Description
Fiddle Diddles No Bake Cookies are a classic, easy-to-make treat combining rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and hearty oats. Ready in just 40 minutes without the need for an oven, these cookies offer a delicious blend of sweet and nutty flavors with a fudgy texture, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth quickly and effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Wet and Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- ½ cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your preference!)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Sugar, Butter, Milk, Cocoa, and Salt: In a medium saucepan, mix the granulated sugar, unsalted butter pieces, milk, cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
- Melt and Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the butter melts completely and the sugar dissolves, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Time the Boil: Once boiling, set a timer for exactly 1 minute while continuing to stir constantly to prevent burning.
- Remove from Heat: Immediately take the saucepan off the heat after the 1 minute boil.
- Stir in Oats: Add the quick-cooking oats to the hot chocolate mixture and stir thoroughly until all oats are coated.
- Incorporate Peanut Butter: Add the peanut butter and stir until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fully combined.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract evenly throughout the mixture.
- Drop by Spoonfuls: Spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper in small mounds.
- Shape (Optional): Gently shape or flatten cookies using your fingers or the back of a spoon, if desired.
- Let Set: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes until firm, or speed up setting by refrigerating for 15-20 minutes.
- Store: Once set, keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use quick-cooking oats for the best texture; old-fashioned oats may change the consistency.
- For a richer flavor, use creamy peanut butter, but chunky works well for added texture.
- Ensure constant stirring during boiling to prevent burning or sticking to the pan.
- These cookies do not require baking, making them a quick and easy dessert option.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
