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A batch of no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies on a rustic wooden tray, drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with oats.

No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

A quick, healthy dessert made with rolled oats, cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners. No oven required—ready in 10 minutes! Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigerate for 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 15 Cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups rolled oats use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/3 cup honey maple syrup, or agave (for sweetness)
  • 1/4 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional add-ins: mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chopped nuts

Method
 

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients : In a large bowl, combine oats, cocoa powder, and salt.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients : In a saucepan, heat peanut butter, honey, milk, and vanilla over medium heat. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
  3. Combine : Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until fully coated.
  4. Add-ins : Fold in chocolate chips, coconut, or nuts if using.
  5. Scoop & Chill : Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop mixture onto parchment-lined trays. Flatten slightly.
  6. Set : Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving, basic version):
Calories: ~120–150 kcal (varies by add-ins)
Protein: 3–5g
Carbohydrates: 12–15g
Fat: 6–8g (mostly healthy fats from peanut butter and oats)
Fiber: 2–3g
Vitamins: Rich in B-vitamins, iron, and magnesium
Dietary Info :
Vegan option (use maple syrup and coconut oil)
Gluten-free option (use certified gluten-free oats)
Nut-free option (use sunflower seed butter)
Low-sugar option (reduce sweetener or use a sugar-free alternative)