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No-Bake Chocolate Oat Macaroons (Peanut-Free)

Dessert 🍰Snack 🍿 American Vegetarian 🥦

No-Bake Chocolate Oat Macaroons (Peanut-Free) deliver chewy bites of rich cocoa and buttery sweetness, balanced by toasted notes of coconut and the warmth of vanilla. These nostalgic treats—sometimes called Frogs or Haystacks—are perfect for potlucks, lunchbox snacks, or a quick dessert when you want something chocolaty without turning on the oven.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook5 min
  • Serves24
  • DifficultyEasy
No-Bake Chocolate Oat Macaroons (Peanut-Free)
  1. 1

    Cover a work surface with waxed paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mix the oats, cocoa powder, and coconut together.

  3. 3

    In a nonstick pot, whisk together the sugar, milk, and butter; bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir the vanilla extract into the butter mixture.

  4. 4

    Stir the oat mixture into the butter mixture until evenly combined. Drop the mixture by the spoonful onto the waxed paper and let it stand until set, at least 15 minutes.

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