These No Bake Chocolate Almond Delights are the perfect treat for when you're craving something sweet but don't want to turn on the oven. They're rich, nutty, and just the right level of sweet. Plus, they're ready in a snap!
Sugar: The backbone of the sweet flavor and helps the cookies set properly. Unsalted butter: Adds richness and helps bind everything together. Whole milk: Provides moisture and creaminess. Unsweetened cocoa powder: Delivers that deep, chocolatey taste. Quick-cooking oats: Give structure and a chewy texture. Almond butter: Adds a nutty flavor and creamy texture. Vanilla extract: Enhances all the flavors. Salt: Balances the sweetness and brings out the chocolate flavor. Sliced almonds: Add a delightful crunch and extra nuttiness.
These delights are fantastic on their own, but if you want to get fancy, pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert. They're also a lovely addition to a dessert platter for parties, alongside fresh fruit or other cookies.
First, you'll want to grab a medium saucepan and combine the sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa powder. Set this over medium heat and keep stirring until everything's nicely combined and the mixture reaches a rolling boil. Once it's boiling, let it go for a solid minute — this is crucial for the cookies to set later on.
After a minute of boiling, take the saucepan off the heat. Now, you'll stir in the almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Make sure everything is well incorporated — no lumps of almond butter!
Next, fold in the quick-cooking oats and sliced almonds. Stir until the oats and almonds are evenly coated with the chocolatey mixture. This is where the cookies start to take shape.
Now it's time to drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You can use a regular spoon or an ice cream scoop to make uniformly sized cookies. Let them cool completely, which will allow them to set. Patience is key here!
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