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No-Bake Coconut Cookies

No-Bake Coconut Cookies: Easy Tropical Treats in Minutes

These No-Bake Coconut Cookies are a quick, gluten-free treat made with just two ingredients for a sweet tropical experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Opt for unsweetened for a healthier treat
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Can be substituted with agave nectar
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Extract or Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • ½ cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or almonds for crunch
  • ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips For a delicious twist
  • ½ cup Dried Fruits Raisins or chopped apricots for surprise
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon or Nutmeg For added warmth
  • ¼ cup Peanut Butter For richer flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Wax Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of shredded coconut and 1 cup of maple syrup. Stir for about 2-3 minutes until a sticky mix forms.
  2. Optionally fold in 1 teaspoon of coconut extract or vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
  3. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into golf-ball sized cookies on wax paper.
  4. Refrigerate the cookies for approximately 30 minutes to help them firm up.
  5. Once chilled, enjoy your cookies or store them in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies can be customized with various add-ins to keep the flavor exciting. Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer preservation.

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