No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 dozen cookies
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Course
Baked Goods
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Cuisine
Vegetarian, gluten-free
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies
Description
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies blend creamy peanut butter, cocoa, and granulated sugar into a syrupy base that coats oats and chopped pretzels. The boiled mixture, after removing from heat, sets into chewy, slightly crunchy cookies with a hint of saltiness from the sea salt sprinkle. The butter and milk create a smooth, rich binding agent, while oats contribute chewiness. Chopped pretzels add a contrasting crunch and slight saltiness that balances the sweetness.
The preparation involves heating the wet ingredients with sugar and cocoa to a brief boil, then combining with the dry mix before dropping spoonfuls onto wax paper to cool and harden at room temperature. This no-bake method yields a textured cookie without the need for an oven.
The cookies can be stored in an airtight container on the countertop for up to four days, maintaining their texture and flavor. Adjusting the sea salt sprinkle on top can enhance the sweet-salty balance as desired. Using gluten-free oats and pretzels allows adaptation for gluten sensitivity.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 cup pretzels chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt plus extra for sprinkling on cookies, sea salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add milk, sugar, and cocoa and stir to combine while bringing to a boil. Boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Add in peanut butter and vanilla, and stir until smooth. Stir in oats, chopped pretzels, and sea salt.
- Drop mixture by spoonfuls onto waxed paper and let cool completely. Cookies will set up and harden when they cool. Store in an air-tight container on the counter for up to 4 days.
- Note-you can make these gluten-free by using gluten-free oats and pretzels!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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