Indulge in the deliciousness of Grammy Sharon's Chocolate No-Bake Cookies. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for chocolate lovers of all ages. With a rich chocolate flavor and a soft, fudgy texture, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Best of all, they require no baking, making them a quick and convenient dessert option. Spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the irresistible taste of these homemade chocolate cookies.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and butter over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, let it cook for 1 minute, continuing to stir.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add the oats, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming cookies.
- Let the cookies cool at room temperature until firm. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the cookies have cooled and hardened, they are ready to be enjoyed!
Interesting Facts
No-bake cookies are a popular dessert in the United States.
These cookies are known for their simplicity and delicious chocolate flavor.
They are perfect for those days when you want a homemade treat but don't feel like turning on the oven.