Our Favorite No-Bake Chocolate Cookies Recipes!
Chocolate cookies are arguably one of the most delicious desserts that you can enjoy at the end of a long day, however, not everyone has the time to deal with an entire recipe that requires mixing and baking, which is where no-bake recipes come into play. Whether you’re looking for a quick and delicious snack to help ease a craving or if you’re in a pinch to come up with a delectable dessert for dinner guests, these phenomenal recipes are sure to help. They offer the perfect combination of sweet and sultry flavors that showcase everything that chocolate has to offer and all without the help of any heat.
1. No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
If you’re someone who is a fan of both oatmeal and chocolate, this is the ideal recipe for you. These cookies have the perfect amount of crunch and feel substantially healthier than your traditional idea of chocolate chip cookies. They’re so delicious that even your kids are going to fall in love with this easy recipe that only takes a few minutes to make.
What You’ll Need
½ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups white sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
½ cup milk
1 pinch salt
½ peanut butter
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
Step 1: Add the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa, milk, and salt into a saucepan.
Step 2: Boil the mixture and then reduce heat for one minute.
Step 3: Remove from heat and add in the peanut butter until completely melted.
Step 4: Stir in the vanilla and add in the quick-cooking oats, stirring until completely mixed.
Step 5: Roll out wax paper and spoon dollops of the mixture, allowing it to cool until they are set.
2. No-Bake Coconut Chocolate Cookies
For people who are big fans of coconut, you’ll fall absolutely in love with this recipe as it has the perfect combination of sweetness. Above all else, there’s nothing more summery than the perfect subtle flavor of coconut when combined with chocolate, making it the ideal dessert for an outdoor barbecue or summer get together.
What You’ll Need
2 cups white sugar
½ cup margarine
½ cup milk
3 cups rolled oats
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup coconut (flaked)
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the margarine, sugar, and milk into a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat for four to five minutes.
Step 2: Remove from heat and combine the vanilla, oats, coconut, and cocoa powder, stir until completely mixed.
Step 3: Roll out wax paper and spoon dollops of the mixture onto the paper, allowing your cookies to cool for at least one hour.
Step 4: Ensure that you store them in an airtight container for premium freshness.
3. No-Bake Crispy Chocolate Cookies
For people who aren’t particularly fans of coconut or oats, these no-bake crispy chocolate cookies are the ideal alternative. They help to maintain the perfect soft yet crispy texture that you’d get with oats or coconut and you’ll fall in love with the succulent taste of cocoa powder to help curb any chocolate cravings that you might have. Also, they are fan favorites with children, making them the ideal small dessert to serve after dinner on a weeknight. All you’ll need to do is substitute the coconut or oats for a phenomenal crispy cereal such as Frosted Flakes or Rice Krispies.
What You’ll Need
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
½ cup milk
½ cup peanut butter
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups crispy cereal
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the butter, white sugar, brown sugar, cocoa, milk, and salt into a saucepan over medium heat, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Step 2: Once the mixture is boiling, remove from heat, mixing in the peanut butter, and allow to sit for one minute.
Step 3: Add in the vanilla and your crispy cereal of choice, mixing until all of the cereal is completely coated.
Step 4: Roll out wax paper and spoon dollops of the mixture onto the paper.
Step 5: Place in the fridge for quick cooling and remove when ready to serve.
4. No-Bake Protein-Packed Chocolate Cookies
If you’re someone who’s on a tight gym regime but you can’t kick your chocolate cravings, you’re going to want to have a great treat to enjoy on your cheat days. These protein-packed chocolate cookies are equally as delicious as they are easy to make, and the best part is that they have far more protein than the other recipes on this list.
What You’ll Need
1 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
½ cup coconut oil
½ cup honey
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup unsweetened chocolate chips
2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup chopped almonds
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the peanut/almond butter and coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat, making sure that you stir the mixture constantly until it is completely smooth.
Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and honey, then immediately combine the chocolate chips until melted.
Step 3: Combine the cocoa powder, oats, and almonds until combined.
Step 4: Roll out wax paper and drop dollops of the mixture onto the sheet, placing it in the refrigerator for approximately one hour to allow them to set.
Step 5: Store in an airtight container and your cookies will be great to enjoy for up to a week.
No bake chocolate cookies are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings without having to worry about the hassle of baking an entire batch of cookies in a traditional way. No matter if you’re tired at the end of a meal prepping day and you want an easy dessert or if you don’t want to use your oven, these recipes are ideal for the everyday home chef.
With plenty of delicious ingredients, you’ll have the perfect dessert for a weekend get together or for your whole family to enjoy throughout the week.
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