john's favorite no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

Paducah, KY
Updated on Nov 9, 2011

An old standby for a quick sugar fix, deliciously simple.

prep time 20 Min
cook time
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa, unsweetened
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
  • 3 cups oats, quick cooking
  • OPTIONAL
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground

How To Make john's favorite no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

  • Step 1
    Combine sugar, cocoa (and cinnamon if desired) in a saucepan. Stir in milk until well blended. Add stick of butter.
  • Step 2
    Cook over medium high heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Step 3
    Continue cooking at a full boil for exactly two minutes, then remove from heat.
  • Step 4
    Quickly add peanut butter and mix, then add oats and mix just until incorporated.
  • Step 5
    Working quickly, drop onto waxed paper with a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Allow to cool. Enjoy!

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