No‑bake cookies are one of those go‑to recipes every cook should have on hand — quick, simple, and delicious without ever using the oven. Rolled oats, peanut butter, cocoa‑style chocolate bites, coconut and a hint of caramel combine into fudgy little cookies that firm up at room temperature. They use common pantry ingredients, take under 20 minutes to prepare, and taste like a treat that required much more effort than it did. Make a batch when you need something sweet fast and you’ll see why this classic keeps coming back.
- Swap: Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter for a nut‑free option or different flavor.
- Make‑ahead: Chill at least 1 hour so the cookies set fully before serving.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Variation: Stir in shredded coconut, mini marshmallows, or a teaspoon of espresso powder for a new twist.
- Serving: Wrap in wax paper squares inside a tin for an easy homemade gift, or serve with fresh fruit for a snack spread.
No‑bake cookies are ideal when you need a fast sweet. They can be indulgent, but I slimmed this version down to 3 SmartPoints each and they’re totally worth it. Kids will love them — my daughter came home and ate four right away. They’re packed with peanut butter, chocolate, coconut and a subtle caramel note.
No bake cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup oats
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes, I use sweetened
- 2 T whole flax seeds
- 2 T chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 T sugar free caramel sauce, I used Smucker’s
- 1 t vanilla extract
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients thoroughly in a bowl. Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm up slightly.
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Using slightly damp hands, roll the mixture into 20 even balls. Place in a sealed container and store in the fridge for up to one week.
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Per cookie ball: Calories ~71, Fat 2.6g, Saturated fat 0.9g, Carbs 11.5g, Fiber 1.2g, Sugars 4.9g, Protein 1.5g.
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