Easy No-Bake Peanut Cookie Recipe For An Effortless Dessert

By Shireen Jamooji

January 3, 2023

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Want the magic of cookies without all the hassle? Try these no-bake cookies for a sweet treat that comes together easily and is just as satisfying as a regular cookie.

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Ingredients

2 cups sugar ½ cup milk 8 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Large pinch of kosher salt

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the sugar, milk, butter, and cocoa to a boil, stirring occasionally. Allow it to boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

Step 3

Add the oats, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt to the mixture, and stir to combine.

Step 4

Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Refrigerate the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.