Mud Pies Recipe

Craving a delicious, no-bake treat without the peanut butter? These Mud Pies are your answer! This easy recipe delivers rich, fudgy oatmeal cookies that taste just like decadent fudge – but are surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for a quick dessert or satisfying sweet craving, these peanut-free cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 143.5 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Mud Pies

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How to Make Mud Pies

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup milk. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for 1 1/2 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and immediately pour the mixture over 2 cups of quick-cooking oats in a large bowl.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the cookies to set. For best results, keep refrigerated to prevent them from becoming too sugary.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

4g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mud Pies?

Mud Pies takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mud Pies?

Mud Pies has approximately 143.5 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mud Pies?

The key ingredients for Mud Pies are Sugar, Cocoa, Milk, Margarine, Quick Oats, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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