Vegan Raspberry Coconut Oatmeal (Print Version)

Chewy cookies loaded with raspberries, raisins, and coconut. A wholesome vegan treat perfect for snacking or breakfast.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
08 - 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
09 - 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
10 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 1/2 cup raisins
12 - 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (if frozen, do not thaw)

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, shredded coconut, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Gently fold in the raisins and raspberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
07 - Flatten each cookie slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon to achieve even thickness.
08 - Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like a cozy bakery treat but happen to be completely plant based
  • The texture is somehow both chewy and tender, like they have a secret ingredient
  • Fresh raspberries burst while baking creating little pockets of tart sweetness
02 -
  • Frozen raspberries must stay frozen until they hit the dough or they will bleed too much
  • Letting them cool on the baking sheet is crucial, they crumble if moved too soon
03 -
  • Scoop the dough onto a cold baking sheet to prevent excessive spreading
  • If your coconut oil solidifies before mixing, warm it briefly in the microwave