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Classic No-Bake Chewy Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

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These classic no-bake chewy chocolate oatmeal cookies are quick to make, require simple ingredients, and deliver a rich, chewy chocolate treat without the need for an oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (125g) peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (240g) quick-cooking oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your station by lining a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and measuring all ingredients (5 minutes).
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and milk. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil (about 5 minutes).
  3. Let the mixture boil for exactly 60 seconds, timing carefully to avoid over or under boiling.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy (2 minutes).
  5. Immediately fold in quick-cooking oats and salt, stirring thoroughly until all oats are coated (1-2 minutes).
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet using a spoon or cookie scoop. Press slightly to shape but keep cookies thick and chewy (5-10 minutes).
  7. Let the cookies cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes until firm. Refrigeration can speed this process.

Notes

Ensure the mixture boils for exactly one minute to set the cookies properly. Use quick-cooking oats for the best chewy texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and milk with almond or oat milk. Peanut butter can be replaced with sunflower seed butter for nut allergies.

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