No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
These no-bake cookies combine chocolate and peanut butter for a chewy, oat-packed treat that comes together in no time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter Creamy or natural peanut butter works best.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Can be substituted with other sweeteners if desired.
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder Gives the cookies a rich chocolate flavor.
- 3 cups rolled oats Essential for texture and structure.
- 1/2 cup butter Melt with peanut butter for best results.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Add the granulated sugar and cocoa powder; stir until the mixture is a uniform chocolate-brown color, thick and well-blended.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the rolled oats until fully coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then drop spoonfuls onto the lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes until the cookies are firm to the touch.
Notes
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They are great for a quick snack or dessert treat.