Description
These soft, chewy No-Bake Oatmeal Cookies come together in minutes with a rich blend of cocoa, peanut butter, and oats. No oven needed—just one pot and a bit of cooling time! Perfect for any occasion, from quick weeknight treats to make-ahead dessert trays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Optional Add-ins:
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup shredded coconut
- Mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir frequently.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil and cook for exactly 60 seconds.
- Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Add oats and stir until fully coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for 30–45 minutes, or refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes