These No-Bake Coconut Cookies are easy healthy cookies with a tangy coconut lime flavor and a delicious chocolate shell. They are the perfect snack or dessert for any occasion made with a combination of raw ingredients.
No butter or sugar, only wholesome nourishing ingredients and then left to get firm and set in the fridge or freezer. I love to make sweet treats with coconut. It’s an ingredient that adds a fantastic taste and texture to baking and no-bake recipes alike.
These no-bake coconut cookies are an awesome snack for both children and adults and are excellent quick and easy dessert that’s healthy too! You can drizzle chocolate over the top of them or dip them in chocolate to dress them up.
I used toasted coconut in this recipe but you can use un-toasted shredded coconut if you prefer. Toasting the coconut gives it more crispiness.
This recipe is the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do. I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks.
The world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.
Coconut contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk.
As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost.
Just one scoop of coconut oil delivers a wide-range of healing properties. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly.
Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you.
People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life.
Hence these no-bake coconut crispy treats are both low-carb and packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.
Not only are these coconut crispy treats insanely delicious and easy to prepare, they also comes with some surprising health benefits. From vitamins and minerals to plenty of healthy fats that support hormone health and neurotransmitter production, these little delights are the perfect addition to any healthy eating plan.
One little square makes me happy in an instant. It’s soft and chewy and you are going to love this superfood candy.
This recipe is a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle, as its bursting with nutrition and good stuff.
Healthy Coconut Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil – melted
- 1-2 limes, juice and zest - depending on how lime-y you prefer
Chocolate Coating
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Topping
- Extra desiccated coconut
Instructions
- Add all cookie ingredients into a food processor and process until all ingredients are well combined into a soft dough. If too dry, add extra liquid (tablespoon at a time) of your choice (plain water is fine).Roll 20 (or more) small cookie balls in your hands and place each ball onto a plate covered with parchment paper.Flatten each ball into a cookie shape and place the plate into the freezer for 5 minutes while preparing the chocolate coating.
Chocolate Coating
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave at 50% power with 20 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth. Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.Remove the cookies from the freezer and half dip each coconut cookie into the melted chocolate.Sprinkle extra desiccated coconut on the melted chocolate to decorate. Place the plate in the freezer for 5 minutes to set the chocolate shell.Store the cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.The cookies can be frozen in a sealed bag or box. Defrost 30 minutes before and eat them half-frozen or at room temperature.
If you are looking for more delicious, healthy, no bake desserts and treats to help you reach your health, wellness and fitness goals, you will love my collection here: Blended Bites
