john's favorite no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

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Recipe by
Kathy Brewer
Paducah, KY

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

(1 rating)
prep time 20 Min

Ingredients For john's favorite no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

  • 2 c
    sugar
  • 2 Tbsp
    cocoa, unsweetened
  • 1 stick
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    milk
  • 1/2 c
    peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
  • 3 c
    oats, quick cooking
  • OPTIONAL
  • 1/2 tsp
    cinnamon, ground

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

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

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