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Heat oven to 350u00b0F. Line a large baking sheet with a baking mat or parchment paper for the cookies.
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On 2 separate rimmed baking sheets, toast coconut and oats. The coconut will take less than 5 minutes and should be watched carefully; the oats will take about 5-8 minutes. Toast both until just starting to get golden. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together flour(s), baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
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With an electric mixer, combine nut butter and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and light, about 2-3 minutes. Mix in almond milk and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides.
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Turn mixer to low and add dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Stir in oats, dried fruit, coconut and optional nuts and/or white chocolate chips.
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Roll cookie dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten the dough balls with the palm of your hand.
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Bake cookies for 10 minutes or until they are set and golden brown around the edges. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes. Transfer to a wire cooling rack and cool completely.
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Notes:
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1. Recipe is easily doubled.
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2. I recommend freezing the dough balls for late afternoon snacking. Just bake an extra couple minutes!