Description
No-Bake Preacher Cookies are a classic, quick-to-make treat that combines rich cocoa, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oats to deliver a deliciously chewy cookie without the need for an oven. Perfect for a quick snack or potluck dessert, these cookies come together in under 40 minutes with minimal ingredients and simple steps.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder: In a large saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning, until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Boil mixture: Once boiling, continue to cook and stir the mixture for exactly 1 minute to ensure it thickens properly, then remove the saucepan from heat promptly to stop cooking.
- Add peanut butter and vanilla: Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract while the mixture is still hot, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Mix in oats and salt: Add the quick-cooking oats and salt to the saucepan and stir well, making sure all the oats are coated evenly with the chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
- Form cookies: Use a spoon to drop dollops of the mixture onto wax paper or a lined baking sheet, shaping them into cookie-like rounds. Work quickly before the mixture starts to set.
- Cool and set: Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or until firm and set enough to handle and serve.
Notes
- Quick-cooking oats help the cookies set faster and give a chewy texture; old-fashioned oats can also be used but may change the texture slightly.
- Ensure the mixture reaches a rolling boil and boil for the full minute to avoid the cookies being too soft or falling apart.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Adding a pinch of salt balances the sweetness, but adjust to taste if desired.
