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RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for these no-bake chocolate macaroons can be found at the bottom of this post.
A coconut macaroon recipe that does not use condensed milk or peanut butter.
This Dark Chocolate Coconut Cookie Recipe Needs:
- Shredded coconut
- Large flake oatmeal
- Milk
- Unsalted butter
- Black cocoa powder
- Chocolate extract
- Salt
Yes, you can substitute ingredients, I have some great suggestions listed below.
No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Drop Cookies Are So Easy To Make
I kid you not, this is the easiest cookie recipe in the world. Great for kids to help with. If you love Bounty chocolate bars, this chewy chocolate coconut treat is going to be right up your alley.
- I find it easiest to measure all my ingredients and have them ready.
- Place the oatmeal and coconut in a bowl and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large pot.
- Add the sugar, milk and cocoa powder.
- Bring to a boil and cook (see recipe card for full instructions).
- Add the oatmeal, coconut and chocolate oil.
- Scoop mounds onto a baking sheet.
- Allow to set. Putting them in the fridge will make them set faster.
Recipe Tips/Suggestions
Cocoa Powder – I used (affiliate) black cocoa powder in this recipe. I love dark chocolate, and this cocoa powder produces a nice dark colour. You can also use regular Dutch cocoa powder.
Coconut – Sweetened shredded coconut works best in this drop cookie recipe. Flaked coconut is a great alternative. You can also use unsweetened coconut if you are looking for a less sweet cookie.
Oatmeal – Large flake or regular oatmeal works best. Instant oatmeal or steel-cut oats will not work.
Butter – Can be replaced with coconut oil.
Milk – Both dairy and non-dairy milk works here. Coconut milk (the kind found in cartons) would be a delicious choice.
Chocolate Flavouring – I used (affiliate) Lorann Chocolate Flavouring, but you can certainly replace it with vanilla or even coconut extract.
Silicone Mat – Makes for easy lifting of the cookies when they have set. You can also use parchment paper.
Cookie Scoop – Perfectly portion your coconut mounds with a cookie or small ice-cream scoop. Mine is about 2 inches wide. You can drop these by using a tablespoon. You can make these as big or small as you like.
Frequently Asked Questions
Place in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. They will last for 1 week at room temperature, 2 weeks in the fridge, and they can also be frozen for several months.
No-bake cookies are more of a candy. Oatmeal is stirred into a boiled liquid. If you overcook the liquid, the cookies may turn out dry.
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Still looking for more ways to enjoy coconut in recipes? Give these a try:
- Soft Chewy Granola Bars
- Triple Berry Coconut Smoothie
- Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
- Coconut Lemon Donuts
Be sure to check out all my cookie recipes.
Chocolate Coconut Drop Cookies
Ingredients
- 3 cups large flake oatmeal
- 1 cup sweetend shredded coconut
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup black cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon chocolate oil
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Measure out all the ingredients and have them ready.
- In a medium pot, melt the butter.
- Add the sugar, milk, salt and cocoa powder.
- Bring to a boil, and continue to cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring often.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate flavouring, oatmeal and coconut.
- Mix well to combine, and allow to sit for about 5 minutes so the ingredients begin to stick together.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Using a cookie scoop (small ice cream scoop) drop mounds of coconut oat mixture.
- Allow to cool and set for 30-60 minutes in the fridge.
Mikayla
So quick and simple. After cookie these were so fun to make with my kiddo, We put on gloves and used our hands to make the balls. Then wanted to eat more than one for our snack.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
That is a great way to do it without getting your hands messy. Glad the kids could help make these.
Marta
These chocolate coconut drop cookies reminded me of my favorite chocolate coconut candy bar. I loved the addition of the oats in this recipe as well. So did my oatmeal cookie fanatic husband, LOL!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know these chocolate coconut drop cookies do not last long here.
Amanda Mason
So yummy! I loved every bite of these and they are not hard to make! The perfect snack!! Such a great recipe….thank you!!!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Yup these are great for snacks or dessert too. ENJOY!
Lilly
I love how easy these cookies were to make! They have been such a nice treat!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You have to love easy drop cookies like these.
Brianna May
These are incredible! Coconut and chocolate are my 2 favorite things!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
These chocolate coconut drop cookies are the best!!
Natalie
Oh yum! These cookies are packed with oats and cacao. Just the way I like it. I’m excited to try them. Thanks for the recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
These no-drop cookies are so easy to make, and so delicious. ENJOY!
Julie
These cookies are so good! I love the chocolate coconut combo. They are so tasty and have already been eaten at my house!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
They do not last long at my house either. ENJOY!
Priya Srinivasan
Wow these no bake coconut chocolate drop cookies are insane! They look brilliant and are an addictive snack!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I totally agree. They are addictive and totally delicious.
Tracy
No bake cookies are my favorite! So easy to make and my kids absolutely love them. Love the cocoa in these! Such a great cookie- thanks!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome. I know my grandson was super excited when I made a batch of these coconut chocolate drop cookies.
Liz
These sounds so delish, I cant wait to make them, I am sucker for chewy cookies!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
These chewy chocolate coconut cookies are so delicious. ENJOY!
Louise
Oatmeal with chocolate cookies are my favourite kind of cookies. These were SO easy to make and super yummy too.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right? So easy and so delicious. Love no-bake recipes.
Beth
Chocolate and coconut is such a great combo. It’s one of my favorites, so I can’t wait to make this.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
FYI make lots, they are deliciously addictive!
Dana Sandonato
Oh Gloria. These are DANGEROUSLY delicious. Like, go back for a couple more each time kind of dangerous. Why you gotta do this to me ๐
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right? I have the same problem. These chocolate coconut cookies rock!!
Kate
So easy to make and delicious – my kids just love making these!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Kids and adults love these no-bake chocolate coconut macaroons.
Ieva
I used regular cocoa powder and these cookies were extremely delicious! Would highly recommend this recipe! ๐
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Regular cocoa works great in this coconut chocolate no-bake drop cookie.