Description
This Healthy Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious and nutritious treat combining almond flour-based cookie dough with a rich chocolate topping. It’s easy to prepare, requires no baking, and offers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors with a satisfying crunch from chocolate chips and flaky sea salt.
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
- Prepare the cookie dough: In a bowl, add almond flour, cashew butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix together thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly combined. Then gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the dough: Place parchment paper on a cutting board or a large plate. Transfer the cookie dough mixture onto the parchment paper. Using a silicone spatula or clean hands, firmly press and flatten the dough to about a 1/2-inch thickness. Set aside to prepare the chocolate topping.
- Melt the chocolate topping: In a small bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted, smooth, and glossy.
- Assemble the bark: Pour and spread the melted chocolate evenly over the flattened cookie dough layer. Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to enhance flavor and texture.
- Chill and serve: Place the cookie dough bark in the freezer for about 10 minutes to set the chocolate topping firmly. After chilling, chop into large chunks or pieces as desired. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Storage: Store bark inside a sealed container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days to maintain freshness.
- Long-term storage: For extended keeping, store the bark in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Substitutions: You can substitute almond flour, cashew butter, and maple syrup with alternatives that fit your dietary preferences or availability.
- Serving suggestion: Cut into pieces and enjoy as a healthy snack or dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large piece (about 1/12th of the recipe)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
