No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by grabbing a large saucepan and melting some butter over medium heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the butter is nice and melted, add in the sugar, milk, and cocoa powder.

3. Step 3

   Give it a good stir to combine everything, then let it come to a gentle boil.

4. Step 4

   This should take about five minutes, and you’ll want to keep an eye on it as it bubbles away.

5. Step 5

   When it’s boiling, stir in the peanut butter, allowing it to melt completely into the mixture—this should take another five minutes.

6. Step 6

   After the peanut butter is fully incorporated, bring the mixture back to a boil, then lower the heat to let it simmer for two minutes.

7. Step 7

   Remember to stir constantly during this time to keep it from sticking or burning.

8. Step 8

   Once that’s done, take the saucepan off the heat and mix in some vanilla extract until everything is beautifully blended.

9. Step 9

   Now it’s time to fold in the quick-cooking oats, ensuring they’re evenly coated in that rich chocolate goodness.

10. Step 10

    Finally, drop spoonfuls of this delightful mixture onto a sheet of waxed paper and let them cool at room temperature until they set.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy the sweet aroma filling your kitchen as you wait for these treats to be ready!.