for a few minutes before snacking.
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