Why Make This Recipe
No bake Valentine’s Day cookies are a fun and simple treat to make for your loved ones. They are quick to prepare and require no baking, making them a stress-free option for a busy holiday. With delicious flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, combined with the sweetness of coconut sugar and a bit of crunch from oats, these cookies are perfect for celebrating love without the fuss. Plus, they can be customized with sprinkles or other decorations to match the holiday theme.
How to Make No Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (measured liquid)
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 3/4 cup oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
Directions
First, start by melting both the peanut butter and the coconut oil together in a small pot. Stir until smooth, then add the coconut sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved. By this time, the mixture is just about to boil, but do not boil it. Move the pot off the heat and add in the chocolate chips. Stir until all the chocolate is melted and well incorporated. Add in the vanilla and the salt, and stir one more time to combine.
Next, add in the oats and the chia seeds, and stir until everything is coated with the peanut butter and chocolate mixture. Let the mixture rest in the pot for 20 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Using your heart cookie cutter, scoop out 2-3 tablespoons in the center. Flatten using the back of the spoon, then remove the cookie cutter. Repeat this process until you are completely done with all the oat mixture. Top the cookies with pink sprinkles if you are making these for Valentine’s Day. Finally, place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the cookies solidify for 20 minutes.
How to Serve No Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies
Serve these delightful no bake cookies right after they have set in the freezer. They are a great treat for a Valentine’s Day gathering, a sweet snack for movie night, or a simple dessert to enjoy any time. You can plate them beautifully or package them as gifts for friends and family.
How to Store No Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you prefer a firmer texture, keep them in the freezer and take them out just before serving.
Tips to Make No Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies
- Make sure the peanut butter and coconut oil are melted completely to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Press the cookie mixture firmly when shaping them with the cookie cutter to prevent them from falling apart.
- Feel free to swap out peanut butter for almond butter or cashew butter based on your preference or dietary needs.
Variation
You can easily customize these cookies by adding mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or coconut flakes. For a different flavor, try using different types of nut butters or different chocolate varieties.
FAQs
Can I make these cookies vegan?
Yes, these cookies are already vegan as they use plant-based ingredients.
What can I use instead of coconut sugar?
You can use brown sugar or maple syrup as a substitute for coconut sugar.
How long do these cookies last?
They can be stored in the fridge for about a week or frozen for a longer shelf life.
No Bake Valentine's Day Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the peanut butter and coconut oil together in a small pot until smooth.
- Add the coconut sugar and stir until dissolved, ensuring the mixture doesn't boil.
- Remove the pot from heat and mix in the chocolate chips until fully melted.
- Stir in the vanilla and salt until combined.
- Incorporate the oats and chia seeds, ensuring they are well coated with the mixture.
- Let the mixture rest in the pot for 20 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of the mixture out using a heart cookie cutter.
- Flatten the mixture using the back of a spoon, then remove the cookie cutter.
- Repeat until all the mixture has been shaped into cookies.
- Top with sprinkles if desired.
- Freeze the baking sheet for 20 minutes to solidify the cookies.