Explore the science of poop with this fun lesson plan for kids. Read, play, and cook delicious no-bake cookies to learn about how animal scat differs between animals. It's gross, but cool science that kids will love! Perfect for scouts, school, homeschool, and more.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time4 minutesmins
Cooling Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: no-bake cookies, cookies
Servings: 10cookies
Ingredients
1/2cupbutter
1/2cupmilk
1/3cupcocoa powder
2cupsgranulated sugar
Dash of salt
1teaspoonvanilla
1/2cuppeanut butter
3cupsoats
Add-ins for scat:
Dried cranberriesblueberries, etc.
Dried coconut flakes.
Peanutsslivered almonds, etc.
Instructions
In medium sauce pan melt butter. Add in milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and dash of salt. Bring to a rolling boil and let boil for 4 minutes. This is necessary for them to set up later.
Remove from heat and add vanilla and peanut butter. Pour over oats and mix well. Wait until it is cool enough to handle, but still warm.
Spray hands with cooking spray or coat in butter.
Shape into poop shapes and place on wax paper. Add nuts, dried berries, and coconut as desired.
Let cool before eating and store in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.