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Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies

These quick and easy no-bake cookies combine the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie mixture
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk Dairy-free butter or almond milk can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Chunky peanut butter can be used for added texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups quick-cooking oats

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
  2. Add the granulated sugar, whole milk, and cocoa powder.
  3. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
  4. Once boiling, let it cook for 1 minute before removing it from the heat.
  5. Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  6. Add the quick-cooking oats, mixing until they are well coated with the chocolate peanut butter mixture.
  7. Drop spoonfuls onto wax paper or parchment paper in cookie shapes.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before enjoying.

Notes

These cookies can be enhanced with a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel. Store in an airtight container; they keep fresh for up to a week at room temperature or can be refrigerated for a firmer texture.