Description
No-Bake Preacher Cookies are a quick and easy treat combining rich cocoa, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oats to create delicious, fudgy cookies without the need for an oven. Perfect for a fuss-free dessert that sets quickly and satisfies your sweet tooth with a classic, nostalgic flavor.
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: In a large saucepan, add the butter, granulated sugar, milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat while stirring constantly to prevent burning, until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Boil the Mixture: Maintain a boil for 1 full minute to ensure proper sugar dissolution and consistency, then promptly remove the saucepan from the heat to stop the cooking process.
- Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and homogenous, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Mix in Oats and Salt: Add the quick-cooking oats and salt to the chocolate mixture. Stir thoroughly until all oats are coated and the mixture is well combined and sticky.
- Form Cookies: Use a spoon to drop portions of the mixture onto wax paper or a lined baking sheet. Shape into cookie-like mounds, spacing them to prevent sticking.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cookies to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes so they can cool and firm up completely before serving.
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats for the best texture; regular oats can alter the consistency.
- For dairy-free versions, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure you boil the mixture for the full minute to achieve proper setting; undercooking may cause the cookies to be too soft.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for freshness.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon can enhance the flavor without overpowering the chocolate.
