Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are a quick and delicious treat ready in just 15 minutes. Made with oats, peanut butter, and a rich cocoa drizzle, they require no oven time and are perfect for a convenient, sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cocoa Drizzle
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Oats: Line a work surface with parchment paper and place the quick-cooking oats in a large mixing bowl to have them ready for mixing with the hot liquid mixture.
- Make the Cookie Base: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the granulated sugar and milk, and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Let it boil for one full minute, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves fully.
- Combine with Peanut Butter: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Mix with Oats: Immediately pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats in the mixing bowl and stir thoroughly until all oats are evenly coated and combined to form the cookie dough.
- Form the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or two tablespoons, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared parchment paper, spacing them evenly to prevent sticking as they set.
- Prepare the Cocoa Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and 1-2 tablespoons milk until smooth. Transfer this cocoa glaze into a zip-top bag and snip off a small corner for easy drizzle application.
- Drizzle Over Cookies: Carefully drizzle the cocoa mixture over each cookie to add a rich chocolatey topping and extra flavor.
- Set and Store: Allow the cookies to cool completely at room temperature until they set firmly. Once set, store the cookies in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats for optimal texture and to ensure the cookies set properly.
- The boiling step is important to dissolve the sugar and create the right consistency for the cookie base.
- Adjust the amount of milk in the cocoa drizzle to get the desired thickness for drizzling.
- Store cookies at room temperature in an airtight container; they do not require refrigeration.
