Chocolate Coconut No-bake Cookies

Makes about 12 -14 cookies

Amazing, naturally sweetened no bake cookies to satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way!  They are decadent, delicious and so easy to make.  Give this simple recipe a try; your family and friends will devour them in no time!

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 2 tbsp. almond milk (or any other milk you prefer)
  • 3 tbsp. coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder
  • 1/3 cup salted peanut butter, crunchy or creamy (can sub any other nut butter of your choice)
  • 1 cup rolled oats (I used gluten-free)
  • ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • ½ tsp. vanilla extract
  • Pinch sea salt
  • Crushed nuts or more shredded coconut for topping (optional)

Preparation:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
  • In a medium saucepan combine coconut sugar, cocoa or cacao powder, almond milk and coconut oil.  Bring to low boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until bubbling for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and add peanut butter, shredded coconut, oats, vanilla and salt.  Stir to fully incorporate all ingredients.
  • Using a small ice cream scooper or rounded spoon, drop heaping tablespoon amounts of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet.  Sprinkle with additional coconut or chopped nuts (optional).
  • Let sit at room temperature until cooled and firm – about 30 minutes and ENJOY!
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.