Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oat Cookies
These no-bake cookies combine peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder for a quick, chewy, and satisfying snack that requires no oven and minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (135g)
- 3/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter (190g)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (30g)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (120ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk (60ml), any kind (dairy or plant-based)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and prep your workspace. Measure everything out (about 5 minutes).
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and milk. Stir continuously until smooth and just warmed through, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid overheating.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt to distribute evenly.
- Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the oats mixture. Add vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until every oat is coated and the mixture looks glossy and thick.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon. Makes about 18-20 cookies.
- Place the cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set. Alternatively, chill in the freezer for 20 minutes if short on time.
- Once set, remove from fridge and store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
If mixture is too dry, add a splash more milk; if too wet, add more oats. Use natural peanut butter for best flavor. Chilling is essential for cookies to set properly. Optional mix-ins include mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sea salt sprinkle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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