Paleo Cookie Dough Bars (GF): this almond flour cookie dough recipe is delicious & gluten free! Safe to eat & edible, no need to bake. Egg-Free, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Refined Sugar-Free.
If you had to choose just one, what would you pick: cookie dough bites or cookie dough bars?
If I had to choose one, I would pick cookie dough bars! (Not that I’m biased by these paleo almond flour cookie dough bars or anything…) It’s just… a thick layer of chocolate chip cookie dough, topped with a thick layer of paleo chocolate topping?
What more could ya need?
Besides more chocolate chips, of course! Moving on… ever since I shared my Healthy Gluten Free Cookie Dough Bars recipe with you, I’ve been getting ALL the requests for a paleo version. Made with almond flour. And with coconut flour.
Almond Flour Cookie Dough: Paleo Cookie Dough Bars!
Yes, y’all really are that specific! And I love it. It’s my job to keep ya happy—and satisfied. 😉 So welcome, to my very favorite Paleo Almond Flour Cookie Dough Bars. They’re just the right amount of soft ‘n dense (like cookie dough should be), packed with vegan chocolate chips and topped with a velvety-smooth and rich layer of paleo chocolate.
Are you ready? Let’s no bake this!
7 Ingredients: Paleo Edible Cookie Dough
Almond Flour is the key ingredient in my paleo edible cookie dough bars. This grain-free “flour” is made from finely ground, blanched almonds. Almond flour adds a delicate, absorbent and moist texture to this paleo cookie dough recipe.
Coconut Flour is a tricky ingredient to work with! My tip: always follow the recipe—if there isn’t coconut flour in it, don’t use it! Lol. Coconut flour is very, very absorbent and works like no other flour.
Vegan Chocolate Chips OR Paleo Chocolate, Chopped – I haven’t yet found a paleo chocolate chip that’s made without cane sugar, cane syrup, etc. But I have found this wonderful paleo chocolate bar that’s made with coconut sugar. Whoop! Instead of vegan chocolate chips, try using chopped paleo chocolate for your paleo edible cookie dough bars.
Natural, Creamy Almond Butter is one of the best, healthy ways to get that fudge-like texture for a shelf-stable chocolate topping (ya don’t need to refrigerate this!). I figured this out when I created my 2 Ingredient 5 Minute Homemade Fudge. Natural, creamy almond butter adds such a mild flavor, you probably won’t even notice it. Results: best paleo cookie dough bars ever!
Pure Maple Syrup is one of my preferred sweeteners for my paleo cookie dough recipes. But, if you’re looking to reduce the amount of sugar and carbs, try swapping about 25% of the maple syrup in this recipe with sugar free maple syrup. It tastes pretty close to the real thing & is made from plants!
Coconut Oil adds a great buttery element to this paleo cookie dough bars recipe. If you’re not a fan of coconut oil, try using melted vegan butter instead. 😉
Vanilla Extract – no explanation needed! Lol. Okay… it makes this paleo cookie dough taste like cookie dough!!! 😉
Almond Meal or Almond Flour Cookie Dough?
One question I often get in my paleo cookie dough recipes, and frankly, any of my paleo recipes that use almond flour is: Can I use almond meal instead of almond flour?
The answer is: Yes! Keep in mind, finely ground, blanched almond flour has a finer texture, and is much more flour-like. As such, it makes the paleo cookie dough more reminiscent of classic cookie dough (like with butter and all purpose flour). Almond meal is…. Mealy. 😉 It’s much more present and grainier.
Best Tools for the Paleo Almond Flour Cookie Dough Bars
I’ve gathered my favorite tools for making paleo almond flour cookie dough bars. Click on the links below to check ‘em out!
- 8-inch Baking Pan: a truly wonderful and reliable baking pan. I’ve used it hundreds of times, and it’s still going strong.
- Coconut Flour: when it comes to paleo baking, and no-baking, coconut flour is a total must!
- Paleo Chocolate Bars: this is one of the tastiest paleo chocolate bars I’ve ever had, and a staple in my paleo chocolate recipes. You can also use vegan chocolate chips.
- My Favorite Knife: this knife cuts through cookie dough bars like, well, a hot knife through cookie dough bars. Oh, you know what I mean. 😉
- Silicone Spatulas: another of my favorite pieces of kitchen equipment. Wonderful for stirring, spreading, and so much more.
So… have you chosen a favorite yet? Paleo cookie dough bars or paleo cookie dough bites? I can’t wait to hear which! It’s truly such a joy making these tasty treats with you… Thanks for stopping by! ‘Til the next one…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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Paleo Edible Cookie Dough Bites & More!
Check out my favorite paleo edible cookie dough recipes, including: paleo chocolate chip cookie dough, paleo cookie dough bites and more!
- Healthy Vegan Cookie Dough
- Gluten Free Cookie Dough
- 3 Ingredient Almond Butter Paleo No Bake Cookies
- Dairy-Free Coconut Flour Cookie Dough
- Chocolate Almond Butter Keto Fat Bombs
- Healthy Cookie Dough Truffles
Paleo Almond Flour Cookie Dough Bars (Edible, Vegan, Dairy-Free)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
Description
Paleo Cookie Dough Bars (GF): this almond flour cookie dough recipe is delicious & gluten free! Safe to eat & edible, no need to bake. Egg-Free, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Refined Sugar-Free.
Ingredients
Paleo Cookie Dough Layer
- 1 2/3 cups finely ground, blanched almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon vegan chocolate chips (mini and regular) or chopped paleo chocolate
Paleo Vegan Chocolate Topping
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips or chopped paleo chocolate
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon natural unsalted, creamy homemade almond butter (or store-bought)
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside. Clear some space in the freezer for this pan—you will need it later.
- Make the Paleo Cookie Dough Bars: Add almond flour, coconut flour, maple syrup, oil and vanilla to a medium bowl. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until thickened and well incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Transfer cookie dough into the prepared baking pan. Using a rubber spatula, smooth into an even layer. Set aside.
- Prepare the Chocolate Topping using a double-boiler or do the following. Add Paleo Vegan Chocolate Topping ingredients to a medium, microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments until softened and melted. Stir in between heating increments until smooth and well mixed. Pour topping over cookie dough bars. Using a clean rubber spatula, smooth into an even layer. Optionally, make swirls on top for fun!
- Transfer pan to freezer. Chill for 20-30 minutes, or until firm. Remove from freezer and slice into 16 bars. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Adapted from my Paleo Cookie Dough Bites.
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Notes
- To keep this recipe paleo, make sure to use chopped paleo chocolate in place of vegan chocolate chips. Here is the paleo chocolate that I use. It’s amazing!
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Blanched Almond Flour | Coconut Flour | Paleo Chocolate or Vegan Chocolate Chips | Coconut Oil | Natural Almond Butter
- Storing Instructions: Store for up to 1 week in an airtight container such as these reusable zip bags at room temperature. Bars are soft for up to 1 week.
- Recommended Tools: Glass Mixing Bowls | 8-inch Baking Pan | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Spatulas | 4oz Prep Bowls | Reusable Zip Bags
- Nutrition Information: is an estimate based on the best-selling, most common brands per ingredient. Also, it’s estimated based on 16 servings per recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert, No Bake
- Method: Chill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: paleo cookie dough, paleo edible cookie dough, almond flour cookie dough, almond meal cookie dough
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Easy to make and they taste great- the best kind of dessert!
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Haha I couldn’t agree more Grace! 😊
Can you use natural peanut bitter instead of almond butter?
Can you substitute almond butter for peanut butter?
Hi Lauren! Yep, that should work fine here. Just know that with PB they will no longer be paleo-friendly. 🙂
Is it ok if i use Almond extract instead of Vanilla? We’re all out of vanilla.
Hi Rachel! Yep, that’s totally fine. 🙂 Hope you enjoy!
Hubby is allergic to coconut. Can I use all almond flour?
Hi Rochelle, try using an additional 3-4 tablespoons of almond flour to balance out the loss of coconut flour. See how you like the texture and adjust as need be. Enjoy! 🙂
Thank you! Will let you know.
Made these tonight! Even my omnivorous husband said they tasted like real cookie dough.
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Woohoo! So glad to hear they were a hit with the hubs! .
My family devoured these in one night. They were shocked when told these were made with gluten free / paleo ingredients!
Thanks for the recipe!
Omigosh, that’s awesome!!! Don’t you just love it when they can hardly believe it? 😉 Thanks for letting me know, Julia! 🙂
What an amazing dessert! Exactly what I was looking for to cure my sweet tooth! Delish!
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Oh what perfect timing! 🙂
These look so great! Thanks for this great option.
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You’re so welcome Krissy!
I love that this is still a fun treat to have even when you’re trying to eat healthier! Can’t wait to try it.
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Exactly! Happy no-baking Katie! ☺️
These bars are so fun to make! Thank you for sharing!
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I know! There’s nothing quite like homemade cookie dough! ☺️
These look Ah-mazing! It’s great that they store for a week but these will not last that long in my home!
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Thanks Beth! . Haha yep they definitely don’t last long around here!
Love this paleo dessert idea! I’m a huge fan of cookie dough so this is great 🙂
Same here! . I think you’ll really enjoy this Lisa!
Has anyone made these using cocoa nibs and monk fruit sweetner instead of chocolate chips and maple ayrup?
Wow! This looks amazing. A pan of these would not last long in this home, they would be eaten up right away!
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LOL they definitely disappear fast in my house! .
wow! These bars look so decadent! They will be perfect for my Celiac friend!
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Oh that’s great! How sweet of you!
These look incredible! I love all the healthy ingredients and that they are vegan!
Thanks Kate! These ingredients are some of my faves. 🙂
These look SO good and I have everything on hand to make them – score!!
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Yay! Love when that happens. Hope you enjoy! .