Description
These Healthy No Bake Cookies are a delicious and quick treat made with natural peanut butter, oats, cocoa powder, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. Perfect for a healthy snack or a guilt-free dessert, they require no baking and can be prepared in under 10 minutes, then chilled until firm.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), coconut oil, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir continuously until the mixture melts completely and becomes smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add flavorings and dry ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Then add the rolled oats and shredded coconut if using, mixing thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Shape cookies: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the sheet. Gently flatten each spoonful slightly to form cookie shapes.
- Chill cookies: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the cookies for 30 to 45 minutes or until they become firm.
- Store: Store the cookies in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can add mini chocolate chips, chia seeds, or flaxseeds for extra texture and nutritional benefits.
- Almond butter or cashew butter can be substituted for peanut butter depending on your preference or dietary restrictions.
