Description
These Chocolate No Bake Cookies are a quick and easy treat combining oats, coconut, and rich cocoa, bound together with a sweet buttery syrup. They require no baking, making them perfect for a simple and satisfying dessert or snack that sets as it cools.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 5 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace: Spread parchment paper or wax paper on a flat surface such as the counter or on baking trays to prepare for setting the cookies.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the quick oats, shredded coconut, and cocoa powder thoroughly, then set this mixture aside.
- Cook sugar mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and milk. Bring to a rolling boil and maintain it for 2 minutes, being careful not to boil longer. Remove from heat immediately and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine mixtures: Pour the hot sugar mixture into the bowl containing the oat mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is fully combined and evenly coated.
- Form cookies: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto the prepared parchment paper. Allow the cookies to cool completely until they set and firm up.
Notes
- You can use either sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut depending on your preference for sweetness.
- Do not boil the sugar mixture longer than 2 minutes to prevent burning and achieve the right texture.
- Use quick oats for better texture and ease of mixing; old-fashioned oats may work but could make the cookies less cohesive.
- Ensure cookies fully cool and set before trying to remove them from the parchment paper.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake cookies, chocolate cookies, quick dessert, oatmeal cookies, easy no bake recipe
