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Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies

Delicious and easy Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies that come together in just 15 minutes, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie mixture
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 2/3 cups sugar Feel free to adjust to your liking
  • 1/2 cup milk Can substitute with coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder Can swap for white chocolate chips for a different flavor
  • 1 cup peanut butter Can substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 3 cups quick-cook oats Regular oats will change the texture
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder in a saucepan.
  2. Bring this mixture to a boil and let it cook for just 1 minute.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until everything is smooth.
  4. Stir in the quick-cook oats and salt until fully combined.
  5. Using a spoon, drop dollops of the mixture onto wax paper and allow them to cool and set.

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze individual cookies wrapped in plastic wrap inside a freezer bag. Enjoy with milk or ice cream for a fantastic dessert combo.