No Bake Cookies II

There’s nothing quite like a warm, freshly baked cookie straight out of the oven. But sometimes you don’t have the time or energy to bake cookies from scratch. These no-bake cookies are the perfect solution! Made with just a few simple ingredients, they come together in a snap and taste just as delicious as traditional baked cookies.

Ingredients

• 2 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 3 cups quick cooking oats
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a saucepan, mix together brown sugar, butter or margarine, and milk. Bring to a boil and boil for one minute, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat and mix in cocoa powder, quick-cooking oats and vanilla extract. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let cookies cool until set.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 170
• Fat: 8 g
• Saturated fat: 4.5 g
• Unsaturated fat: 3.5 g
• Trans fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Sodium: 70 mg
• Potassium: 80 mg

Is there a way to harden No bake cookies?

If your cookies are mushy even after they’ve set, try refrigerating them. Some of the ingredients, such as butter, chocolate, or peanut butter, will not stay completely set at room temperature. Just like a stick of butter, the longer they sit at room temperature, the looser and stickier the cookies will get.

You can also try adding more flour to the dough. This will help absorb some of the moisture and make for a firmer cookie. If your dough is too dry, however, you may end up with crumbly cookies. So be sure to add just enough flour to achieve the desired consistency.

Can you put no bake cookies in the oven to harden?

No bake cookies are a great treat, but sometimes they can be a little too soft. If you need your no bake cookies to stay soft after reheating, here’s a great trick! Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place the no bake cookies on the sheet, and heat them up in an oven for 1-2 minutes at 325°F (160°C) or until they’re heated through. You don’t want to overcook them either! This will help harden the cookies so they’ll be easier to eat.

Can you substitute almond milk for regular milk in no bake cookies?

Yes, you can substitute almond milk for regular milk in no bake cookies. The same way that you would use cow’s milk. That means, I use almond milk in my cooking, baking, and when I’m craving a glass of something cold and delicious.

Why are my No bake cookies gooey?

There are a few reasons why your no bake cookies might be gooey. The most common reason is that you didn’t boil the mixture for long enough. As explained above, your cookies will not hold together if the sugar doesn’t reach soft ball stage. If you have had problems with runny cookies in the past, try cooking the mixture for longer on the stovetop.

Another possible reason for gooey cookies is that you used too much liquid in the recipe. If your dough is too wet, it will be difficult to form into balls and will be more likely to fall apart when you try to eat them. Try adding a little less liquid next time, or experiment with different types of flour to see if that makes a difference.

Finally, it’s also possible that your cookies are gooey because they haven’t been cooked long enough. No bake cookies should be firm to the touch when they’re done – if they’re still soft and doughy in the middle, they need to cook for a bit longer. Put them back in the oven and check on them every few minutes until they’re set.

How long does it take no bake cookies to harden?

No-bake cookies are a quick and easy option for when you want to make homemade cookies without having to turn on the oven. They typically only require a few ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, making them a great last-minute dessert option. But how long do they take to harden?

The answer depends on a few factors, including the type of cookie and the environment in which they are set to harden. For example, no-bake cookies made with cocoa powder will harden faster than those made with peanut butter because cocoa powder is more absorbent. Similarly, if you set your cookies in a cool room or fridge, they will harden quicker than if you leave them out at room temperature.

Generally speaking, however, most no-bake cookies will be ready to eat within 30-45 minutes of being prepared.