No Bake Chocolate Haystack Cookies Lower Sugar
Indulge in the perfect guilt-free treat with these No Bake Chocolate Haystack Cookies, crafted for a lower-sugar twist on the classic favorite. This easy, no-bake recipe combines wholesome ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, almond butter, and shredded coconut for rich, chocolatey bites that are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Quick oats provide a hearty base while a splash of almond milk ensures a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no oven required, these healthy chocolate haystack cookies are perfect for busy days, snack cravings, or even dessert. Enjoy them chilled and firm, making them an irresistible go-to for clean eating and healthy snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 0.25 cup Honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Quick oats
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and almond milk.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Add the quick oats and unsweetened shredded coconut to the mixture. Stir until fully combined and the dry ingredients are evenly coated in the chocolate mixture.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop mounds of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently shape into round 'haystack' forms if needed.
Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Once set, remove from the refrigerator and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.6 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 754 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 28.1 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 1392 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
