These No-Bake Cookies are a delicious Hare Krishna-friendly treat, made with wholesome ingredients and no chocolate.
The rich flavor of carob, combined with peanut butter and oats, creates a satisfying and quick dessert that’s perfect for offering to Krishna.
What is Carob?
Carob is a naturally sweet, cocoa-like powder made from the pods of the carob tree. Unlike chocolate, carob contains no caffeine, making it an ideal ingredient for those following a sattvic diet, such as in the Hare Krishna tradition. Carob has a slightly nutty, roasted flavor, and is often used as a substitute for cocoa in baking and cooking. It provides a natural sweetness, so recipes made with carob often require less added sugar. Its smooth, rich texture makes it perfect for no-bake desserts, cookies, and cakes, offering a caffeine-free and wholesome alternative to chocolate.
Carob is a beloved ingredient in the Hare Krishna community, as it aligns with the principles of sattvic cooking—pure, nourishing, and free from stimulants like caffeine, making it perfect for prasadam offerings.
No-Bake Carob Cookies Recipe
No-Bake Carob Cookies are rich, delicious, and made from wholesome ingredients like oats and peanut butter. Cooking with devotion and care transforms this simple recipe into a spiritual offering.
Serving Suggestions
No-Bake Carob Cookies can be enjoyed in several ways:
- With Herbal Tea: Pair with a warm cup of herbal tea for a cozy and comforting snack.
- As Prasadam: Serve during festivals or at temple gatherings as a quick and easy dessert.
- On the Go: These cookies are perfect for a grab-and-go snack to keep you energized throughout the day.
Bhakti Thought
No-Bake Carob Cookies remind us of the simple joy in offering food prepared with love and care to Krishna. The act of cooking with devotion transforms even the most humble ingredients into something extraordinary, nourishing both the body and soul.
PrintNo Bake Cookies
No-Bake Carob Cookies are made with carob powder, oats, and peanut butter, creating a wholesome treat. These cookies align with sattvic principles, making them suitable for offering as prasadam.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups brown or regular sugar
- ½ cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- ½ cup oil
- ½ cup carob powder
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 3 cups oats
Instructions
Cook the Base
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, oil, and carob powder.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture just begins to boil.
Add Flavorings
3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until smooth.
Combine with Oats
4. Gradually stir in the oats until fully combined.
Form Cookies
5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper and allow to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Notes
- Carob vs. Chocolate: Carob powder is naturally sweeter and caffeine-free, making it a great alternative to chocolate in this recipe.
- Plant-Based Option: For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and ensure your peanut butter is vegan.
- Quick Set: For faster setting, place the cookies in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg