No Bake Chocolate Cookies with Peanut Butter: Recipe

Homemade no-bake chocolate cookies with peanut butter are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that will delight both children and adults. There’s a certain beauty in the simplicity of homemade chocolate chip cookies, perfect for enjoying with coffee or tea during gatherings with friends or unexpected visitors. They also make a wonderful addition to various picnics and children’s parties.

Recipe

Ingredients in this recipe

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• Pieces of peanuts for decoration (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1

• Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

• In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture boils, then continue to cook for 2 minutes.

Step 3

• Remove the pan from the heat after boiling and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

• Add the quick-cooking oats to the mixture, stirring until all the oats are well coated.

Step 5

• Spoon the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming cookies of your desired size.

Step 6

• Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or until firm.

Step 7

• Once set, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.

Enjoy these delicious and easy no-bake peanut butter chocolate chip cookies! They’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the need for baking. Many people prefer and appreciate these no-bake recipes, making them suitable for almost any occasion. For an extra touch, consider adding pieces of high-quality chocolate to the dough to enhance their fantastic flavor.