These chocolate no bake cookies are so easy and quick to make and are the perfect treat to have on hand during the holidays and beyond! Made with chocolate, peanut butter and oats, these no bake cookies really are the best!
Christmas is the season for cookies, but I don’t always have the time to be watching the oven. That’s where these no bake cookies come in. So easy to make, the whole family will love these chocolate treats!
How to Make Chocolate No Bake Cookies
In a large saucepan, bring the butter, sugar, milk, cocoa powder and salt to the boil for a minute and then remove from the heat. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla and mix well before combining the oats.
Drop the mixture, a tablespoon at a time, on to a parchment lined baking sheet, and let cool completely before storing or serving.
How long do no chocolate no bake cookies keep?
The beauty of chocolate no bake cookies, is that they have a long shelf life compared to baked cookies. Once they have fully set, transfer them to an airtight container, with the layers separated by parchment, and they will keep at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
You can also freeze the cookies in ziplock bags and they will be good for about 2 months.
Delicious No Bake Cookies
FAQ
What homemade cookies stay fresh the longest?
What is the shelf life of homemade cookies?
How long can cookies sit out before they go bad?
How far in advance can you make cookies?
How long do homemade cookies last?
After six months, the cookie’s quality will begin to deteriorate. That’s why I always recommend eating frozen goodies sooner rather than later. Homemade cookies can last a week at room temperature and up to six months in the freezer – but that doesn’t mean they will. If you don’t store them correctly, you won’t achieve these timeframes. 1.
How long do hard boiled eggs last when refrigerated?
Hard-boiled eggs can be preserved up to 7 days in the refrigerator. Keeping them with the shell will help to protect the egg from bacteria, and can help prevent them from absorbing odors from other foods in your refrigerator.
How long do icebox cookies last?
Keep logs of icebox cookie dough in the fridge for up to three days or in the freezer for six months. Be sure to wrap the logs tight and place them in an airtight bag before popping them in the chill chest. Cookies like shortbread and spritz are great candidates if you want cookies that’ll last a while.
Do cookies expire?
Of course, all foods last for a shorter period of time if they are not stored properly. Remember that cookies, like a lot of other sweets, usually have a best by date and not an expiration date. Because of this distinction, you may safely use them to satisfy your sweet tooth even after the best before date has lapsed.