Homemade Cookie Dough Larabars
Homemade cookie dough larabars made with healthy ingredients. A healthy paleo snack for kids and families on the go! Love these easy to make nut and fruit bars that taste like cookie dough!
I just bought a pack of larabars…
While I loved the convenience of eating something that comes pre-packaged, it just wasn’t the same as homemade.
The difference between something made with love in your own kitchen with fresh ingredients makes it taste like a whole new experience!
This stack of larabars was devoured by my family, but not before I snuck a few into the freezer for later in the week.
The chewy texture hits you in the face like a caramel candy.
Then followed by a sweet and chocolatey flavor… it’s straight up cookie dough and we can’t get enough.
How to make larabars
If you don’t have a food processor- get one!
Probably one of my most asked questions is what food processor I use, because as you know… I use my food processor in pretty much EVERY recipe.
This is the one I use on a daily basis and it’s a powerhouse and perfect for making these healthy treats.
Road-trip-proof, kid-approved, and loved by adults, these homemade larabars truly do taste like cookie dough, so there isn’t a reason why you shouldn’t make them.
Each ingredient in this healthy snack is a whole food, in it’s raw form- that’s probably why I can’t stop eating these. 🙂
If you’re looking for an easy healthy paleo snack- look no further.
I took these bars over the mountains last week for the holidays, but my stash didn’t last longer than the second day into the trip (whoops!).
Anyway, enjoy and catch up with ya later!
- 2 cups medjool dates pitted
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 teaspoon pink salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar
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Prep Time | 5 minutes |
Servings |
bars
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Ingredients
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- In a food processor combine all ingredients (except chocolate chips) until it reaches a course consistency, but still sticks together. Then stir in chocolate chips by hand.
- Line a 7" or 8" square baking/cake pan with parchment paper. Press cookie dough into the pan and chill in freezer (optional) until reaches desired consistency. Cut into 8 bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Cookie Dough Larabars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 278
Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g
26%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Sodium 75mg
3%
Potassium 100mg
3%
Total Carbohydrates 31g
10%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 20g
Protein 6g
12%
Calcium
4%
Iron
15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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This recipe is quick and easy to make and the results are so yummy! I made a batch last weekend, but they disappeared so quickly that I need to make another batch.
Haha, that’s a good problem to have! Thanks for sharing Sue. 🙂
These are so simple to throw together and really yummy! Thank you for sharing. These totally satisfy my sweet tooth while staying gluten free. I switched out cashews and out in almonds so my kids who are allergic could also enjoy, and they still worked perfectly. I also leave them as balls because I can’t find room for the pan in my freezer!
Great to hear, thank you Beth!
I have all the ingredients!!!! I am going to make them tonight. Thanks for sharing
This is tagged as Whole30. What chocolate chips are you using that’s whole30 approved?
Hi Andy, you can get sugar free chocolate- I can’t remember which ones these were it’s been awhile!
I just made these!! I’m in luv.. I used my mini muffin tin to make “fruit baskets”.. wish I could submit a picture. They turned out so cute!!
That sounds so fun, love the idea Kelli!
This looks so good! What a great way to enjoy a treat while eating clean!
Thank you Suzanne!
Thanks for sharing! Do they keep long?
Hi Vanessa, yes- I store them in the fridge for 1-2 weeks and/or put them in the freezer for months. 🙂