Craving something sweet but don’t feel like turning on the oven? These addicting no-bake cookies are loaded with a double-delight of chocolate and just about everything else!
No bake. It’s baaaaaaaack!! The sequel Part No.2. Because it’s now June and because things are heating up around here. Nearly 90 degrees they’re saying for tomorrow with full-on humidity.
Oh, and did I mention that we currently do not have an air conditioner? Yes, I think I’m just gonna move into the fridge with these cookies and the ice cream for the next few days…
So these cookies. They were actually born during that dark, dark time nearly two weeks ago when I was completely OVEN-less (now I’m AC-less—haaa the irony…) and the kiddos were more or less on their knees BEGGING for cookies. Of all the times….
But who am I to say no to a completely reasonable and logical request? Depriving kids of cookies is like a summer without ice cream.
In other words, it is just NOT done.
So I caved and made no-bake cookies for the poor children with ZERO intentions of the recipe ever making it onto the blog.
And then….I tasted the batter. BIG MISTAKE.
Guys, that stuff was simply put, OUTTA THIS WORLD.
Also, I’m kind of embarrassed about the fact that I kinda ate more of the batter than the actual cookies. Whooooops.
Needless to say those cookies got made again. And again. And then I decided that recipes like this were meant to be SHARED. So onto the blog they go.
Oh, and just to clarify: Cookies like this are NOT meant to be shared. Unless you’re a cookie-hater which I’m pretty sure includes uhhh, NOBODY.
Let’s get down to business: No-bake cookies are pretty much the simple of the simple. They require basic ingredients, minimal time to whip up, and absolutely ZERO effort on your part. Just a few of the many selling points….
And because these are kitchen sink cookies, ummm you KNOW we’re putting in nearly every cookie-extra known to mankind. That’s just how it’s done. 😉
The base of these cookies is quick-cooking oats. No flour or eggs here! Our binding properties include the oats, creamy peanut butter and your ripest banana. Oh, heaaaavens.
Other than that, all we’ve got is a little bit of milk, unsweetened cocoa, a minuscule amount of butter, coconut sugar (brown sugar works great too!) vanilla extract and salt for flavor. Seriously that’s all!
Oh and BONUS ALERT: Everything whips up in the same bowl. Because multiple sinkfuls of dirty dishes is just something to always be avoided.
EXTRA BONUS ALERT: This is a great recipe to make with little kiddos since it doesn’t require hot ovens and a lot of time. I smell several awesome WINS.
Just a little note here: The dough WILL be kinda on the sticky side but this is A-OK. Be sure to use floured hands when you roll the dough into balls to keep things from getting too messy.
Oh, and don’t forget to press those mini chocolate chips on top of your cookies after they’re all shaped. You can totally skip this step if you like, but really? Extra chocolate = Always a necessary thing.
Then it’s into the fridge with the cookies for a mere 30-45 minutes or until they’re nice and firm.
The only thing left to do then is pour yourself a tall glass of milk and go to chewy, loaded-with-everything cold cookie HEAVEN.
A good place to hang out this time of year, fo’ sure. 😉
Consider yourself warned, friends: You’re not gonna be able to stop eating these.

No-Bake Double Chocolate Kitchen Sink Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 medium ripe banana mashed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
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Place sugar, cocoa, milk, peanut butter, mashed banana, and butter in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until mixture is smooth and slightly simmering. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, salt, and oats until mixture forms a dough (dough will be slightly sticky)
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With floured hands, roll dough into 1-in balls and place in a parchment paper-lined container. Press mini chocolate chips on top of cookies. Refrigerate cookies 30-45 minutes or until completely firm.
Recipe Notes
Store cookies in refrigerator up to 1 week. Cookies may also be frozen up to 2 months.
Recipe slightly adapted from Well Plated.
I absolutely insist that you try my Healthy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Truffles next. ♥
Oh no! I hope it’s not too bad for you without air conditioning! But I’m sure these cookies will make you forget all about that! I love that these are no bake and filled with so many delicious ingredients! Love these, Sarah!
Gayle @ Pumpkin ‘N Spice recently posted…Toasted Caprese Garlic Bread
Thanks Gayle! These cookies definitely make the whole “no a/c thing” a little easier!! 😉
No AC?! Yikes! I hope it doesn’t get too hot for you! 🙁 These look wonderful, I can always use a good no-bake recipe!
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating recently posted…Vegan Strawberry Shortcake.
Thanks Kelly! You just can’t beat no-bake this time of year!! 😉
Look at you taking matters into your own hands when you were oven-less!!! you go girl! LOVE these cookies . . just the kind of cookies I will not be *baking* all summer long! 😛 love! hooray for no-bake!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom recently posted…Gluten Free Blueberry Banana Bread
Ahhhh! YES. I love that! This is definitely the only cookie recipe that I will “NOT” be baking this summer too! LOL
Oh no, hope it doesn’t get too hot and u find a way to keep cool. No-bake and ice cream every day sounds like the perfect solution. Love all the goodies you packed into these yummy cookies! They look fantastic and so delicious!
Kelly – Life Made Sweeter recently posted…No-Churn Cake Batter Ice Cream {Funfetti}
You’re pretty much the queen of ice cream yourself, Kelly! I kinda want to live in your freezer. 😀
Uhm… these look AMAZING. I totally had a chocolate craving the other night but didn’t know what to make. I’m armed and ready for next time! Great recipe!
Heather – Butter & Burlap recently posted…Mini Orange Muffins with Sweet Brown Sugar Orange Glaze
These cookies are literally the PERFECT way to deal with that chocolate craving! They’re a little healthier than your average cookie and definitely easier to throw together!
Love these cookies and the fact that they are no bake! Perfect for summer and I’ll definitely try them! No AC? Hope they fix it soon, hope it isn’t too hot there!
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Ugh, the oven really can heat up the house- thank god for these no bake cookies! Love how the peanut butter/banana must meld together on the stovetop and looove all the goodies packed in these cookies!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout recently posted…10-Minute Vegan + GF Fried Rice (For One!)
All the flavor combos in these cookies are just fantastic together! It’s just impossible to have only one. 😉
Love how easy these are to make, as well that you added bananas and coconut sugar, a quick no bake cookies during summer is all I need to keep me happy!
Katalina @ Peas and Peonies recently posted…Pink Asymmetrical Dress and Balloons for my Birthday Party
Thanks Katalina! I hope you get to try these cookies very soon!
What stunning cookies – I love that they’re no bake!! What a perfect sweet treat – I love how healthy they are too! Anything with chocolate is a must in my household, so I will definitely have to make these!
Harriet Emily recently posted…CHOCOLATE CARAMEL COOKIE SUNDAE
Thanks so much Harriet Emily! You definitely need to give these cookies a try this summer!
These are fabulous! It’s supposed to heat up around here so I need to make some of these!
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You SO do!! 😉 Thanks Julie.
No a/c is the best excuse to make these cookies. Love no bake treats!
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Totally the best excuse ever! 😉 Thanks Jen!
It is only the beginning of June and it is so darn hot I refuse to turn on the oven until September!! These No Bake beauties will be making an appearance soon!
Annie @Maebells recently posted…Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies
I feel for ‘ya, Annie! I think you’ve got the heat even worse than we do! You definitely deserve a big batch of these cookies in your life!
I just love what you’ve called these, Sarah … a perfect description! Definitely loving the sound of them. I like that they’re healthy but with just a tiny hint of naughtiness. Means you can eat as many as you like, right? 🙂
Helen @ Scrummy Lane recently posted…Fava bean, mint & ricotta crostini
YES. The way you described that is spot-on! They’re totally healthy but just a TEENY bit naughty. 😉 And therefore that totally means that you can eat the whole batch. <3
Those cookies sound fantastic! Double chocolate, and no-bake – that’s definitely a winner!
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yay for no-bake! these cookies look so delicious Sarah!
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Agh having no air conditioning is the worst. Been there, done that. It is nearly impossible in Southern California…and we happened to have 90 degree weather today too.
But I bet a big batch of these yummy cookies would solve everything! Pinning!
It’s definitely no fun! Hope things cool down a little for you guys too, Mariah! In the meantime…COOKIES! They’re make it a little better. 😉
Bring on the no-bake! I was just strolling through my feed and I couldn’t resist coming and catching a glimpse of these cookies! They would be a big hit here 🙂 Pinned!
Thanks Ashley! These cookies are definitely right up your alley, girl! You must try ’em. 😉
I’ll take a dozen please! And hope you cool off!
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I think the dough of no bake cookies is sooooo good. These are totally my kind of cookies, Sarah! Plus there’s no oven required and they’re on the healthier side. I seriously see these in my near future!
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Right?! The dough might even be better than the actual cookies! 😉
Haha, kids totally beg for things at the most inopportune times! But I would probably beg for these too, because, wowza, these look amazing!
Michelle { A Latte Food } recently posted…Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Buttercream
Haha they so do but I’m definitely glad they did this time, because it resulted in some pretty sweet cookies!
Loved these delicious looking no-bake cookies! Thanks for fabulous share!
Thank you Anu!!
OH no, sorry to hear that you don’t have AC! These cookies though, they look amazing!
Thanks so much Sam!! xoxo
If I didn’t have a/c I would be making no-bake treats exclusively! But I do have a/c and I still hate to turn my oven on! These are perfect!
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! recently posted…Chocolate Cherry Banana Bread Muffins
Haha either way you MUST try these cookies, Amber!
Oh no! I don’t know which is worse, no oven or no AC! But at least you have delicious cookies to eat. Can’t believe that these are no-bake!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen recently posted…Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers
Yes! It’s definitely the up-side to super-hot weather! 😉 Thanks Christin!
These sound wonderful and look super easy. Love that you don’t have to turn on the oven!
Kelley @ Chef Savvy recently posted…Steak Salad with Grilled Asparagus and Mushrooms
Thanks Kelley! They’re totally win-win kinda cookies!
Yesterday was our first hot day. 104! Insane! I won’t be turning on my oven for a longgggg time! So these no bake cookies are going to be a real life saver : )
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Eeek!! That’s pretty warm, Natalie! Totally wish I could send you a boxful of these cookies right now!
I am so hungry for dinner right now and clearly should not be reading blogs. I want to eat ALL THESE cookies!! haha
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Haha! BEST dinner ever right here! 😉
Oh my goodness I would die without air conditioning! These no bake bites are perfect to cook without worrying about heating up the house!
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Haha thanks Shelby! You’ve gotta try these for sure!