No-Bake Cookies: The Quick Recipe for Delicious Desserts!

No-bake cookies are a classic for a reason – they’re quick, easy, and satisfying! Here’s a basic recipe for a delicious no-bake cookie, along with some variations to customize them to your liking:

Classic No-Bake Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup milk (or plant-based milk)
• ½ cup unsalted butter (or dairy-free alternative)
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• ½ cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare:
   • Line baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, milk, butter, cocoa powder, and salt.
   • Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
   • Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add Remaining Ingredients:
   • Remove from heat.
   • Stir in the oats, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Form Cookies:
   • Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
5. Cool and Set:
   • Let the cookies cool and set completely before serving. This usually takes about 30 minutes to an hour.

Variations and Tips:

• Chocolate Chips:
  • Stir in ½ to 1 cup of chocolate chips after removing the mixture from the heat.
• Nuts:
  • Add ½ to 1 cup of chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, etc.) for added crunch.
• Coconut:
  • Stir in ½ cup of shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
• Marshmallows:
  • Add mini marshmallows for a gooey texture.
• Spice it Up:
  • Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
• Peanut Butter Alternatives:
  • Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter can be used instead of peanut butter. ¹  
• Consistency:
  • If the mixture is too dry, add a little more milk.
  • If the mixture is too wet, add a few more oats.
• Storage:
  • Store no-bake cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days.

Enjoy your quick and delicious no-bake cookies!