My absolute favorite cookie in the world is the chocolate no-bake cookie. I can’t remember a holiday without them… and to be honest they are the “go to” cookie in my house when we’re craving something sweet and simply don’t want to wait for anything to bake. You can even eat them right out of the saucepan… not that I’ve done that before. {wink} And I know they’re not much to look at, but trust me. You won’t be disappointed!
You’ll need:
½ cup (1 stick) butter (I often add a little less)
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup milk
4 tablespoons cocoa
½ cup peanut butter (I sometimes add more!)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (splurge for the real extract; it’s worth it)
3 cups quick-cooking oats (I sometimes add a little less depending on how much peanut butter I use)
Quick and easy steps:
- Mix the sugar and cocoa in a saucepan until smooth.
- Add milk and stir.
- Lay stick of softened butter on top of the chocolate mixture, turn the stove on low and allow butter to melt.
- Bring to a rolling boil, let boil for 1 minute and remove from heat.
- Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir first two cups of oats in and then add third a little at a time. (Remember: The heat of the mixture is what cooks the oats so don’t go too slowly. Plus, they set very quickly so spoon them as soon as the oats are in!)
- Use tablespoon to drop onto wax paper-lined baking sheets.
As always, I hope you’re inspired!
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