The base for this cookie is maple syrup, coconut oil, and cocoa powder, which are cooked down into a thick chocolate sauce. Then it’s time to add the vanilla, peanut butter, oats, and dark chocolate! Dark chocolate not only helps these cookies set and harden, but also adds fudgy flavor and texture. To keep this recipe naturally-sweetened, simply use bittersweet or naturally-sweetened dark chocolate (such as Eating Evolved). Once your cookie dough is formed, scoop into cookies and let cool. The hardest part was not eating one (or three) while they were cooling. But be patient! They’re worth the wait. We hope you LOVE these cookies! They’re: RichFudgySalty-sweetStudded with oatsEasy to make& Seriously delicious These cookies would make the perfect healthier treat to have on hand during the week. They would also be a great road trip snack! Personally, I prefer freezing a batching and pulling out one whenever a sweet craving strikes. For more cookie inspo, check out our Fudgy Vegan Brownie Cookies, Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, Almond Meal Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Peanut Butter Cup Cookies! If you try this recipe, leave a comment, rating, and tag a photo @minimalistbaker on Instagram so we can see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!
