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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies in Just 5 Minutes

Quick and delicious No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without baking.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • ½ cup Butter Can use margarine or coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce to 1 cup for less sweetness if preferred.
  • ½ cup Milk Any plant-based option like almond or oat milk works well.
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Crucial for the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Substitute with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended for added depth.
  • 3 cups Quick Cooking Oats Provides structure and chewier texture.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
  1. In a medium saucepan, add ½ cup of butter, 2 cups of granulated sugar, ½ cup of milk, and ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir over medium heat until combined and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, allow it to boil vigorously for exactly 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.
  3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully blended.
  4. Gradually mix in 3 cups of quick cooking oats, stirring constantly until the oats are well coated.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
  6. Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes, or until they set firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consistent boiling for exactly 1 minute is essential to achieve the right texture for these cookies. Personalize by adding shredded coconut or chopped nuts based on your taste preferences. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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