Chocolate Oat & Coconut Cookies

Nina Jeanette
Apr 17, 2019
2 min read

There is something special about homemade cookies fresh from the oven.

These Chocolate Oat & Coconut Cookies are crisp on the outside, soft in the middle, and filled with chunks of dark chocolate. They're simple to make, wonderfully satisfying, and perfect with a cup of coffee or tea.

This recipe was created during an afternoon of experimenting in the kitchen, and it quickly became a favourite. The combination of oats, coconut, and chocolate creates a delicious texture that's difficult to resist.

Healthy eating doesn't mean never enjoying cookies. It means finding a balance that works for you and making room for foods you genuinely enjoy.

Ingredients

Oat Mixture

2 cups gluten-free jumbo oats
2 tbsp Mykosan
8 tbsp water

Flax Mixture

2 tbsp flaxseeds, freshly ground
4 tbsp water

Dry Ingredients

1 cup shredded coconut
2 tbsp buckwheat flour
1 tsp Himalayan salt
1 tsp psyllium husk

Wet Ingredients

8 tbsp agave syrup or maple syrup
8 tbsp melted extra virgin coconut oil
Flax mixture

Chocolate

100 g dark chocolate, roughly chopped

Method

In a large bowl, combine the oats, Mykosan, and water.
Stir well and leave to soak for approximately 2 minutes.
Grind the flaxseeds and mix with the water.
Leave the flax mixture to sit for approximately 2 minutes.
Add the shredded coconut, buckwheat flour, Himalayan salt, and psyllium husk to the oat mixture.
Stir until well combined.
Add the agave or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and flax mixture.
Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate.

Baking

Preheat the oven to 180°C using conventional top and bottom heat.
Shape the mixture into small cookies.
If the mixture sticks to your hands, lightly dampen them with water.
Place the cookies on a lined baking tray.
Bake in the centre of the oven for approximately 20 minutes.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

Storage

Store in an airtight cookie jar or container once cooled.

Nina's Tip

These cookies are wonderful for making ahead.

Keep a batch in the cookie jar for when friends stop by, or freeze some for later and simply thaw when needed.

Why You'll Love These Cookies

Crisp on the outside and soft in the middle
Easy to make
Made with simple ingredients
Perfect for coffee breaks
Great for sharing
Delicious chunks of dark chocolate throughout

Real Food for Real Life

Some days call for a salad. Other days call for a homemade cookie.

The beauty of healthy eating is that it doesn't have to be all or nothing. There is room for balance, flexibility, and the foods that bring a little extra joy to everyday life.

These cookies are one of those simple treats that make an ordinary afternoon feel just a little more special.

Enjoy!