Unbaked Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are one of my favorite quick treats to whip up when the grandkids come calling. These no-bake beauties are ready in minutes, and there’s something special about making something so delicious without turning on the oven.
What makes these cookies truly wonderful is how the simple combination of chocolate and peanut butter comes together with creamy oats in the most satisfying way. Just a quick boil of butter, milk, and sugar sets the stage for everything else—it’s all about timing and those few precious minutes of cooking that bring all the flavors to life.
I love sharing these with family because they’re the kind of cookie that brings everyone together, no fuss, no mess. Whether it’s a rainy afternoon or a last-minute gathering, these cookies remind me that the best treats are often the simplest ones made with love.
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Unbaked Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Peanut Butter
- 3 cup Oats
- 5 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Shortening Confectionery
Instructions
- Cook butter or margarine, milk and sugar in kettle and boil for 1 and 1/2 minutes.
- Add peanut butter, oatmeal, cocoa powder and any one of the optional ingredients.
- Drop on waxed paper and allow to cool before serving.
