Description
These No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Cookies are a quick, indulgent treat that combines rich chocolate and chewy coconut in every bite. With just a few ingredients and no need for baking, these cookies come together in minutes, making them perfect for a sweet snack or dessert!
Ingredients
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2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
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1 cup rolled oats
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½ cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
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¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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½ cup dark chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
Instructions
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Prepare the mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, oats, and salt.
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Melt the chocolate: In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter and honey together in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until soft and melted. Stir to combine.
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Add chocolate: Add the dark chocolate chips to the peanut butter mixture and stir until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
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Combine everything: Pour the chocolate mixture into the coconut-oat mixture and add the vanilla extract. Stir well to combine until everything is evenly coated.
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Form the cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press gently to shape them into cookie forms.
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Chill: Place the cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set and firm up.
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Serve: Enjoy these no-bake cookies as a sweet snack or dessert!
Notes
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For a gluten-free version, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
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You can substitute the peanut butter with another nut butter, such as cashew or sunflower butter, if you prefer.
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These cookies can also be topped with chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0g