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No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

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Quick and comforting no-bake treats made with rich cocoa and creamy peanut butter folded into hearty oats.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the base ingredients. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir to bring everything together before heating.
  2. Melt while whisking. Whisk constantly until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Boil briefly. Once the mixture is melted and smooth, bring it to a boil. Stop whisking and allow it to boil for 1 minute.
  4. Remove from heat. Take the saucepan off the burner and immediately stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Fold in oats and salt. Add the rolled oats and salt to the saucepan and stir until all the oats are coated. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
  6. Prepare the trays. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop the cookies. Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture and drop it onto the prepared sheets, spacing about an inch apart.
  8. Chill to set. Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator and chill for 30 to 60 minutes until firm.
  9. Store properly. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  10. Freeze for long storage. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Watch the boil closely to ensure the right cookie texture. Use Dutch-process cocoa for a smoother chocolate experience.

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