• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to footer navigation
  • Skip to privacy navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Fit Mitten Kitchen

balanced baking and real food recipes

Subscribe to receive my FREE Healthy Nut Butter eBook!
Free eBook!
  • Recipes
    • Course
      • Breakfast
        • Egg Dishes
        • Oatmeal & Granola
        • Pancakes & Waffles
        • Scones
        • Smoothies
      • Desserts
        • Bars & Brownies
        • Cakes & Cupcakes
        • Candy
        • Cookies
        • Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts
        • PIes, Tarts & Crisps
        • Cinnamon Rolls
      • Healthy Drinks
      • Lunch & Dinner
        • Appetizers
        • Bowls
        • Salads
        • Sandwiches & Wraps
        • Sides
        • Soups & Chili
      • Snacks
        • Bars & Balls
        • Muffins & Breads
        • Nut & Seed Butters
    • Dietary
      • Dairy Free
      • Gluten-Free
      • No Added Sugar
      • Nut-Free
      • Oil-Free
      • Paleo
      • Vegan
      • Vegetarian
      • Whole30
    • Method
      • Food Processor & Blender
      • Freezer
      • Grill
      • Instant Pot
      • No-Bake
      • Oven
      • Slow Cooker
      • Stovetop
    • Protein
      • Chicken
      • Plant Based
      • Pork
      • Seafood
      • Turkey
    • Recipe Videos
  • About
    • Meet Ashley
    • Work with Me
      • Partnerships
    • Contact
  • Lifestyle
    • Real Talk
    • Travel
    • Workouts
  • Shop
Home Recipes Easy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
P Paleo GF Gluten-Free DF Dairy Free V Vegan VG Vegetarian

Easy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars

Jump to Recipe Rate Recipe
Posted:6/8/20
Updated:1/16/23
no bake chocolate chip cookie dough bars pin

THEY DO EXIST! A healthy edible cookie dough bar recipe – Just six main ingredients is all you need, ready in about 30 minutes! Gluten free, vegan and paleo friendly.

I think I’ve just made Mr. FMK’s dreams come true with this healthy edible cookie dough recipe in bar form.

As I was in the middle of photographing these, he is literally gasping with excitement over my shoulder.

Cue me yelling at him, “NO, you cannot eat them yet. I will let you know when you can.”

He is THE cookie monster, I swear.

When I make real cookies, he is sneaking bits of dough out of the bowl. And by *bits* I really mean full-sized pieces of cookie dough balls.

He does it just to spite me, I am sure of it.

Anyways, if these healthy cookie dough bars are Mr. FMK approved, then you know everyone will love them!

The Best Cookie Dough Bars

These cookie dough bars are SO easy. Inspired by my cookie dough truffles and cashew butter bars.

They come together in less than 30 minutes and you don’t need any fancy equipment – just a mixing bowl, spoon plus a medium loaf pan.

And they require basic ingredients!

chocolate chip cookie dough bar with chocolate topping

Just 6 Main Ingredients

  • cashew butter – I used homemade (recipe linked) but you can use a creamy store-bought version. You can also use almond butter or even a blend if you’d like. Note: if using tahini or sunbutter the flavor will be quite strong.
  • maple syrup – the natural liquid sweetener to help bring these bars together. You can also use honey if not strictly vegan.
  • vanilla extract – definitely need the vanilla extract here to give this edible cookie dough its flavor
  • almond flour – I tested this recipe with both almond flour AND oat flour. Either one works and gives you similar results!
  • chocolate chips – mini for the cookie dough base and then you can use regular sized morsels or a chopped chocolate bar for the topping. Make sure to use dairy free chocolate (vegan and/or paleo friendly) as needed.
  • coconut sugar – I found adding coconut sugar to the cookie dough base gives these more flavor but you can omit as well.
  • sea salt – if using unsalted nut butter, you may want to add just a pinch to the dough. And/or top the chocolate with flaked sea salt.

How to Make No-Bake Cookie Dough Bars

As I’ve already mentioned, this unbaked cookie dough bar recipe is easy. I’m confident ANYONE with any type of skill level can make these.

Make the Cookie Dough

You’ll first start by mixing the cashew butter with maple syrup and vanilla. Then add the almond flour (or other flour you’re using) and chocolate chips. This will create your dough.

cashew butter and chocolate chips in mixing bowl

Freeze in Loaf Pan

Then you press the cookie dough into a medium loaf pan. Make sure you use parchment paper to line or a silicone loaf pan for easy removal.

melted chocolate on cookie dough in loaf pan

Add Melted Chocolate Topping

After the cookie dough base has been chilled in the freezer for about 20 minutes, it’s time to add the top chocolate layer.

The chocolate topping is a mix of chocolate chips with cashew butter. This helps create a more fudge-like topping.

If you keep these in the fridge, the chocolate topping is less likely to crack into a separate layer when biting into the bar.

Chill to Set, Slice & Enjoy!

Now you’ve got yourself a healthy edible cookie dough (no raw eggs!) in bar form for easy consumption.

top down view of sliced cookie dough bars on parchment paper

Notes About the Recipe

FLOUR – As mentioned above, you can use almond flour or oat flour here. I haven’t quite tested with coconut flour yet, but my guess is about 5-6 TSBP would work.

SUGAR – Make sure to use a liquid sweetener here. You can use honey or maple syrup. I’m sure agave or date syrup would work too.

CHOCOLATE TOPPING – I love mixing the chocolate chips with the cashew butter for more of a fudgy topping. But you can also just do a melted chocolate topping as well. Feel free to leave out the chocolate topping altogether if you’re looking to lighten this recipe up.

stacked no bake cookie dough bars

Storing Tips

  • You can keep in the fridge or at room temperature, as long as “room temperature” isn’t super hot and humid, these keep fine.
  • To freeze, make sure to the bars are stored in an airtight container. Best to let them thaw a little bit before enjoying straight from the freezer.

Let me know if you make this recipe by leaving a comment and rating below! It helps others learn more about the recipe too! Xx Ashley

Print

No Bake Cookie Dough Bars

stacked no bake cookie dough bars
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

★★★★★

5 from 8 reviews

Easy and healthy edible cookie dough bars! Just six main ingredients is all you need, ready in about 30 minutes! Gluten free, vegan and paleo friendly. These are the perfect treat.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3/4 cup roasted cashew butter (I used homemade)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or sub honey)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup almond flour (see notes for subs)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt (if using unsalted nut butter)
  • 1/4 cup mini dairy free chocolate chips

Chocolate Topping

  • 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (regular sized morsels), or about 3 oz chopped chocolate
  • 3 tablespoons roasted cashew butter

Instructions

  1. Line medium loaf pan with parchment paper; set aside.
  2. Make dough: In a medium bowl combine cashew butter with maple syrup and vanilla extract. Add in almond flour and salt, stir until almost combined then fold in chocolate chips.
  3. Chill: Press cookie dough into pan, evenly pressing into all four corners (I also love this pastry roller tool.) Place in freezer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Melt chocolate: Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips and cashew butter in small saucepan over low heat, stirring until melted and mixture is smooth.
  5. Add topping and chill again: Remove pan from freezer and pour melted chocolate mixture on chilled cookie dough. Place back in freezer for 5-10 minutes, until chocolate topping has set. 

Notes

FLOUR – You can also sub 1 cup of oat flour. To make oat flour, process a heaping cup of rolled oats into flour. (I use my NutriBullet.)

CUTTING TIPS – To prevent chocolate topping from cracking, allow frozen bars to sit out for about 10 minutes before cutting. If bars are completely frozen, you may need to wait longer. Use large sharp knife to cut bars into 10-12 servings (or smaller if you’d like!)

STORING – Bars can be stored in fridge, enjoyed in about 2 weeks. Bars will also keep at room temperature; best enjoyed within 4-5 days. If storing in freezer, enjoy within 2-3 months.

Nutrition approximate, based on 12 servings using almond flour. Fat and carb content will change when using oat flour.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g

Keywords: healthy cookie dough bars, edible cookie dough, vegan cookie dough bars

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @fitmittenkitchen on Instagram and hashtag it #fitmittenkitchen

About Ashley

"Ashley Walterhouse is the founder of Fit Mitten Kitchen, based in the Greater Lansing Area of Michigan, AKA “the Mitten.” Ashley grew up as a picky eater but later discovered that eating healthy was actually easy and fun. She started FMK in 2015 as a way to share her newfound love of developing healthier recipes for all to enjoy."

Previous Post
25 Plant Based Burger Recipes to Try ASAP
blueberry oatmeal muffins on parchment paper
Next Post
Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

Reader Interactions

Rate this Recipe Cancel reply

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

  1. Sheena says

    1/5/2022 at 4:20 am

    Hi Ashley,

    Will storebought smooth PB work as a sub to cashew butter?

    I don’t feel game enough to make cashew butter just yet LOL

    Can’t wait to try these!! drooling just reading the recipe.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      1/5/2022 at 10:09 am

      Yes that’s fine! Just make sure the peanut butter is mixed well (if you’re using natural peanut butter with minimal ingredients, versus something like JIF). You’ll basically just be making peanut butter cookie dough bars, which is obviously going to be delicious 😀

      Reply
  2. Jenna Stone says

    8/25/2022 at 11:16 am

    These are soooo bomb, and even taste like real cookie dough. I am 6 months pregnant and have been craving chocolate chip cookies, but I want to be cognizant of what I put in my body, especially now! I made the homemade cashew butter, which turned out great and was easy, but I only made a little (wasn’t sure how it would turn out) so I actually mixed mostly the cashew butter with some store bought almond butter and peanut butter for this recipe, and it turned out delicious! 😋

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      8/25/2022 at 11:48 am

      Congratulations on your growing babe! I am glad this recipe could help you satisfy your craving 😀 Thanks for leaving your feedback and review!

      Reply
  3. Denise says

    1/12/2023 at 6:14 am

    AMAZING better for you treat!!! I added ground chia seeds for added nutrients. New FAV recipe!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      1/12/2023 at 8:30 am

      Thanks so much for sharing! Glad you are enjoying them!

      Reply
Older Comments

Primary Sidebar

More...

31 Holiday Cookies for Your Cookie Exchange

baked gingerbread bundt cake

Gingerbread Bundt Cake

bowl of pear salad with fresh pomegranates and candied pecans and orange poppyseed dressing jar

Pomegranate Pear Salad

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

overhead view of honey glazed carrots on rectangle baking dish with fresh thyme

Honey Glazed Carrots

stacked gingerbread truffles on green plate next to red gingerbread cookie cutter and red towel in background

Easy Gingerbread Truffles

pieces of cranberry orange baked oatmeal on oval plate

Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal

mocha mini cheesecake with whipped topping on black plate and dessert forks

Mini Mocha Cheesecakes

Free recipe ebook!

Subscribe and get a FREE healthy nut butter ebook!

Thank you for subscribing!
Trending Now
butternut squash, feta and kale salad in bowl Lunch & Dinner
chai latte in mug with cinnamon and star anise Cozy Drinks
banana peanut butter cinnamon rolls on small white plates with banana slices Cinnamon Rolls
As Featured On
  • Browse by Diet
  • Gluten-Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Vegan
  • Paleo
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
Exclusive Member of Mediavine· © 2023 · All Rights Reserved · Site Credits Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled Back to Top

Subscribe & receive a free nut butter ebook!

Thank you for subscribing!
6379 shares