Description
These Healthy No Bake Cookies are a quick and delicious treat made with simple, wholesome ingredients like coconut oil, cacao powder, maple syrup, and oats. Perfect for a nutritious snack, they require no baking and come together in just 10 minutes, making them ideal for busy days or when you want a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- â…” cup coconut oil, melted
- â…” cup cacao powder
- â…“ cup maple syrup or honey
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups quick oats (rolled oats work too)
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the melted coconut oil, cacao powder, and maple syrup (or honey).
- Whisk Smoothly: Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps of cacao powder remain.
- Add Oats: Add the quick oats (or rolled oats) to the bowl, mixing thoroughly.
- Mix Well: Stir to combine, ensuring the oats are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture for uniform flavor and texture.
- Shape Cookies: Spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Form Cookies: Shape the mixture into 12 evenly sized cookies on the baking sheet.
- Freeze: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 1 hour or until the cookies are firm and set.
- Peel Off: Once firm, carefully peel the cookies off the parchment paper.
- Store Properly: Transfer the cookies to an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
- Refrigerate or Freeze: Store the cookies in the refrigerator for shorter term or freezer for longer shelf life.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey for added sweetness.
- Rolled oats can be used instead of quick oats but may yield a chewier texture.
- Ensure cookies are fully firm before removing from parchment to prevent crumbling.
- Store in the freezer for up to a month for best freshness.
- These cookies are naturally vegan if using maple syrup and honey can be swapped for strict vegan diets.
