Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk (any kind)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
Step 1: In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, milk, butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Step 2: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a full, rolling boil, stirring constantly. Once it reaches a rolling boil, boil for exactly 1 minute, continuing to stir to prevent scorching.
Step 3: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until completely smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Add the old-fashioned rolled oats to the mixture. Stir quickly and thoroughly until all the oats are fully coated and incorporated.
Step 5: Working quickly, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto sheets of parchment paper or wax paper. Form them into desired cookie shapes.
Step 6: Allow the cookies to cool completely and set at room temperature for 30-60 minutes, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
Ensuring the mixture comes to a full, rolling boil for exactly one minute is crucial for the cookies to set properly. Work quickly when dropping the cookies onto parchment paper, as the mixture will start to harden as it cools. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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