Healthy Cookie Dough Bark

Unleash Your Sweet Tooth with No-Guilt Delight!

Ever craved something that satisfies your sweet tooth without that post-sugar crash? Healthy Cookie Dough Bark is the answer to your dessert prayers! This creamy, dreamy delight comes together in one pan and tastes like a slice of indulgence—minus the guilt. Trust me, every bite will have you saying, “How is this actually healthy?!”

Why Make This Recipe

Let me hit you with some reasons why this bark is an instant favorite:

• Quick Cleanup: Who wants to spend hours scrubbing dishes? Not me! This bark uses just one bowl and a plate. Less mess, more yum!
• Family-Friendly Fun: Kid-approved and totally customizable, it’s the perfect treat for all ages. Get the little ones involved—it’s like an art project you can eat!
• Nutritious and Delicious: Packed with wholesome ingredients, you’ll feel good serving this up at snack time or as a sweet treat!

Ingredients

You don’t need fancy stuff—just these basics!

• 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
• 1 cup chocolate chips (for topping)
• 1 tsp coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
• Flaky sea salt (optional)

Directions

Let’s dive into the steps to bring this heavenly bark to life:

1. In a bowl, add the almond flour, cashew butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
2. Stir in the chocolate chips.
3. Line a cutting board or large plate with parchment paper and transfer the cookie dough mixture to it. Press the mixture evenly to about 1/2-inch thick.
4. In a small bowl, combine the remaining chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between until melted.
5. Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough and spread it evenly.
6. Sprinkle optional flaky sea salt on top.
7. Chill the cookie dough bark in the freezer for 10 minutes to set, then chop into large chunks and enjoy.

How to Make Healthy Cookie Dough Bark (Overview)

So here’s the lowdown on how to whip up this tasty treat without breaking a sweat. You start by mixing the dough ingredients in a bowl—easy peasy. Then, you stir in some chocolate chips for that delightful crunch. After that, it’s all about spreading the mixture onto a plate and pouring melted chocolate on top. Don’t worry too much about perfection; rustic is in! Pro tip: Line everything with parchment paper for an easy release. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later.

How to Serve Healthy Cookie Dough Bark

Present this bark like the superstar it is! Cut it into attractive chunks and watch those gorgeous layers of chocolate and cookie dough pop. It looks fabulous on a platter, surrounded by fresh fruit or paired with a cup of herbal tea. The aroma will have everyone gravitating toward the dessert table before you even finish presenting it. 🍫

How to Store Healthy Cookie Dough Bark

Keep any leftover bark (if you can resist) in the fridge, where it’ll stay fresh for up to a week. Planning to savor it later? Pop it in the freezer for an even longer shelf life. No need to rush—just let it thaw for a few minutes before indulging. Or, if you’re feeling extra indulgent, enjoy it straight from the freezer!

Tips to Make Healthy Cookie Dough Bark

• Ingredient Swaps: Swap almond flour for oat flour if that’s what you have on hand.
• Nut Butters Galore: Use any nut butter you like—substituting peanut butter or even sun butter works great!
• Add Ins: Toss in your favorite nuts or dried fruits for a personal twist. Go wild!
• Chocolate Choices: Dark, milk, or even white chocolate—pick your poison!

Variation

Feeling adventurous? Try adding a dash of cinnamon or a splash of almond extract for a flavor twist. To make it vegan, just ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free and swap the maple syrup for agave nectar. Who says healthy can’t be fun? 😉

FAQs

1. Can I use a different nut flour?
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute with whatever you have on hand, like oat flour or coconut flour, but keep in mind the texture will change a bit.

2. How long can I freeze it?
This cookie dough bark can be frozen for about 3 months, making it a great make-ahead treat!

3. What if I don’t have cashew butter?
No problem! Peanut butter or even almond butter will work just fine. It’s all about what you enjoy!

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Healthy Cookie Dough Bark

A delicious and nutritious cookie dough bark that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt, featuring almond flour, nut butter, and chocolate chips.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Cookie Dough

• 1.5 cups almond flour
• 0.25 cup cashew butter (or peanut butter) You can use any nut butter.
• 0.25 cup maple syrup Can substitute for agave nectar for a vegan option.
• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 cup chocolate chips

For Topping

• 1 cup chocolate chips (for topping) Choose dark, milk, or white chocolate.
• 1 tsp coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
• to taste flaky sea salt (optional)

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, add the almond flour, cashew butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
2. Stir in the chocolate chips.
3. Line a cutting board or large plate with parchment paper and transfer the cookie dough mixture to it. Press the mixture evenly to about 1/2-inch thick.

Melting Chocolate

1. In a small bowl, combine the remaining chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between until melted.
2. Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough and spread it evenly.
3. Sprinkle optional flaky sea salt on top.

Setting

1. Chill the cookie dough bark in the freezer for 10 minutes to set, then chop into large chunks and enjoy.

Notes

Store leftover bark in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage. Let it thaw for a few minutes before enjoying.