Rich, fudgy no-bake cookies with a hint of peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings or quick treats.
Author:emma-brooks
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:6 minutes
Total Time:46 minutes
Yield:24 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
Combine the sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and butter in a medium saucepan. Stir gently so the dry ingredients are hydrated before you apply heat.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir frequently. Heat until the mixture comes to a boil, scraping the bottom to prevent scorching.
Once boiling, allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute, then remove the saucepan from the heat.
Immediately stir in the rolled oats, semi-sweet chocolate chips, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until everything is fully combined. If you would like coconut, fold in the shredded coconut now.
Use a spoon to drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for easy removal.
Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes, or until the cookies are set.
Serve and enjoy your cookies. Let cookies sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving if they are too firm from refrigeration.
Notes
Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They may also be frozen for up to 3 months.