This recipe is a tried and true classic! No bake cookies you use old fashioned oats instead of quick oats? The classic no bake cookie recipe.
This is why I like to make them when we have company coming, because otherwise, I’ll end up eating the entire batch by myself. Yes, you can substitute old fashioned oats for an equal amount of quick cooking oats in this recipe. The only real difference between the oats is the texture, and you’ll find fans for both types of oats. There is no wrong answer, but if you already know you prefer a certain type of oat, stick with that for this recipe. 2 cup of shredded coconut to this recipe. If you love coconut, give it a try and let me know what you think! This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps.
If you’re looking for the full recipe measurements and instructions, scroll down to Recipe Details. Add sugar, milk, and cocoa powder, then bring to a boil. Remove saucepan from heat and add vanilla and peanut butter. In a large bowl, add quick cooking oats.
Pour the chocolate mixture on top, then stir until the oats are coated. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add granulated sugar, milk, and cocoa powder to saucepan. Bring to a boil and let cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Let mixture cool for 5 minutes.
I do my best to provide nutrition information, but please keep in mind that I’m not a certified nutritionist. Any nutritional information discussed or disclosed in this post should only be seen as my best amateur estimates of the correct values. I can see what you whipped up! When I was growing up, these were mudballs, but I’ve heard them called more than 50 different names.
We have made these forever and they are a family favorite. We don’t use the peanut butter. I find that you need to let them sit for a minute or two after you add the oats then spoon them out for a better consistency. My mom got this recipe back in the 50’s from a cook who worked at the diner in Whitewood, SD. The reason- mom let us girls make them when we were pretty young.
They never seemed to set up. Now that I’m older and think back we probably ate them before they had a chance to set up. I’ve been making them since I was real young. I just put every thing but pb,van,and oats in a pan and let it boil for a minute per batch.
Save it to your own account! Now check your email to confirm your subscription. Easy meal ideas that will bring your family to the table fast! Perfect for Christmas or a sweet summer treat! Includes step by step recipe video. I’ve been known to get a little crazy when it comes to starting my Christmas baking and decorating. My Christmas spirit tends to get kicked into overdrive a little earlier when I know I’m going to be living in a sleep-deprived daze throughout the holiday season.
They’re ridiculously easy and insanely delicious. And they’re so good that no one is really going to judge you for only spending 5 minutes making them. I highly suggest a slather of mint buttercream and a crisp chocolate coating. Especially in December or November or October or any month of the year when you’re not interested in slaving over cookie sheets and cookie scoops and heating the whole house with the oven. Going for an extra, extra special holiday touch? Smash up some of last year’s candy canes and sprinkle them over the chocolate before it sets.