Recipe courtesy of Nora Ziegenfus.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 stick butter
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup cocoa
- 3 cups oatmeal
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
Directions
- Combine the sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Let simmer one minute, then remove from heat.
- Add oatmeal, peanut butter, and vanilla.
- Stir until well blended, then drop into a lightly greased pan (8×8 or 9×13).
- Refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours until set, then cut into squares.
I acquired this recipe from a lovely woman named Nora. After eating so many of these no-bake cookies at the Ziegenfus household, I decided to finally make them myself. They’re so easy, delicious, and addicting. I’d definitely add them to a “must-try” list if I were you. I’m even going to make a bold statement and say that these are kind of, sort of healthy. Just ignore the entire stick of butter and the two cups of sugar! I think considering them a healthier alternative to brownies would be appropriate though. Good luck and enjoy!