Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe (2024)

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These easyChocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies remind me of a Mounds bar in cookies form with some healthy oatmeal added in for good measure and a bit more texture too!

This time of year brings all kinds of goodness like theseChocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies. They takeme back toyears gone by. I remember my mother making them in a flash (this is actually her recipe), and grabbing one for each hand before heading out to play with my cousins. They are so very quick to make. And they disappear even quicker! And if you’re fond of Mounds candy bars, I think you’ll like these very, very much.

A little bit of stove top time is required for melting, then everything gets mixed together then dropped in tasty little mounds to firm up. These no-flour sweet and nutty treats are great for sharing as edible gifts. Once they firm up, these little goodies package well and would make any chocolate coconut loving recipients happy.

On a recent Princes Cruises, there were little treats like thisoffered daily in one of my favorite spots on the ship: The International Cafe. Tarts, brownies, cookies and other decadent sweets were there tempting me each day when I went for a pick me up with a hot tea of mocha. Even though these no bake cookies aren’t as fancy, they remind me of those goodies. I think they would fit right innicely to the selection. They are just as decadent, and aregreat with a cup of coffee.

I’m not a gluten-free expert, but I do think these no bake cookies qualify as such. I’m pretty sure oatmeal is acceptable, but confirm that this gluten-free anddo some double checking. And if anyone out there IS an expert, please let me know in the comments below and I will make note of it right here.

Happy treat making!

If you’re looking for more goodies to make check out these:

  • Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies Recipe
  • Pistachio Chocolate Bark Recipe
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles Recipe

Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe

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Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe

Yield: 24

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

These chocolatey and nutty no bake goodies are so quick and easy. They're a great treat to share during the holidays.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 stick butter, salted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Line baking sheets with wax paper.
  2. In a large bowl combine oats and coconut. Set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan bring butter, sugar, cocoa, milk, and salt to a boil. Continue to boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour mixture over oats and coconut and stir to combine well.
  5. Using a spoon drop by 1 1/2-2 tablespoons mounds of desired size on lined baking sheets. Cool and eat.

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(Disclaimer: Princess Cruises hosted me and a guest on a cruise. They covered all costs associated with the trip.)

Originally published December 15, 2014. Updated May 29, 2018.

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69 comments on “Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe”

  1. Becca WhiteReply

    I followed the recipe very well but they did not set they are gooey

  2. Dorothy CorpReply

    I made these today & following your recipe to a T, they were perfect! Thank you for a wonderful drop cookie, these are a lot like my moms recipe 🥰

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Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal No Bake Cookies Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why are my no bake cookies dry and hard? ›

Boiling too long will cause the cookies to be dry and crumbly. However, if you don't boil long enough the cookies will not set and will be runny. Some folks say bring the mixture to a rolling boil and then count to 60, while others swear by counting to 90.

What is in cowboy cookies? ›

As with most things in Texas, Bush's Cowboy Cookies are enormous and wholly stuffed with so many mix-ins: oats, coconut, pecans, and of course, chocolate chips. They're sure to win over any crowd.

Why are my no bake cookies gritty? ›

Whisk it up until it's smooth, and let it cook slowly, until the sugar has dissolved. You can tell whether the sugar has liquefied just by placing a drop or two on your fingertip, then rubbing it against your thumb. If it feels gritty or grainy, it's not quite there yet. It should feel silky-smooth.

Can no bake be frozen? ›

Most no-bake cookies can be frozen.

Can you fix no-bake cookies that won't harden? ›

How Do You Fix Gooey No-Bake Cookies? Freeze them. Once you have added the peanut butter and oats, the only option to fix gooey no-bake cookies is to freeze them so they will hold together enough that you can eat them. It might not be perfect, but it's not the end of the world and they will still be delicious!

What can cause a cookie to be not moist enough? ›

Eggs bind the ingredients and make for moist, chewy cookies. Adding too many eggs can result in gummy, cake-like cookies. Adding too few eggs can result in dry, crumbly cookies. Beat each one in separately and thoroughly.

What are Snoop Dogg cookies? ›

Snoop Dogg's peanut butter chocolate chip cookie recipe - His original cookie features creamy peanut butter and semisweet chocolate morsels, making it the perfect indulgence this holiday season. #

What is Alabama State cookie? ›

These Alabama state sandwich cookies are irresistible, no matter where you're from. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe. As of June 2, 2023, Alabama gained an official state cookie–it's even been signed into law. If you're from Alabama and you've never heard of yellowhammer cookies, you're in for a treat.

What is a Dillon cookie? ›

Dillon Cookies

This flagship cookie combines freshly milled whole wheat with oats, loads of chocolate chips and just the right amount of walnuts for a buttery finish. They are the perfect treat for kids and adults alike!

How do you make cookies soft instead of crunchy? ›

Baking cookies quickly in a hot oven – at 375 degrees F as opposed to a lower temperature – will make for soft results. They'll bake fast instead of sitting and drying out in the oven's hot air. Ever so slightly underbaking your cookies will give you softer results than cooking them the full amount the recipe says.

Why do my cookies feel like sand? ›

If you don't cream butter and sugar long enough, it will still be gritty and dense, which may result in grainy cookies that don't puff or spread. Meanwhile, if you cream butter and sugar for too long, it will introduce too much air, causing your cookies to potentially puff excessively and become cakey while baking.

How do you fix grainy chocolate chip cookies? ›

Let the dough sit overnight. The granulated sugar will 'dissolve' in the dough and the cookies won't have that granulated texture.

Can you freeze cookies in Ziploc bags? ›

After baking, allow cookies to cool completely. Place them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet to freeze them, then store them in a freezer-safe zip-top storage bag labeled with the name and date. Squeeze out extra air and place flat in the freezer. To save space, you can flat-stack freezer bags.

Why shouldn't you freeze cheesecake? ›

While cheesecake can be frozen longer, the longer it stays in the freezer, the higher the likelihood of texture and flavor changes. Extended freezing times can also lead to potential moisture loss, resulting in a dried or dense texture once defrosted.

What is the best container to freeze cookies in? ›

Best Cookie Freezer Storage Container: Ziploc Freezer Gallon Bags. Okay, they're not the fanciest, but Ziploc's gallon-size freezer bags are the best choice when it comes to freezing cookies. The bags' “Grip 'n Seal” zip top keeps the freezer burn at bay and are flexible so they can squeeze into a packed freezer.

How do you fix hard dry cookies? ›

Another way to soften cookies is by placing the cookies in an airtight container with a damp paper towel. The paper towel will release moisture and help to soften the cookies without making them too soft or mushy. Another way is to place the cookies in a plastic bag with a slice of apple or a damp tea towel.

How do you fix dry hard cookie dough? ›

To avoid this, try using as little flour as possible while preparing to roll your dough. Dry – “Dry” or “Crumbly” dough is a product of over-mixing or using too much of any ingredient during the mixing process. This can be reversed by adding one to two tablespoons of liquid (water, milk or softened butter) to your mix.

How do you soften dry cookies? ›

Microwaving them. If you cover your cookies with a wet paper towel and nuke them for a few seconds, they should soften up enough to eat.

How do you make cookies that don't get hard? ›

Baking at 375 degrees F as opposed to a lower temperature will help cookies stay soft: they'll bake faster which means they aren't in the hot, drying air of the oven too long. Pull the cookie sheet out of the oven when the cookies are just set: underbaking is better than overbaking.

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