Description

These No-bake Cookies No Oatmeal are a delightful treat made with shredded coconut and peanut butter. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, they make a great snack or dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 cup (85 grams) unsweetened shredded coconut short strands
2 tablespoons (40 grams) maple syrup
2/3 cup (133 grams) granulated sugar or coconut sugar
4–6 tablespoons (60–90 ml) milk of choice
1/3 cup (38 grams) dutch-process cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup (170 grams) natural peanut butter
1 cup (145 grams) finely chopped peanuts or other nuts/seeds

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 °F (165 °C) if toasting coconut in the oven. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and evenly spread the shredded coconut. Toast for 3 minutes, stir, and continue baking until golden brown, about 3-4 more minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
For stove toasting, use a clean, dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shredded coconut, spreading it into an even layer. Stir frequently until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer immediately to a plate to stop the cooking process.
Allow the toasted coconut to cool completely to prevent oil separation in the peanut butter while making the cookies.
Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat, mix maple syrup, sugar, milk, cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt, stirring until bubbles form. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter, adding more milk if necessary for consistency.
Mix in the toasted coconut and chopped peanuts until combined.
Use a 1 1/2 tbsp cookie scoop to drop the mixture onto the prepared parchment paper, working quickly to prevent oil separation.
Refrigerate the cookies for about 1 1/2 hours until firm. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

For a different flavor, try substituting almond butter or sunflower seed butter for the peanut butter.
Ensure the toasted coconut is fully cooled before mixing to maintain the right texture in the cookies.
These cookies can be customized with various mix-ins such as chocolate chips or dried fruits.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg