Vegan Healthy No-Bake Oatmeal Cookies
These wholesome no-bake cookies combine sucanat, cocoa powder, and coconut oil for a rich chocolate base, studded with pre-soaked oats, peanut butter, and optional coconut and raisins. The mixture is boiled briefly then dropped onto cookie sheets to set, creating chewy cookies that firm up within minutes. Perfect for when you want homemade cookies without turning on the oven, these treats offer natural sweetness and satisfying texture from whole food ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sucanat or rapaduracoconut sugar1:1refined-sugar-free
similar sweetness profile
- 1 cup pure water
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 6 cups pre-soaked oats
- 1 cup peanut butter, natural style or natural soaked almond butter
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut(optional)
- 1 ½ cups raisins(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine sucanat, water, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and coconut oil in a large pot
- 2
Place pot on burner over medium heat
- 3
Bring to a boil and let boil for 2 minutes, whisking continuously to prevent burning and ensure coconut oil melts and mixes well
- 4
Remove from heat
- 5
Add rolled oats, nut butter, shredded coconut, and raisins
- 6
Mix well until mixture is thick but stirrable
- 7
Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto cookie sheets
- 8
Allow to cool for a few minutes until set
- 9
Store in an airtight container
Tips
Pre-soak oats ahead of time for better digestibility and texture in the finished cookies
Work quickly when mixing in the oats and other ingredients as the mixture will begin to firm up as it cools
Use a cookie scoop or large spoon to drop uniform portions for evenly sized cookies
Good to Know
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week
Can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in airtight container
Serve at room temperature as a snack or dessert
Common Mistakes
Whisk continuously during boiling to prevent burning the chocolate mixture
Work quickly when adding dry ingredients as mixture firms up as it cools
Substitutions
Nut-Free Alternatives
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use regular oats instead of pre-soaked oats?
Yes, but pre-soaked oats are easier to digest and create better texture. If using regular oats, the cookies may be slightly chewier.
What if my mixture seems too wet or dry?
If too wet, add more oats gradually. If too dry, add a tablespoon of water or melted coconut oil at a time until mixture holds together.
How long do these cookies keep?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for up to two weeks for firmer texture.