Description
Healthy Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious and nutritious treat that combines almond flour-based cookie dough with a smooth chocolate topping. This easy no-bake recipe provides a satisfying sweet snack that can be enjoyed guilt-free, featuring wholesome ingredients like cashew butter, maple syrup, and dark chocolate chips. Perfect for an afternoon indulgence or a quick dessert, it requires just 20 minutes to prepare and set.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 and 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup cashew butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt, optional
Instructions
- Mix the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, combine almond flour, cashew butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined. Then gently stir in the chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape the Dough: Place a sheet of parchment paper on a cutting board or large plate. Transfer the cookie dough onto the parchment paper. Using a silicone spatula or clean hands, firmly press the dough to flatten it into an even layer about 1/2-inch thick. Set this aside for the next step.
- Melt the Chocolate Topping: In a small bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Apply Chocolate and Chill: Pour and evenly spread the melted chocolate over the flattened cookie dough. If desired, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for an added flavor and texture contrast. Place the bark in the freezer to chill and set for about 10 minutes.
- Cut and Serve: Once chilled and firm, remove the bark from the freezer and chop it into large chunks or pieces. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Storage: Keep the cookie dough bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5-7 days for best freshness.
- Long-term Storage: For longer storage, place the bark in a sealed container or freezer bag and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
- Ingredient Substitutions: You can substitute the almond flour with other nut or seed flours, the cashew butter with peanut butter or other nut butters, and the maple syrup with honey or agave syrup according to your preference.
- Variations: For added texture, try mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruits into the dough before spreading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large piece (approximately 1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
