No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Course: Cookies, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: classic no bake cookies

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 15

Servings: cookies (about)

Calories: 206kcal

Author: Malinda Linnebur

Indulge in these No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies that will remind you of your childhood. They are made with simple, easy-to-find ingredients, and are so easy to prepare that even your kids can make them!

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Ingredients

½ cup (113g) butter, cut into pieces
1 ⅔ cups (285g) granulated sugar
½ cup (120ml) milk
⅓ cup (30g) cocoa powder
½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups (300g) quick cooking oats

Instructions

Measure out all ingredients prior to starting this recipe. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
Combine the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring often, over medium to medium-low heat. Bring to a soft boil and boil for 60 seconds, stirring occasionally. *set a timer!
Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla. Stir in the oats mixing well to ensure all oats are coated. Use a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop and drops scoopfuls onto the parchment paper lined baking sheets. Allow to set at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

STORAGE: Store completely cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
FREEZER-FRIENDLY: Place completely cooled cookies in a freezer bag using parchment paper in between layers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
NUTRITION: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate. This website is not intended as nutritional advice, or a diet or health plan. Readers of this website are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to their health.

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