July 25, 2024
Review RecipeHow to make Chocolate No Bake Cookies with Peanut Butter
These soft, chewy, moist chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies are filled with chocolate, peanut butter, and oatmeal!
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Table of Contents
- What you’ll need for Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
- Substitutions for Chocolate No Bake Cookies
- How to make No Bake Cookies with Peanut Butter
- Tips for No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
- How to serve Peanut Butter Chocolate No Bake Cookies
- How To Store No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
- FAQs for No Bake Cookies with Peanut Butter
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Our crew of recipe developers, testers, and food photographers are all passionate about creating sweet treats that are both easy and impressive – just like these chocolate peanut butter no bake cookies. This recipe has been tested in six kitchens to ensure that when you make it in your own home, it will come out perfect every time.
We’re ditching the oven for a no-bake treat that’s perfect for busy schedules and sweet tooths alike. These cookies are so soft and chewy, without the hassle of preheating and baking – but taste like you spent hours on them.
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What you’ll need for Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
You’ll need:
- 3 cups of quick-cooking oats
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ½ cup of butter
- 2 cups of sugar
- ½ cup of milk
- ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
PRO TIP:
If using salted butter rather than unsalted butter, do not add any additional salt!
Substitutions for Chocolate No Bake Cookies
NUT-FREE: Substitute sunflower seed butter for the peanut butter if you want to make these cookies nut-free.
ALMOND BUTTER: You can also use almond butter in place of peanut butter if you want an almond version of this simple recipe.
OATS: We would recommend quick-cooking oats rather than old-fashioned oats for this no-bake recipe.
MIX-INS: Add raisins, coconut, or chocolate chips to this great treat for more fun surprises in every bite.
How to make No Bake Cookies with Peanut Butter
These peanut butter chocolate no bakes are a classic treat that are so easy to make, you don’t even need an oven.
These delicious cookies have the perfect balance of sweetness and salty flavor thanks to creamy peanut butter, sugar, and oats. Preparing them could not be simpler.
Here’s how you make our recipe for no bake cookies with peanut butter:
STEP ONE: Stir together quick oats and salt in a large bowl and then set them aside.
STEP TWO: In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, whisk together the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa. Bring the butter and sugar mixture to a boil for about a minute and then remove from the heat.
PRO TIP:
Make sure you have your other ingredients measured and ready to stir in as soon as the chocolate comes off the heat.
PRO TIP:
Don’t overcook the chocolate mixture. Otherwise, it will become too thick, and you will end up with crumbly cookies.
STEP THREE: Whisk in the peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.
STEP FOUR: Pour the chocolate peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until combined.
STEP FIVE: Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Drop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet using a medium cookie scoop.
STEP SIX: Let the cookies cool on the countertop. Store in the refrigerator once the cookies are cool and dry.
Tips for No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal: Quick-cook oats are your best friend here. They soften up perfectly without needing baking. No quick-cook oats? Pulse old-fashioned oats in a food processor a few times for a close substitute.
Sugar: Don’t walk away from the stove when cooking the sugar mixture! Watch it closely and bring it to a boil for exactly one minute.
Overcooking makes crumbly and dry cookies.
If your cookies don’t set up, it’s likely because the mixture wasn’t boiled long enough.
Cool It Down: Patience is key! Let the cookies completely cool on the counter before popping them in the fridge. Warm cookies in the fridge turn gooey.
Freeze and Be Happy: Leftovers are a good thing! Freeze these cookies in an airtight container to enjoy later. They’ll thaw perfectly at room temperature.
How to serve Peanut Butter Chocolate No Bake Cookies
Whip up a batch of these no bake chocolate peanut butter cookies the next time you are craving that magical combination of chocolate and peanut butter.
They would be the perfect treat for after-school snacks, along with a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of rich whipped hot chocolate.
If you’re looking for even more easy cookie recipes, you’ll want to try our Doubletree cookies or peanut butter oatmeal cookies.
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How To Store No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
IN THE FRIDGE: Let the peanut butter chocolate cookies cool on the countertop and then store them in the refrigerator once the cookies are cool and dry.
PRO TIP:
It’s VERY important you let them cool on the countertop before putting them in the fridge or they will become gooey.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze these sweet cookies. Just make sure they’re stored in an airtight container, so they don’t get freezer burn.
I would remove them before serving to allow the cookies to thaw.
I’m sure your family will love these delicious chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies as much as we do. Moist, soft, and chewy, they are bursting with chocolate and peanut butter. The best part is with just a handful of simple ingredients, and a few minutes, this favorite cookie will be ready in no time.
FAQs for No Bake Cookies with Peanut Butter
Can you put no-bake cookies in the fridge to harden?
These no-bake cookies should not be put into the fridge while hardening as they will become gooey. Leave them on the counter until they are solid.
Why are my no-bake cookies crumbly?
There are two primary reasons why the cookies turn out crumbly. If the ingredients are measured incorrectly, especially the oats, your cookies will be crumbly. Overcooking the mixture can also be a common cause for the cookies to turn out crumbly.
Why did my no-bake cookies not set?
No-bake cookies won’t set if the mixture has not been boiled for a long enough time.
Why are my no-bake cookies dry and hard?
No-bake cookies turn out dry and hard if the mixture has been overcooked. Make sure to follow the precise cooking time to avoid the mixture drying out.
Why do my no-bake cookies turn out gooey?
Your no-bake cookies may turn out gooey if the mixture has not been cooked long enough on the stovetop.
Can you use old-fashioned oats instead of quick oats in no-bake cookies?
If you can avoid it, we don’t recommend using old-fashioned oats as they are larger in size and won’t soften up enough during the cooking process. If you don’t have any other oats on hand, you can pulse the old-fashioned oats in a food processor to make smaller pieces.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookie Recipe
These soft, chewy, moist chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies are filled with chocolate, peanut butter, and oatmeal!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 30
Ingredients
- 3 cups quick cook oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter, unsalted
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the oats and salt. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, whisk together the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa.
- Bring the mixture to a boil for about a minute and then remove from heat.
- Whisk in the peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the chocolate peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until combined.
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Drop the cookies onto the wax paper using a medium cookie scoop.
- Let the cookies cool on the countertop. Store in the refrigerator once cookies are cool and dry.
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Notes
- If using salted butter rather than unsalted butter, do not add any additional salt!
- Make sure you have your other ingredients measured and ready to stir in as soon as the chocolate comes off the heat.
- Don’t overcook the chocolate mixture. Otherwise, it will become too thick, and you will end up with crumbly cookies.
- It’s VERY important you let them cool on the countertop before putting them in the fridge, or they will become gooey.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 202IU | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments
Treena says
Any no bake recipe in my opinion is wonderful plus the ingredients for this recipe are super simple and inexpensive.
Toni Ayne Thomason says
I simply love cookies and these no-bake cookies are a win-win!
Marie says
You had me at chocolate and sold me at peanut butter – a mouth-watering combination! Definitely trying your cookies! Pinned ๐
Dee | Grammy's Grid says
YUM! These are probably my most fav sweet treat…maybe! Pinned โฅ I’d like to invite you to bring this post and more over to my new UNLIMITED Monthly Link Party!
Lisa says
Hi. These sound great but could you please tell me how much is a stick of butter?
Layne Henderson says
A stick of butter is four ounces or eight tablespoons.
Irene Cyr says
This is one of my most popular recipe that my family ask for I replace the 3 cups oats with (2 cup oats and 1 cup coconut).
Lora says
Love these cookies!! Just a quick question ? Why the salt? What’s it good for ? I see u use Xtra peanut butter also- but this recipe is great!!
Layne Henderson says
It helps the cookies retain their shape and also helps to intensify and compliment the other flavors in the cookie ๐ Glad you enjoyed!
Dawn says
Do they need to be refrigerated and how long are they good for after theyโre made? Ty!
Layne Kangas says
You can store them on the countertop for a few days! Just make sure to put them in an airtight container ๐
Nini says
Can I use sweetener in place of the sugar? If so, how much?
Layne Kangas says
I have never made it without traditional sugar. I would suggest double-checking the sweetener to see what that product recommends in place of sugar. Some measure cup for cup the same as sugar, and some are a reduced amount, etc. Enjoy ๐
Kristine Ricketts says
this is the 1st no bake recipe that requires refrigeration, why do they need to be refrigerated?
Layne Kangas says
You don’t have to put them in the fridge. I like to because they last a little longer but it’s fine to leave them on the counter in an airtight container as well. Enjoy ๐
Dawn says
Layne, we have 3 boys too. If left on the counter they will all be Gone in 24 hours. Refrigeration helps if not readily visible from the door.
Layne Kangas says
LOL so true – I have been known to tuck things away various spots to deter them from inhaling it! ๐