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Healthy No Bake Almond Joy Coconut Cookies

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These healthy no bake Almond Joy coconut cookies combine creamy coconut, dark chocolate, and roasted almonds for a chewy, chocolatey treat that takes just 15 minutes to make—no oven required! They’re naturally gluten-free, easily made vegan, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the sugar crash.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
  • 1/3 cup natural almond butter
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (70% preferred)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
  • Optional: whole almonds for topping

Instructions

  1. Toast the coconut (optional but recommended): Add shredded coconut to a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine toasted coconut, rolled oats, and chopped roasted almonds. Stir in chia seeds or flaxseed meal if using.
  3. Warm the wet ingredients: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, gently melt coconut oil. Remove from heat and stir in almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix with a sturdy spatula or wooden spoon until evenly coated. The dough should be sticky and hold together when pressed. If too dry, add a bit more maple syrup or a splash of almond milk.
  5. Shape the cookies: Use a cookie scoop or heaping tablespoon to form balls of dough. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Flatten each ball to about 1/2-inch thick. Wet your fingers if the mixture sticks.
  6. Melt and drizzle the chocolate: Place chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until just melted and smooth. Drizzle or spoon melted chocolate over each cookie. Top with a whole almond if desired.
  7. Chill to set: Refrigerate the cookies for at least 20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set and cookies are firm. (Or freeze for 10 minutes if in a hurry.)
  8. Enjoy and store: Once set, transfer cookies to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For best flavor, toast the coconut before mixing. Use runny almond butter for easier mixing. Adjust the dough texture with extra maple syrup or oats as needed. Store cookies chilled for best texture. Easily adapt for nut-free or vegan diets by swapping ingredients as noted.

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