Healthy No-Bake Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

Step 1

In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except chocolate chips. Stir until combined.

Step 2

Fold in chocolate chips. The mixture will be fairly wet but will firm up as it sits in the freezer.

Step 3

Line a baking sheet or a large plate with parchment paper. Scoop out some of the oatmeal mixture (either with a spoon or an ice cream scoop- I used a 2.5 inch scooper) and form a ball between your hands. Squeeze the ball tightly. If the mixture is not sticking together, add a small amount of maple syrup or peanut butter.Place on the parchment paper. Repeat this step with the rest of the mixture, leaving a few inches between each balls. Allie's Tip: Wet your hands slightly as you are making the cookie balls to help prevent sticking. * I was able to make 8 cookies.

Step 4

Lay another sheet of parchment paper over the top to the balls. Using your palm GENTLY press each ball down slightly to flatten it. Don't make it into a pancake!

Step 5

Remove the top layer of parchment paper. Please your cookies in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to firm them up. The longer they sit, the firmer they will be.

Step 6

Enjoy right away or store in the fridge or freezer!