Description

Quick and easy no-bake chocolate oat cookies that are perfect for after-school snacks. These chewy, chocolatey treats require no oven and use simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (225g)
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (50g)
2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
½ cup unsalted butter (115g)
⅔ cup milk (160ml), whole or 2%
1 cup peanut butter (250g), creamy or chunky
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Measure out oats into a large mixing bowl and have peanut butter and vanilla ready.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and salt. Stir constantly until butter melts and sugar dissolves, mixture is smooth and glossy. Avoid boiling.
Remove pan from heat. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
Pour chocolate mixture over oats. Fold together with a wooden spoon or spatula until oats are fully coated.
Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto prepared baking sheet using a spoon or cookie scoop. Flatten slightly if desired. Work quickly as mixture sets as it cools.
Let cookies set at room temperature or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Serve and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

Do not rush the melting step to avoid burning the sugar or cocoa. Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture. Work quickly when forming cookies as mixture thickens as it cools. Customize with add-ins like nuts, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips. Store in airtight container to maintain chewiness. Refrigeration thickens cookies; bring to room temperature before eating. For vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use plant-based milk.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15
Sodium: 90
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 27
Fiber: 3
Protein: 5

Keywords: no-bake cookies, chocolate oat cookies, after-school snack, easy cookies, peanut butter cookies, quick snack