Description
These Healthy No Bake Cookies are a deliciously chewy and fudgy treat made with wholesome ingredients like almond milk, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Perfectly vegan and gluten-free when using certified oats, these cookies require no oven baking and come together quickly, making them an easy, nutritious sweet snack.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups whole rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking and allow them to set properly.
- Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the coconut oil. Add maple syrup, almond milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract, whisking together until smooth and combined.
- Boil Mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, maintaining it for 2 minutes and stirring frequently to prevent scorching and ensure thorough mixing.
- Add Oats: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the rolled oats until they are evenly coated with the chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
- Form Cookies: Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the cookie batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the cookies for about 30 minutes or until firm and set.
Notes
- For gluten-free cookies, be sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
- You can substitute peanut butter with any other creamy nut or seed butter if desired.
- If the mixture is too runny, chill it slightly before scooping to help the cookies hold their shape better.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a sweeter taste, add a pinch of salt or more maple syrup as per preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American