Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Set an oven rack in the middle and heat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, oil, agave, salt, water, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and combined.
3. Add the coconut, flour, oats, baking soda, and chocolate chips, then stir until the dough comes together.
4. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving the portions evenly spaced. Press each one gently until it is about 3/4-inch thick.
5. Bake the cookies until they look lightly golden and the centers are just set, about 10 to 12 minutes.
6. Leave the cookies on the pan for 10 minutes, then move them to a cooling rack so they can cool completely.