5 Minute Healthy Cookie Dough Bites For Toddlers (And Moms!)

Ok, let’s be real. These healthy cookie dough bites are definitely appropriate for toddlers, but we all know who we’re really making these for. Pair a couple of these treats with a coffee, and you’ve just created the most delightful mama afternoon treat possible. I just know you’re going to go gah-gah over these, and so will your little babes.

Why Cookie Dough Bites?

There are so many reasons cookie dough bites are the perfect treat for toddlers.

Easy to make: You don’t need a lot of time to make these healthy cookie dough bites. All it takes is 5 minutes to throw everything together. I know you’re busy, mama, but surely you’ve got 5 minutes!

Toddlers can help: My little guy insists to be a part of every kitchen activity possible. When there is no cutting, stove top or oven usage involved, my heart sings. My son is able to participate in the entire process, and that makes both of us so happy.

Healthy sweet treat: Sure, these are cookie bites, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t packed with goodness. Let’s take a look at the nutritional benefits of the key ingredients in these bites.

• Almond flour is rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and magnesium, making it a nutritious alternative to traditional flours.
• Peanut butter is a good source of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium, promoting overall health and satiety.
• Maple syrup contains antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals like manganese and zinc, offering potential anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits when consumed in moderation.
• Chocolate chips make us happy. Do we need any other reasons to use them?

Healthy Cookie Dough Bites Recipe

You are going to love how simple this recipe is. It feels so good to be true, but it really is easy enough to make in 5 minutes.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (sub any other nut butter if you’ve got an allergy)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips or anything else you’d like to mix in

There’s not much to explain here. Simply mix all of the ingredients together, roll the dough into small balls, and refrigerate. Eat and enjoy!

The most tricky part of this recipe is waiting until the balls firm up in the fridge. Of course, you don’t have to do that. In fact, you don’t even have to roll these into small balls. If you can’t be bothered, grab a spoon, and go to town! There’s no judgment here. To be honest, I’ll likely grab a spoon and join you.

Click the video below to watch Ashley from reallittlemeals make these healthy cookie dough bites in real time!

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