No-Bake Healthy Sugar Cookie Bites

Name: No-Bake Healthy Sugar Cookie Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons almond butter; 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 tsp almond extract (optional but adds to that sugar-cookie flavor); A pinch of salt; 1 cup super fine almond flour (I love Bob's Red Mill); white sugar (for rolling (optional)); rainbow sprinkles (for rolling (optional))

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These no-bake sugar cookie bites are the perfect healthier sweet treat during the holiday season. No need for any oven or butter- they will satisfy that sweet craving in no time!

What you’ll love about this recipe:

Easy – You only need 6 ingredients to make these no-bake sugar cookie bites. They are the perfect sweet treat in small portion sizes and great to take with you on the go!
Flavorful – These bites are essentially like having mini sugar cookies with that sweet, soft texture and hint of almond extract. Each bite is soft and delicious, like eating sugar cookie dough.
Healthy– No butter needed for these healthier mini “cookies”
Vegan, dairy-free, & gluten-free

When it’s that time of year and you have a craving for something sweet (but don’t want to indulge in 5 frosted sugar cookies), try these Christmas sugar cookie bites that taste similar to edible cookie dough, but healthier!

This is a great way to satisfy the sweet tooth during the holiday season! I love to take these to work for a snack in the mid-morning or afternoon.

▶︎Want some other no-bake treats? Check out these No-Bake Brownie Bites, Salted Caramel Bites, Chocolate Truffle s, and No-Bake Pumpkin Cookies!

Ingredients

Ingredient notes:

Almond butter: This gives the no-bake sugar cookie bites that perfect texture and taste without the need for butter. Almond butter has healthy fats and is the prefered nut butter for this recipe, although you could also use cashew butter that also has a more subtle flavor.
Almond flour: This is a great high protein flour that also provides some flavor to these bites. If you don’t have this ingredient, you could consider trying oat flour.
Almond extract: Many sugar cookie recipes have a small dash of almond extract. It adds a subtle nutty and sweet undertone to the cookies

See recipe card for full ingredient list and quantities.

📝Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl add almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond extract and a pinch of salt. Whisk until well combined.

Step 2: Add in your almond flour and stir until combined.

Step 3: Place your bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes to help it firm up.

Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, begin rolling into uniform balls between the palm of your hand.

Step 4: Optional: Roll your ball gently in some sugar and rainbow sprinkles.

Enjoy right away or store in the fridge for up to 7 days for an easy treat.

❓Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftover no-bake sugar cookie bites?

Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

When are these no-bake sugar cookie bites meant to be enjoyed?

You can enjoy them for a mid-morning snack or in the afternoon when you need a pick-me-up. These are also a great dessert in the evenings when you want something a little healthier.

What is the purpose of almond extract?

This is used in a lot of sugar cookie recipes to add a subtle nuttiness which compliments the sweetness well.

Why are my no-bake sugar cookie bites falling apart?

Your mixture it too dry. Consider adding in a 1-2 more tsp of maple syrup and/or a small spoonful of almond butter until its a thicker consistency. Letting it set in the freezer also helps it roll into more uniform balls.

Pro Tips

Use super fine almond flour for this recipe to get the best texture- I love Bob’s Red Mill !
Add whatever toppings you want for your cookie dough ball…whether it’s festive sprinkles, a drizzle of white chocolate, or a sprinkle of sugar.
You could consider adding some color to these balls with a touch of food coloring (such as red or green for Christmas-themed!)

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