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Chocolate Haystacks

Nutrivore Score: 109
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 177kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or alternative milk like soy, almond, cashew
  • 1/2 cup butter 1 stick
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 1/2 cups oats quick or rolled
  • 1 cup coconut shredded unsweetened (sweetened can also be used)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped

Instructions

  • Bring sugar, milk, butter and cocoa to a boil over medium-high heat in a large pot, stirring constantly. 
  • Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla and salt, then remaining ingredients.
  • Working quickly, drop large spoonfuls onto wax paper, parchment paper, or silicone mats while still warm. Let cool at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Haystacks
Amount per Serving
Calories
177
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
11
mg
4
%
Sodium
 
36
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
93
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
26
g
9
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
17
g
19
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
127
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
18
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.