Description
Lazy Cake Cookies are a no-bake, easy-to-make treat combining chocolate wafer cookies, cocoa powder, and sweetened condensed milk. These rich, fudgy cookies require no baking and are perfect for a quick dessert or snack, setting in the refrigerator until firm.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 1 package (14 oz) chocolate wafer cookies (or any plain cookies like graham crackers)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Crush the cookies: Start by crushing the cookies into small pieces. You can do this by placing them in a large resealable bag and using a rolling pin, or by pulsing them in a food processor for a finer crumb. Set the crushed cookies aside.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the cocoa powder, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Add the crushed cookies to the bowl with the wet ingredients. Stir thoroughly to ensure all cookie pieces are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture. The resulting mixture will be quite thick.
- Form the cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into balls for cookies, or press the entire mixture evenly into a parchment-lined dish about 1 inch thick to make bars.
- Chill: Place the cookies or bars in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to allow them to firm up and set properly.
- Serve: Once firm, remove from the fridge. If you made bars, cut them into squares. Enjoy your easy, no-bake Lazy Cake Cookies!
Notes
- You can substitute any plain cookie if chocolate wafers are unavailable; graham crackers work well.
- For a finer texture, use a food processor to crush the cookies.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Optionally, sprinkle chopped nuts or shredded coconut over the mixture before chilling for extra texture and flavor.
