easter no bake cookies
These delightful Easter no-bake cookies are perfect for celebrating the season without turning on the oven. They combine the flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and crushed cereal, making them a fun and delicious treat for all ages.
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup chopped nuts optional
- ½ cup mini chocolate eggs or any Easter-themed candy
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the butter is melted, and the mixture is well combined.
- Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil for about 1 minute, then remove it from heat.
- Stir in the peanut butter until it's fully melted and smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats and, if using, chopped nuts. Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until everything is well coated.
- Add the mini chocolate eggs to the mixture and gently fold them in.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or your hands, drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the parchment paper, shaping them into cookies.
- Once all cookies are formed, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the cookies to firm up.
- After chilling, enjoy your delicious Easter no-bake cookies!
Notes
You can customize these cookies by adding different types of nuts or dried fruits if desired.
To store, keep the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.