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Finally a cookie you don't have to turn the oven on for! These sweet and fun little bits almost melt in your mouth and ones the kids will love. They have a very satisfying nice surprise with the addition of the peanut butter and combined with the chocolate is amazing!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pieces

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • sauce pan
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 6 tablespoons milk
  • 3 tablespoons baking cocoa
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 10oz jar maraschino cherries, well drained and finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk and cocoa. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and extracts until blended. Stir in oats and cherries. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate for two hours and store in airtight containers.

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Notes

Tip: Before placing on cookie sheet to chill, let the mixture cool for just a few minutes.
Keyword cherry, cookie, dessert, easy, no bake