Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake (Print Version)
Chocolate and peanut butter combine for a quick, chewy, and delicious no-bake dessert.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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3 cups quick-cooking oats
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
# Steps:
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In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter, granulated sugar, whole milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Set over medium heat and stir continuously until the butter has melted and the mixture is well blended.
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Increase heat and bring mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, continue stirring constantly and cook for 1 minute.
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Remove pan from heat. Add creamy peanut butter, pure vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
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Add quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and mix thoroughly until all oats are evenly coated.
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Drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out to prevent sticking.
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Allow cookies to cool and set at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes, or refrigerate briefly for faster setting.
# Notes:
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For best results, use quick-cooking oats to achieve the ideal texture and setting.