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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles

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Posted:1/22/18
Updated:9/20/21
chocolate truffles with bite, mini chocolate chips
chocolate truffles with bite, mini chocolate chips

Paleo Chocolate Chip COOKIE DOUGH Truffles! Just six ingredients, no baking required and ready in less than 20 minutes. The perfect healthier treat! Gluten-free, dairy-free, low sugar.

chocolate chip cookie dough truffles on countertop this recipe

We’re over halfway through with January! Which for me that just means we’re getting (a little bit) closer to warmer weather… Ha, we still have quite a ways to go here in Michigan with winter weather often lasting through all of March into April.

But while so many peeps out there are currently doing detoxes and diets and Whole30’s this January, all I can think is, “Man I am really effing glad I can eat chocolate this month.” For real. 

chocolate truffles with bite, mini chocolate chips

Not that I am bashing those diets. I mean, I did a Whole30 last January and I don’t regret it one bit. But over the course of 2017 I have really changed my mindset around diet and exercise. Basically I realized everyone’s approach to health and wellness is so, so different. “Good for her, not for me.”  And taking the time to figure out what works for you could take lots of trial and error.

Being kind to yourself (learning from your behaviors – no judging)

Becoming self-aware (understanding the root of the problem)

Practicing gratitude (being thankful for your health and body – you only have one)

And because I am on the other (more positive) side of all that, I am much more tuned into negative self-talk, “the diet starts tomorrow” conversations, etc. And I just can’t be a bystander anymore. It pains me to here these comments. Because what happens when the “diet” is over? Usually you fall right back into your old habits post-diet.

Again I understand sometimes certain diets work for people. People need structure and a way to form healthier habits. I get that. But it’s the binge-restrict cycle and the negative self-talk I can’t handle. And that is often happening because something deeper is lurking beneath the surface.

I’m a big believer in practicing balance and moderation with all foods. Because when nothing is off limits, you realize you can actually can have your cake and eat it too.

Or in this case, chocolate chip cookie dough in truffle form.

What makes these Cookie Dough Truffles Healthy?

chocolate truffles with bite, mini chocolate chips

Instead of being loaded with butter and refined sugar, these cookie dough truffles are packed with nutrient dense ingredients like almond flour, nut butter and dark chocolate.

For me, it helps when the treats you’re practicing balance and moderation with, are actually packed with nutrient-dense ingredients. Not from a guilt standpoint, but from how you actually feel.

Just 6 Ingredients

  • almond flour – creates a super soft, melt in your mouth kind of texture
  • coconut sugar – the paleo-friendly sweetener (but feel free to use another granulated sugar)
  • nut or seed butter – I like cashew butter best here but you can also use almond butter or a blend of nut and seed butter.
  • milk or creamer – just a splash
  • dark chocolate chips – Use mini chips in the cookie dough batter and you can use regular sized morsels or a chopped chocolate bar for melting/dipping
  • coconut oil – this helps thin out the chocolate and makes it easier for dipping, but feel free to skip if your chocolate melts fine without it.

Yes, just six nutrient-dense ingredients needed here to make these cookie dough truffles. And about 20 minutes before ready for consumption.

Make in 5 Quick Steps

All it takes is one bowl for the dough and another bowl for the melted chocolate.

Make Cookie Dough

First mix together ingredients needed for the cookie dough – almond flour, sugar, nut butter, creamer and mini chocolate chips.

bowl of cookie dough with mini chocolate chips

Scoop into mini balls

Then using a 1/2 rounded tablespoon, scoop into balls and roll between palms.

Freeze for 10 minutes

You freeze the cookie dough balls for about 10 minutes to get them nice and cold before dipping into the melted chocolate – this helps set the chocolate faster as well.

raw paleo cookie dough balls on parchment paper baking sheet with melted chocolate in bowl

Melt Chocolate

Melt your chocolate in a small saucepan or in the microwave in a glass bowl on half power in 20 second increments, stirring in between until fully melted. Best to use a higher quality chocolate for this!

Dip into Melted Chocolate

I’d recommend using a parchment lined baking sheet here as well so you can gently remove the cookie dough truffles once the chocolate has set.

chocolate truffles on parchment paper with chocolate bowl and spoon

Storing

You can keep these cookie dough truffles in the fridge for longer keeping. They’re delicious cold but can also be enjoyed once they get to room temperature.

Double the Recipe

If you’re looking to create a stash, double the recipe and keep half in the freezer for later!

chocolate truffles with bite, mini chocolate chips

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

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Paleo Chocolate Chip COOKIE DOUGH Truffles! Just six ingredients, no baking required and ready in less than 20 minutes. The perfect healthier treat! Gluten-free, dairy-free, low sugar.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 truffles 1x
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: no-bake
  • Cuisine: american
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale

cooke dough:

  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 TBS coconut sugar*
  • 3 TBS nut or seed butter of choice (I used cashew)
  • 1 TBS non-dairy milk of choice (or a non-dairy coffee creamer)
  • 2 TBS dairy-free mini chocolate chips

chocolate coating:

  • 4oz dairy-free chocolate, chopped (equal to 2/3 cup chips)
  • 1/2 TBSP coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Make the dough: In medium bowl whisk together almond flour and coconut sugar. Add in nut or seed butter (make sure it’s well stirred prior to adding) using spoon to stir. Add in milk, using hands to mix together as necessary, then add in chocolate chips. Mixture should be easy to roll and not crumbly. 
  2. Scoop into balls: Using 1/2 rounded tablespoon, scoop cookie dough into little balls – you should get about 12.
  3. Freeze: Place balls on small cookie sheet lined with parchment paper; place in freezer for 15 minutes.
  4. Melt chocolate: During the last few minutes while the cookie dough is chilling, prepare the chocolate coating. In a small microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20 second increments, stirring in between until fully melted. Alternatively you could also melt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, or if your toaster oven has a “warm” function that will also work. No matter which method you choose, be careful not to burn.
  5. Dip cookie dough balls: Remove tray with cookie dough from freezer; use a spoon to dip the cookie dough balls into the chocolate, setting back onto parchment paper. The chocolate should set rather quickly with the cold cookie dough. Pop back in fridge to speed up process if desired.
  6. Store cookie dough truffles in covered container in fridge. Enjoy!

Notes

*You can also sub another dry granulated sweetener if you’d like. If looking to sub with honey or maple syrup, you may need to change dry ingredient ratio.

Feel free to double the recipe for more bites and store half in the freezer.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle
  • Calories: 107
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 21mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 3mg

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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."

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  1. Molly says

    2/12/2019 at 7:00 pm

    I tried this tonight and halved the recipe. My dough was too crumbly though, what did I do wrong? 🙁
    Thanks for all your recipes!

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    • Ashley says

      2/12/2019 at 7:09 pm

      Hmmm it could be that the nut butter wasn’t mixed well enough before adding the other ingredients. Or you needed just a touch more liquid. The dough comes together at the end best when using your hands. I’ve never tried halving the recipe though so that could also potentially be an issue.

      Reply
  2. Jenna says

    7/17/2019 at 2:59 pm

    Holy cow!!! These are so delicious and so easy!! I couldn’t wait to make them so I subbed with what I had in the cabinet – used 1/2 cup oat flour and 2 tbs of maple syrup and they came out perfect! I will be making a double batch tonight!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      8/5/2019 at 10:47 am

      Awesome, Jenna! Thanks so much for leaving feedback and your substitutions – super helpful!

      Reply
  3. Kelsey+Burnell says

    4/16/2020 at 3:57 pm

    These were great! I needed a “baking” project that was egg free and this fit the bill. I used JIF peanut butter and it was fine, but I think it would be even better with a higher quality natural nut butter.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  4. Ann says

    12/15/2022 at 3:37 pm

    Hi,could I use water instead of almond milk?

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      12/19/2022 at 12:16 pm

      I haven’t tried the recipe with water but I am guessing it would be fine! You can also use another form of milk.

      Reply
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