Healthy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
Introduction
Craving cookie dough but trying to keep things light, wholesome, and easy? These Healthy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars are your answer! Packed with nutritious ingredients, irresistibly chewy, and entirely eggless, this treat hits every nostalgic note of classic cookie dough—without the guilt or the oven.
Perfect for snacking, dessert, or sharing at gatherings, these bars are free from refined sugar and loaded with plant-based goodness. With no baking or complicated steps involved, you can whip these up in minutes, making them a top choice for busy cooks and health-conscious families.
Why Healthy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars Are a Must-Make
The magic of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. A combination of nut butter, wholesome oats, and a touch of chocolate creates decadently rich bars that taste like dessert but fuel you like a snack. Enjoy the flavors of raw cookie dough while knowing everything inside is nourishing and naturally sweetened—ideal for lunchboxes, post-workout munching, or anytime cravings.
Gathering and Preparing Your Ingredients
To make your base, blend rolled oats into flour using a high-powered blender for extra-smooth bars and even texture. The Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black will turn your oats into fine flour in seconds, ensuring your cookie dough layer is smooth and cohesive.
Line your baking dish with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet for fuss-free removal and clean slicing. This step is crucial for that perfect, bakery-style bar that won’t stick or crumble when cut.
Creating the Dough and Chocolate Topping
Once your oat flour is ready, mix it with almond butter, pure maple syrup, vanilla, and a handful of mini chocolate chips. Blend everything until you have a thick, slightly sticky dough. For ultra-easy mixing, a tool like the Ninja Fit Compact Personal Blender, 700-Watt Base, Black QB3001SS works beautifully for smaller batches or single-serve recipes.
For the topping, gently melt dark chocolate chips and pour over your pressed dough layer. Use an offset spatula for even spreading, then pop the pan in the freezer until set.
Storing and Serving Your No Bake Bars
Once your bars are fully chilled, lift them from the pan using the parchment overhang and slice into squares or bars. Keep your finished bars fresh by storing them in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), which are leak-proof and perfect for stacking in the fridge or packing for on-the-go snacks.
Serve straight from the fridge or let them sit at room temperature for a softer, chewier bite. They’re perfect as a healthy treat for kids and adults alike.
Nutritional Information and Portion Details
This recipe yields about 12 bars, with each serving generally containing around 180–210 calories, depending on the type of nut butter and chocolate used. These are fiber-rich, protein-packed, and naturally sweetened—making them a smart and satisfying choice for most dietary needs.
Healthy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars (Recap)
These bars deliver all the joy of cookie dough in a form that’s nourishing, easy to make, and ready in minutes—no oven or mixer required. They’re a crowd-favorite for good reason: delicious, wholesome, and designed to fit busy lifestyles.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- Use the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black to blend rolled oats into a fine flour, if not using store-bought oat flour.
- In a large bowl, mix the oat flour, nut butter, pure maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt until well combined. Fold in half of the chocolate chips.
- Press the dough evenly into your prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula or clean hands.
- Melt the remaining chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave or over a saucepan. Pour this over the cookie dough layer and use the back of a spoon or spatula to spread evenly.
- For easy, uniform bars, chill in the freezer for about 30 minutes until firm. Remove, lift the bars using the parchment handles, and slice with a sharp knife.
- Store bars in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
No Bake (Chill time): 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Enjoy these incredibly easy, healthy, and satisfying no-bake bars—cookie dough flavor, guilt-free ingredients, and zero need to turn on the oven!
