Description
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these safe-to-eat cookie dough bites, designed to capture the nostalgic flavor of licking the mixing bowl without the raw eggs or flour. Enhanced with a touch of ground flaxseed for texture, this American-style snack offers a lighter take that may support steady energy levels. Whip it up in just one bowl for effortless cleanup.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Sugar-free maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Creamy almond butter (~60g)
- 1 cup Super-fine almond flour (~100g)
- 1 tbsp Ground flaxseed (optional, for added fiber)
- 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 cup Sugar-free dark chocolate chips (~40g)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar-free maple syrup, vanilla extract, and creamy almond butter until smooth and well combined.
- Add the almond flour, ground flaxseed (if using), cinnamon, and sea salt to the wet mixture. Stir firmly with a spatula until a thick dough forms.
- Check the texture: The dough should hold together easily. If it feels too dry or crumbly, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of extra syrup. If it feels too sticky to handle, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of extra almond flour.
- Fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Optional: Line a plate or small baking sheet with parchment paper to keep the bites from sticking while you roll them, Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and roll between your palms to form 1-inch balls.
- Place the bites in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator to firm up before serving. Keep refrigerated.
Notes
- Dietary Context: This recipe is very low in net carbs and relatively rich in fiber for its calorie count, relying on almond flour and unsaturated fats from almond butter, which typically results in a gentle impact on blood sugar. A potential downside is the concentration of saturated fats relative to calories, plus the possibility of digestive upset if sugar-free sweeteners are overconsumed. Therefore, consider this a suitable sweet treat for diabetes management, but perhaps not ideal for frequent consumption in large amounts.
- Allergy Alert: This recipe contains tree nuts (almonds) and may contain dairy or soy depending on the specific brand of chocolate chips used.
- Storage: Always store these bites in the refrigerator to maintain texture and freshness; they will keep for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutritional info (per serving [2 bites]): Calories: 132 | Total Fat: 11g (Saturated: 1.5g) | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 45mg | Total Carbs: 7g (Fiber: 3g, Sugars: <1g) | Net Carbs: 4g | Protein: 5g
These are approximate estimates based on standard nutritional data using erythritol-based syrup and sugar-free dark chocolate chips. Values may vary based on brands and exact measurements. For precise calculations, use a nutrition tracking app.