Do you ever have those days when you’re craving something sweet, but the thought of turning on the oven is just too much? That’s where these No-Bake Cookies come into play. With a simple list of ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll have a batch of these delicious treats ready in no time. The beauty of these cookies is that they don’t require any baking, making them perfect for those hot summer days or when you need a quick dessert. I absolutely love the combination of oats, chocolate, and peanut butter, creating a cookie that’s both chewy and satisfying. Plus, the addition of nuts adds a delightful crunch that’s sure to please. So why not give these No-Bake Cookies a try? I promise you won’t be disappointed!
Ingredients
- 2 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. milk
- 1/2 c. margarine
- 4 Tbsp. cocoa
- 2 1/2 c. oats
- 1/4 c. nuts, chopped
- 1/2 c. peanut butter
- 2 tsp. vanilla
Cooking Method
- Mix sugar, milk, margarine and cocoa.
- Bring to boil.
- Let boil over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, then add peanut butter, nuts, oats and vanilla.
- Drop by teaspoon onto waxed paper.
- Let cool.
- Yields approximately 36 cookies.
Calorie: 150
Total cooking time: 15 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
Welcome to the Cookie Chronicles
Hello, fellow cookie enthusiasts! Let’s dive right into today’s recipe. It involves no baking, a whole lot of sugar, and the possibility of your kitchen looking like a hurricane just swept through it. But hey, who said the road to cookie heaven was ever clean?
The Sweet Beginning
Our journey starts with our key players: 2 c. of sugar, 1/2 c. of milk, 1/2 c. of margarine and 4 Tbsp. of cocoa. Now, you may be wondering why we’re starting with such a sweet mix. Well, let’s just say that these cookies are not for the faint of heart. Or the diabetic.
A tip, though: don’t go thinking you can just dump all these ingredients in a pot and call it a day. Oh no, my friend, the sugar, milk, margarine, and cocoa need to become one in the fiery dance of the stovetop.
The Boiling Point
Now, it’s time to crank up the heat and bring this sugary concoction to a boil. You’ll want to let it boil over medium heat for 2 minutes. And yes, I mean exactly 2 minutes. Any less and you might as well be making soup; any more, and you’ll have a kitchen full of smoke and a pot full of regret.
The Nutty Intermission
While our mix is dancing over the fire, let’s turn our attention to the nuts. Today, we’re using a 1/4 c. of chopped nuts. Any nuts will do, really. I used the ones left over from Christmas last year. I’m only half kidding.
Peanut Butter Meets Oats
After you’ve successfully avoided burning down your kitchen, it’s time to remove the mix from heat. Now, we’re going to add in our stars: 1/2 c. of peanut butter, 2 1/2 c. of oats, the chopped nuts from earlier, and a dash of 2 tsp. of vanilla.
This is where things can get a bit messy. Or a lot messy, depending on how much you trust your hand-eye coordination. But remember, the messier the process, the better the story!
The Great Cool Down
Once you’ve mixed everything together, start dropping spoonfuls of it onto waxed paper. You should end up with around 36 cookies, give or take a few that you’ll inevitably eat while they’re still warm. Because let’s face it, we’re only human.
Now comes the hardest part: letting them cool. I know, I know. It’s tempting to just dive right in. But trust me, patience is the key here.
The Final Verdict
So there you have it, folks. No bake cookies that are easy to make, delicious to eat, and messy enough to make your significant other question your ability to be left alone in the kitchen. But hey, at least you’ll have cookies!
And remember, the best part about cooking isn’t just the eating. It’s the stories you create along the way. So go forth, make a mess, and have a blast. Just maybe keep a fire extinguisher handy, just in case.
