Let’s whip up these easy and delicious no-bake cookies:

1. Prepare Baking Sheet:

• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. Combine and Boil Liquid Ingredients:

• In a medium saucepan, melt the ¼ cup of coconut oil over medium heat.
• Once melted, add the ½ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter.
• Whisk all these ingredients together continuously until well combined and smooth.
• Bring the mixture to a rolling boil (a boil that continues even when you stir it). Once it reaches a rolling boil, continue to boil for exactly 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching. Timing this boil is crucial for the cookies to set properly.

3. Add Vanilla and Oats:

• After boiling for 2 minutes, immediately remove the saucepan from the heat.
• Stir in the ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
• Add the 1½ cups of whole rolled oats to the hot mixture. Stir well with a spoon or spatula until all the oats are evenly coated and the mixture is thoroughly combined.

4. Scoop and Chill:

• Working relatively quickly while the mixture is still warm, use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop (or two regular spoons) to scoop and drop portions of the batter onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Space them slightly apart, though they don’t spread much.
• Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, or until the cookies are firm and completely set.

5. Store and Enjoy:

• Once firm, the No Bake Cookies can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to an airtight container.

Incredibly fast from stovetop to treat