john's favorite no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies
An old standby for a quick sugar fix, deliciously simple.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
method
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yield
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
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Step 1Combine sugar, cocoa (and cinnamon if desired) in a saucepan. Stir in milk until well blended. Add stick of butter.
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Step 2Cook over medium high heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
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Step 3Continue cooking at a full boil for exactly two minutes, then remove from heat.
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Step 4Quickly add peanut butter and mix, then add oats and mix just until incorporated.
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Step 5Working quickly, drop onto waxed paper with a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Allow to cool. Enjoy!
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