Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
These chocolate peanut butter no bake cookies are a healthy yet delicious twist on an old favorite. Rebooted, this healthy, decadent, gluten free treat is packed with protein and has a secret super food, filled with Omega-3's. They are also vegan, dairy free, and very easy to make. You won't find any processed ingredients, butter, or refined sugar in this recipe!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3 Tbsp flax seed soaked in 1 Tbsp water
- 1/2 cup non-dairy milk
- 3 Tbsp dark cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup liquid sweetener I used agave nectar
- 2 Tbsp plant-based protein powder
- 2 cups gluten-free oats
- 2/3 cup peanut butter or any other nut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla optional
Instructions
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In a heavy bottom pan, melt coconut oil
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Add milk, cocoa, and sweetener, and bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring constantly.
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After boiling for 2 minutes, remove from heat
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Add peanut butter and vanilla (optional).
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Stir until melted. Stir in flax seeds and protein powder.
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Fold in oatmeal.
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Drop a tablespoon sized dollop into parchment paper and flatten into cookie shape.
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Put cookies in freezer for 30 minutes to set. Store covered in refrigerator. Enjoy!