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    Home » Dessert Recipes » Cookie Recipes

    Old-Fashioned No Bake Fudge Cookies

    Published: May 6, 2010 Last updated: Apr 16, 2023 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    These peanut butter fudge no bake cookies are basically a chocolate peanut butter fudge recipe made on the stove top with oatmeal mixed in. The end result is a fudge like cookie packed with peanut butter and chocolate flavors.

    No Bake Fudge Cookies are stove-top recipe made with butter, cocoa powder, sugar, and peanut butter, oatmeal, and coconut. This fudge like cookie is basically a chocolate peanut butter fudge that has other goodies stirred in!

    No Bake Fudge Cookies

    These no bake cookies are a family favorite that will satisfy the sweet tooth! They are great for Saturday night popcorn night. Just serve a couple of these fudge cookies with a bowl of popcorn for a yummy movie snack.

    Making No Bake Cookies

    While for some people (and I am one of those people), making no bakes can be a little challenging. A few simple steps and tips will help you be able to make these cookies and have them turn out as perfect as I did!

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    What you need to make these cookies

    You can make the cookies successfully. You just need a few things to help you out.

    Large Heavy Bottom Saucepan: this will help the chocolate fudge to heat evenly.

    Candy Thermometer: I find I have the best success when I use a candy thermometer. This is the one I use.

    Cocoa Powder: Be sure to use a good quality cocoa powder.

    Oatmeal: Regular oats (not quick oats).

    Peanut Butter: Do not use all natural peanut butter. I always use this brand, and it works perfectly.

    Unsalted Butter

    Milk of your choice: Almond, coconut milk, or cows milk,

    No Bake Fudge Cookies STACK

    Tips for a successful no bake fudge cookie recipe

    • Make these without distraction. These no bake fudge cookies an overcook quickly.
    • Have all your ingredients ready to add when it’s time to add them. Oatmeal, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and coconut should all be measured out and at ready when it’s time.
    • Be patient. Cook the syrup slowly and watching it carefully. Test for the softball stage often if you do not have a candy thermometer. If you do have a candy thermometer, I suggest cooking to between 230-235 degree Fahrenheit.
    • If the fudge starts to harden, soften with a tablespoon of milk, If you need a little more, add another ½ tablespoon. Too much milk will put you back to the stage where your fudge is not going to firm up.
    No Bake Fudge Cookies

    How to test the syrup without a candy thermometer

    If you do not have a candy thermometer, you can test your syrup by dripping a little bit of syrup into a dish with a small amount of cold water. The fudge should easily form a soft ball. If it doesn’t come together, its not at that stage yet and if it quickly hardens, your probably overcooked.

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    No Bake Fudge Cookies

    Shelby Law Ruttan
    These peanut butter fudge no bake cookies are basically a chocolate peanut butter fudge recipe made on the stove top with oatmeal mixed in. The end result is a fudge like cookie packed with peanut butter and chocolate flavors.
    4.58 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24
    Calories 180 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • ½ cup unsalted butter
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder , heaping
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ¾ cup chunky peanut butter
    • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes , optional
    • 2¼ cups regular oats

    Instructions
     

    • Mix sugar, butter, salt, cocoa and almond milk in large saucepan.
    • Bring to a slow boil and cook for 10-15 minutes over medium-low heat or until temperature is at a soft ball stage. Once the syrup has reached a soft ball stage, remove from heat.
    • Quickly stir in vanilla, peanut butter, oatmeal and coconut (if using). The no bake cookies should have a still glossy look.
    • Spoon by tablespoonful onto a foil or parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Allow to cool and harden.
    • Store cookies in a container on the shelf (do not refrigerate).

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 91mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 126IUCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 23g
    Keyword no bake cookies, no bake fudge cookies
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    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

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