Healthy No-Bake Cookies
This healthy no-bake cookies recipe is a yummy treat with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about. Easy to make and super tasty, these yummy morsels are awesome to have on hand for healthier snacking.
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We love easy no-bake cookies around here. Nothing makes me happier than a batch of healthy treats in the fridge just waiting for me. Try these no-bake chocolate coconut cookies for a chocolaty spin. Check out all of our cookie recipes for more inspiration.
Why you will love this recipe
No-bake means not heating up the kitchen. As we head into the warmer months, we can all agree this is a plus.
When you want something sweet but don’t want to demolish a sleeve of Oreos, these cookies are the answer.
This is a naturally dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free recipe. Bonus!
Ingredient notes
Find the complete ingredient list, with measurements, in the recipe card below.
- Peanut Butter – Natural peanut butter for the win! The natural oils help the cookies solidify. Use creamy peanut butter or chunky. Your choice.
- Natural Sweeteners – I use a combo of honey and maple syrup for this recipe.
- Rolled Oats – Sprouted grain rolled oats promote easier digestion, so we grab One Degree oats, which are a great deal at Costco.
- Chia Seeds and Ground Flaxseeds – These are called ‘healthy’ cookies for a reason, right? The chia and flax add a boost of fiber and healthy fats.
- Dark Chocolate Chips – Can they be called cookies without chocolate chips? Not in my books. I like using mini chocolate chips in this recipe.
Equipment
Nothing fancy is needed for this simple recipe.
- Saucepan – You can use a small or medium saucepan for this recipe. Everything gets stirred together right in the pot, so give yourself a bit of room to stir.
- Spoon or Spatula – This is your tool for stirring. I am partial to using a spatula for mixing recipes, as it is great for scraping up all the ingredients. But an old-school wooden spoon works well, too.
- Baking Sheet – You will need a small baking sheet for the cookies to sit on while they chill in the freezer.
- Parchment Paper – Crucial for no stickage and easy cleanup. We choose unbleached parchment.
Heats up quickly and retains heat well.
Works with all kinds of cooking surfaces.
Instructions
Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the FULL recipe details.
Step 1
First, place the peanut butter, honey, and maple syrup in a medium saucepan and cook until smooth and combined.
Step 2
Then, remove from the heat and add the oats. Add them ¼ cup at a time, stirring well. Add the seeds and stir again well.
Expert Tip!
Adding the oats ¼ cup at a time makes it much easier to stir and incorporate them into the mixture.
Step 2
Next, place the pan in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to cool it down before folding in the chocolate chips.
Expert Tip!
Chill the dough for 15 minutes before folding in the chocolate chips so they don’t melt.
Step 3
Then, once chilled, fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 4
Next, roll into balls using a large cookie scoop, about 2 tablespoons each, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Then, using your fingers, flatten the balls into cookies.
Step 5
Finally, place the baking sheet into the freezer for 30 minutes to chill.
Substitutions and recipe variations
Substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for peanut butter for a milder flavor or for those with peanut allergies.
Use all honey or all maple syrup instead of a bit of both.
Make a chocolatey version by sprinkling in some cocoa powder (or cacao if you’re dead serious) along with the peanut butter/honey/maple syrup mixture.
Boost the nutrition with even more healthy nuts and seeds like hemp seeds and pumpkin seeds.
Get even more protein by adding a scoop of protein powder to the mix.
If your peanut butter is unsalted, add a pinch of salt.
Serving suggestions
These are great to have on hand for healthy snacks or even as a healthy breakfast cookie for your picky eaters who hate breakfast.
I like to cut each cookie into 4 wedges for a bite-sized treat. This also helps with portion control.
FAQS
Rolled oats are usually the best choice because they give the cookies a chewy texture. Quick-cooking oats create a softer texture, while steel-cut oats are generally too hard.
Yes, most no-bake cookies hold their shape best when stored in the fridge. The cooler temperature helps them stay firm and chewy instead of soft or sticky.
Storage tips
To Store: Keep these in the fridge or freezer in a sealed airtight container or freezer bag for up to a week. These cookies need to be kept in the refrigerator or freezer. They become very soft at room temperature and do not travel well. This is a recipe best enjoyed at home.
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Healthy No-Bake Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1¼ cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the peanut butter, honey, and maple syrup in a medium saucepan over medium low heat. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until smooth and combined.
- Remove from the heat and add in the oats. Add them ¼ cup at a time, stirring well. Add the seeds and stir again well.
- Place the pan in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to cool it down before folding in the chocolate chips.
- Once chilled, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Roll into balls, roughly 2 tablespoons worth, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Using your fingers, flatten the balls into cookies.
- Place the baking sheet into the freezer for 30 minutes to chill.