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Instant oatmeal cookies Recipe

American · Dessert · 10 min total

These no-bake oatmeal cookies come together in minutes using pantry staples, perfect for a quick sweet treat.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Once boiling, let it boil for 1 minute without stirring.
4. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Add oats and coconut (if using); stir until well combined.
6. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Let cookies cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips

• For a chewier texture, use quick-cooking oats instead of old-fashioned.
• If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of milk.
• Cookies can be stored for up to 1 week.

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