No bake cookies with old fashioned oats are a delicious and easy treat. Perfect for busy days when you don’t have time to spend in the kitchen, these classic no bake cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients, and you don’t need an oven.
Old Fashioned No Bake Cookies
Old fashioned no bake peanut butter cookies are a classic and timeless treat loved by all ages. These cookies are simple to make and require no oven time, perfect for those hot summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Made with just a few ingredients, these healthy no bake cookies with old fashioned oats can be whipped up in no time and are always a crowd pleaser.
With a chewy and creamy texture, these peanut butter no bakes with old fashioned oats are sure to become a family favorite cookie.
If you love cookies, take a look at my other cookie recipes. I have a delicious honey oatmeal cookie recipe that you will love!
Best No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats
If you want to make a batch of no bake cookies using old fashioned oats, you will need the right kitchen tools to help you get the job done.
Kitchen Tools for Making No Bake Cookie Recipe
- Large Sauce Pan
- Parchment or Wax Paper
- Wooden Spoon
- Timer
- Cookie Scoop or Spoon
Easy No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats
No bake cookies with old fashioned oats and peanut butter are a classic treat that can be made with only a handful of simple ingredients.
Before making the cookies, prep and measure your ingredients. Doing this will help the process go faster and smoother, and the quicker you mix the ingredients after boiling the mixture, the better the cookies will be.
This no bake cookie recipe with old fashioned oats requires just seven ingredients. For an incredibly rich and chocolatey delicious cookie, gather the following ingredients.
No Bake Cookie Recipe Ingredients
- White Sugar – I use granulated organic white sugar for rich, flavorful cookies for this recipe.
- Whole Milk – for the best results, whole milk is recommended. It produces a richer flavor, and the fudge mixture is less likely to break apart or separate.
- Butter – it is best to use real butter rather than margarine. Salted butter at room temperature is ideal, but you can also use unsalted butter.
- Cocoa – the cocoa powder gives these cookies their delicious chocolate flavor! This recipe uses natural unsweetened cocoa, organic cacao, or dutch cocoa powder.
- Peanut Butter – Use no-stir creamy natural peanut butter for a smooth and perfect texture. For a crunchy texture, you can use chunky peanut butter.
- Old Fashioned Oats – recipes for no-bake cookies often include quick oats, but I prefer the chewier texture of old-fashioned whole-rolled oats.
- Vanilla – adding just a small amount of pure vanilla extract enhances these cookies’ flavor, making them delicious!
Can You Use Quick Oats?
I use old fashioned oats in no bake cookies because my family prefers the chewier texture. However, you can use quick cooking oats if you prefer a softer texture. Either will do the job, so use what you have available.
How to Make No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats
Creating delicious peanut butter no bake cookies with old fashioned oats doesn’t have to be a challenge. To ensure consistent results every time, read through the instructions listed below.
Additionally, you can find answers to common questions in the FAQ section of this post. With these helpful tips, you can whip up the perfect no bake cookies easily.
Here is how to make the best no bake cookies recipe with old fashioned oats.
Step 1 – Line Baking Sheets
Begin by lining two large baking sheets with parchment paper and putting them aside.
Step 2 – Add First 4 Ingredients and Boil
Add the butter to a medium saucepan or enameled Dutch oven and melt over medium heat. Once melted, add the granulated sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Bring the chocolate mixture to a full rolling boil and boil for one minute.
Once the mixture reaches a full boil, set a timer for 60 seconds. The rolling boil should be evident – the top should be entirely covered with bubbles.
Boiling too long will result in dry no bake cookies, and not boiling enough will prevent them from setting properly. Thus, the boil time is of the utmost importance.
Step 3 – Add Remaining Ingredients
Once the timer has gone off, take the pan off the stove and stir in the creamy peanut butter, old-fashioned rolled oats, and vanilla. Mix until all the ingredients are blended and the oats are evenly coated.
Step 4 – Drop Cookies on the Prepared Baking Sheet
Drop no-bake cookie mixture by approximately 1 ½-2 tablespoon spoonfuls onto the prepared parchment-lined cookie sheet using a cookie scoop or large spoon.
The chocolate peanut butter no bake cookies with old fashioned oats will have a soft texture but gradually become firmer as they cool. The cookies usually take 20 to 30 minutes to be fully set.
Baking Tips
- Before beginning no bake cookies made with old-fashioned oats, gather and measure all the basic ingredients. Doing this in advance will make the process go quickly and smoothly.
- Once you take the mixture off the stove, quickly mix the remaining ingredients. Then, scoop out the cookie-size portions immediately; if you wait too long, the cookie dough will begin to cool and harden in the pan.
- Allow the cookies to cool for at least 20 to 30 minutes so that they will fully set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Make No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats?
Yes, you can make no bake cookies with old fashioned oats. The oats provide a chewy texture and nutty flavor.
Why Are My No Bake Cookies Not Setting?
The main reason chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies may not set is that the mixture was not allowed to boil long enough, which helps the cookies set.
Why Are My No Bake Cookies Dry
The most likely reason your no bake cookies with old fashioned oats are dry and crumbly is that they were cooked too long. Ensure you follow the recipe and only boil the mixture for the required amount of time.
Can You Substitute Brown Sugar for White Sugar in No Bake Cookies?
Yes, you can substitute brown sugar for white sugar in peanut butter no bake cookies with old fashioned oats. The texture and flavor will be slightly different than if you used white sugar, but the cookies will still be delicious.
What Are No Bake Cookies Made Of?
No bake cookies using old fashioned oats are typically made with oatmeal, sugar, butter, cocoa powder, milk, and peanut butter. These ingredients are the perfect combination for the easiest cookies!
Can You Freeze No Bake Cookies?
It is possible to freeze no bake cookies with old fashioned oats and peanut butter. To do so, first, let the cookies set. Then, place them on a baking sheet and freeze them until they are firm. Afterward, layer the cookies with parchment paper and store them in an airtight container or freezer bag in the freezer.
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No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats
No-bake cookies with old-fashioned oats are a delicious and easy treat. Perfect for busy days when you don’t have time to spend in the kitchen, these no-bake cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients, and you don’t need an oven.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into slices
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
Begin by lining two large baking sheets with parchment paper and putting them aside.
Add the butter to a large saucepan or enameled Dutch oven and melt over medium heat. Once melted, add the granulated sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Bring to a rolling boil and boil for one minute.
Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, set a timer for 60 seconds. The rolling boil should be evident – the top should be entirely covered with bubbles.
Boiling too long will result in dry no bake cookies, and not boiling enough will prevent them from setting properly. Thus, timing is of the utmost importance.
Once the timer has gone off, take the pan off the stove and stir in the peanut butter, old-fashioned oats, and vanilla. Mix until all the ingredients are blended and the oats are evenly coated.
Drop no-bake cookie mixture by approximately 1 ½-2 tablespoon spoonfuls onto the prepared parchment-lined cookie sheet using a cookie scoop or spoon.
The cookies will have a soft texture but gradually become firmer as they cool. The cookies usually take 20 to 30 minutes to be fully set.
Notes
- Before beginning these cookies, gather and measure all the ingredients. Doing this in advance will make the process go quickly and smoothly.
- Once you take the mixture off the stove, quickly mix the remaining ingredients. Then, scoop out the cookie-size portions immediately; if you wait too long, the cookie dough will begin to cool and harden in the pan.
- Allow the cookies to cool for 20-30 minutes to set fully.