Classic no-bake cookies made with peanut butter, oats, cocoa, and sugar — ready in minutes and perfect for a sweet, easy treat.

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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir until the mixture comes to a boil.
Let boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
Remove from heat and immediately stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Add oats and mix until fully coated in the chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
Let cookies cool and set at room temperature until firm, about 20–30 minutes. Optionally refrigerate to speed up setting.

Use quick oats for best texture—steel-cut oats are too coarse.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
To make them dairy-free, substitute plant-based milk and vegan butter.
For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of cinnamon or shredded coconut.