Description
Craving something chocolaty, chewy, and insanely easy to make? No-Bake Preacher Cookies are your new go-to treat. These nostalgic favorites are a brilliant mix of cocoa, oats, peanut butter, and sweet buttery goodness—all made in one pot, no oven required. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, an easy recipe for dessert, or a healthy-ish snack to satisfy late-night cravings, these cookies are perfect. With a rich texture, deep flavor, and a no-fuss method, they hit all the marks for effortless food ideas.
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment or wax paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir over medium heat until fully melted.
- Bring mixture to a rolling boil and let it boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in peanut butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in oats and chopped nuts until fully coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto prepared sheets. Work quickly.
- Let cookies cool and set for 30–60 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate to speed it up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: No-Bake Dessert