If you’ve ever dreamed of sneaking bites of cookie dough straight from the mixing bowl—but without the guilt or worry—these Healthy Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Balls (Gluten Free, Vegan) are for you. They’re made with clean, nourishing ingredients like almond flour, coconut oil, and dairy-free chocolate chips, and they’re fully plant-based and gluten-free.
This no-bake treat is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without refined sugar, flour, or animal products. With a creamy, chewy interior and rich chocolate coating, they’re like a healthier version of truffles—ideal for both summer snacking and winter indulgence.
Why You’ll Love These Cookie Dough Balls
- Gluten-Free & Vegan: Naturally allergy-friendly and plant-based.
- No-Bake Convenience: No oven, no fuss.
- Nutrient-Rich: Made with wholesome almond flour and coconut oil.
- Perfect Sweet Treat: Rich, chewy, and covered in silky chocolate.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough Balls:
- 1¼ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup coconut oil (melted and cooled)
- 2 tablespoons milk of choice (e.g., oat, almond)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips (dairy-free, if vegan)
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup chocolate chips (vegan if needed)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
Bring all ingredients to room temperature. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut sugar, coconut oil, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
2. Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in ⅓ cup of chocolate chips. Place the bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up the dough—this makes rolling much easier.
3. Shape the Balls
Remove the bowl from the freezer. Using a spoon or small scoop, roll dough into balls (about 1 heaping tablespoon each). Place them on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 1 hour.
4. Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
5. Coat the Dough Balls
Dip each frozen dough ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return them to the lined tray. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt if desired.
6. Freeze to Set
Place the tray back in the freezer for 1–2 hours or until the chocolate has fully set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Pro Tips & Variations
- Chilling is key: Don’t skip the freezing step—it helps the balls hold their shape during dipping.
- Flavor it up: Add a dash of cinnamon or espresso powder to the dough.
- Switch up the chips: Use dark chocolate, white chocolate (dairy-free), or even peanut butter chips.
- Mini bites: Roll into smaller balls for bite-sized energy treats.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these as:
- A healthy dessert after dinner
- A midday snack with herbal tea or iced coffee
- A holiday treat on dessert trays
- A freezer-friendly sweet to keep on hand for cravings
They’re perfect for school-safe treats, potlucks, or anytime you want a better-for-you indulgence.
Healthy Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Balls (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough Balls:
- 1¼ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted and cooled
- 2 tablespoons milk of choice e.g., oat, almond
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips dairy-free, if vegan
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup chocolate chips vegan if needed
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Bring all ingredients to room temperature. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut sugar, coconut oil, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Add Chocolate Chips
- Fold in ⅓ cup of chocolate chips. Place the bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up the dough—this makes rolling much easier.
Shape the Balls
- Remove the bowl from the freezer. Using a spoon or small scoop, roll dough into balls (about 1 heaping tablespoon each). Place them on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 1 hour.
Melt the Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
Coat the Dough Balls
- Dip each frozen dough ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return them to the lined tray. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt if desired.
Freeze to Set
- Place the tray back in the freezer for 1–2 hours or until the chocolate has fully set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
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