Description
These no-bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies are a quick and easy treat that combines creamy peanut butter, oats, and a chocolate drizzle. Perfect for when you want a delicious cookie without turning on the oven, they come together in just minutes and offer a chewy, sweet bite with a hint of cocoa topping.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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
Topping Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare Work Surface: Line a work surface with parchment paper and place the quick-cooking oats in a large mixing bowl, ready to combine with the wet ingredients.
- Melt Butter Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the granulated sugar and milk, bringing the mixture to a boil. Let it boil for exactly one minute to ensure the sugar dissolves properly, then remove from heat.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine with Oats: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oats in the mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until all the oats are evenly coated and the mixture forms a thick dough.
- Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or two tablespoons to drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared parchment paper, spacing them evenly to avoid sticking.
- Prepare Chocolate Drizzle: In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 to 2 tablespoons milk until the mixture is smooth and drizzle-able. Transfer to a zip-top bag, snip a small corner, and drizzle the chocolate topping over the cookies.
- Set and Store: Allow the cookies to cool completely at room temperature until set. Once firm, store them in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats as they absorb the wet ingredients better and provide the ideal chewy texture.
- Adjust the amount of milk in the chocolate drizzle to achieve your preferred consistency for easy drizzling.
- If you prefer a stronger chocolate flavor, increase the cocoa powder slightly.
- For firmer cookies, refrigerate the cookies after setting.
- These cookies are perfect for quick dessert fixes and do not require baking.
