These healthy cookie dough bars were so easy and quick to make and tasted absolutely delicious. The perfect sweet treat to satisfy your sweet cravings whilst still sticking to healthy eating!
I love having a little sweet treat in the evening once the kids are in bed. It’s something I genuinely look forward to and has become part of my evening self-care routine. I’m always looking for ways to make my favourite treats a little healthier without taking away from the enjoyment, which is exactly how these healthy cookie dough bars came about.
I wanted something made with simple, clean ingredients that was delicious, easy to prepare and a healthier alternative to reaching for an ultra-processed snack from the supermarket. And these healthy no bake cookie dough bars tick every box! They’re made with just 5 simple ingredients, come together in minutes and require absolutely no baking, making them perfect for those busy days when you still want something homemade.
The only part that requires a little patience is waiting for them to set in the freezer for around two hours. But honestly, I don’t mind this at all! I simply prep them during the day, pop them in the freezer and by the evening they’re ready for me to enjoy. They have that delicious cookie dough texture with chocolate chips throughout, making these healthy chocolate chip cookie dough bars such a satisfying sweet treat.
And the best part? Your little ones will absolutely love them too! It makes me feel so good knowing my daughter can enjoy a sweet snack that I’ve made at home using just a handful of ingredients. These 5 ingredient healthy cookie dough bars are proof that homemade treats don’t need to be complicated to be delicious.
If you love cookie dough but want a slightly healthier option, you’re going to want to save this healthy cookie dough recipe. It’s also made with almond flour, which gives the bars a lovely soft, cookie dough-like texture while keeping the recipe simple.
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Healthy Cookie Dough Bars
Ingredients Needed
- Almond flour
- Almond butter
- Pure 100% Maple syrup
- Coconut oil
- Salt
- Chocolate chips
- Chocolate for topping
How To Make These Healthy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
- Add all the ingredients, excluding the chocolate chips and topping chocolate, to a bowl and mix well.
- Add in the chocolate chips and gently fold them into the mixture.
- Pop the mixture in the fridge while you melt the chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate with 1 tsp of coconut oil in the microwave or in a saucepan, making sure to stir every 15–30 seconds so the chocolate doesn’t burn.
- Take the cookie dough mixture out of the fridge and line a small tray with non-stick baking paper.
- Spread the mixture into the tray, forming a square or rectangle depending on the shape of your tray. Smooth the top as much as possible.
- Pour over the melted chocolate and gently spread it evenly over the top.
- Pop in the freezer for 2–3 hours to set.
- Take them out, cut into small bar-sized pieces and enjoy!
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent the chocolate and cookie dough from melting and becoming too soft.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy to make: No baking required and everything comes together in one bowl, so there’s minimal prep and washing up.
- Meal prep friendly: Love having a sweet treat but still want to stick to your healthy eating goals? Make a batch at the weekend and you’ll have a delicious homemade treat ready to enjoy throughout the week.
- Only 5 simple ingredients: Made with a handful of simple ingredients you can easily recognise, without the need for complicated ingredients.
- Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth: They taste indulgent and delicious while being made with simple ingredients.
- Kid-friendly: These are a sweet treat the whole family can enjoy, making them a great homemade option for little ones too.
- No oven needed: Perfect for warmer days or when you simply don’t want to turn the oven on!
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Healthy Cookie Dough Bars
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups almond flour/ground almond
- ½ cup almond butter
- ½ cup 100% maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ½-1 cup chocolate for melting and topping
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients, excluding the chocolate chips and topping chocolate, to a bowl and mix well.
- Add in the chocolate chips and gently fold them into the mixture.
- Pop the mixture in the fridge while you melt the chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate with 1 tsp of coconut oil in the microwave or in a saucepan, making sure to stir every 15–30 seconds so the chocolate doesn’t burn.
- Take the cookie dough mixture out of the fridge and line a small tray with non-stick baking paper. Spread the mixture into the tray, forming a square or rectangle depending on the shape of your tray. Smooth the top as much as possible.
- Pour over the melted chocolate and gently spread it evenly over the top.
- Pop in the freezer for 2–3 hours to set.
- Take them out, cut into small bar-sized pieces and enjoy!
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent the chocolate and cookie dough from melting and becoming too soft.
This post was all about healthy cookie dough bars!
Don’t forget to save this pin on Pinterest to come back to later!
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