Peanut Butter Cocoa No-Bake Cookies

Recipe View Prepare your workstation: Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Combine wet ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Bring to a boil: Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil. A rolling boil means the mixture continues to boil even while stirring. (8-10 minutes)

Recipe View Cool slightly: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for exactly 1 minute. This step is important for texture. (1 minute)

Recipe View Incorporate peanut butter: Add the peanut butter to the saucepan and stir until completely smooth and blended. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Add dry ingredients: Add the quick-cooking oats, chopped peanuts, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir until everything is evenly combined. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Drop and set: Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared wax paper or parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Cool completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely at room temperature until firm. This usually takes about 30-45 minutes. (40 minutes)

Recipe View Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain their texture and flavor.