Sweet Treats with a Guilt-Free Twist: No-Bake Chocolate Almond Delights
For those seeking a sweet indulgence without the weight, these no-bake chocolate almond treats offer a guilt-free alternative. Crafted using readily available ingredients, this recipe skips the oven and gets its texture boost from oats, chocolate chips, and toasted coconut.
The diabetes-friendly snack is perfect for keeping on hand throughout the week. The simple yet effective formula combines basic pantry staples with some smart substitutions to create a treat that's not only delicious but also nutritious.
To make these treats, start by combining sugar and almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a boil. Then, cool it down for five minutes before whisking in almond butter, vanilla extract, stevia powder, and salt.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add protein powder, oats, and mini chocolate chips. Mix everything together using a wooden spoon or your hands – if it gets too thick – until you get a cohesive dough.
Next, use a tablespoon measure to form heaping tablespoons of the mixture into 24 balls. Roll each ball through toasted coconut to lightly coat them. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper and refrigerate until firm, which should take at least two hours.
The end result is a deliciously sweet treat that's packed with nutrients. With only 88 calories per serving, these no-bake chocolate almond treats are an excellent option for those looking to satisfy their cravings without overdoing it on the sugar. Plus, they're diabetes-friendly, making them an ideal snack to keep in the fridge for the week.
Here are the ingredients and nutritional breakdown:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/4 cup of almond milk
- 3/4 cup of almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 scoop of stevia powder
- 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt
- 3 tablespoons of chocolate protein powder
- 1 1/4 cups of rolled oats
- 3 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup of shredded toasted coconut
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 88
Fat: 6
Protein: 2
Carbs: 7
Sodium: 52
For those seeking a sweet indulgence without the weight, these no-bake chocolate almond treats offer a guilt-free alternative. Crafted using readily available ingredients, this recipe skips the oven and gets its texture boost from oats, chocolate chips, and toasted coconut.
The diabetes-friendly snack is perfect for keeping on hand throughout the week. The simple yet effective formula combines basic pantry staples with some smart substitutions to create a treat that's not only delicious but also nutritious.
To make these treats, start by combining sugar and almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a boil. Then, cool it down for five minutes before whisking in almond butter, vanilla extract, stevia powder, and salt.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add protein powder, oats, and mini chocolate chips. Mix everything together using a wooden spoon or your hands – if it gets too thick – until you get a cohesive dough.
Next, use a tablespoon measure to form heaping tablespoons of the mixture into 24 balls. Roll each ball through toasted coconut to lightly coat them. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper and refrigerate until firm, which should take at least two hours.
The end result is a deliciously sweet treat that's packed with nutrients. With only 88 calories per serving, these no-bake chocolate almond treats are an excellent option for those looking to satisfy their cravings without overdoing it on the sugar. Plus, they're diabetes-friendly, making them an ideal snack to keep in the fridge for the week.
Here are the ingredients and nutritional breakdown:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/4 cup of almond milk
- 3/4 cup of almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 scoop of stevia powder
- 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt
- 3 tablespoons of chocolate protein powder
- 1 1/4 cups of rolled oats
- 3 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup of shredded toasted coconut
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 88
Fat: 6
Protein: 2
Carbs: 7
Sodium: 52
I mean, who needs baking when you can just mix everything together and chill? And the best part is they're so low on calories - only 88 per serving! That's perfect for me after a workout or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, I love that it uses oats and almond butter as natural binders instead of flour. Definitely adding this to my recipe book 
. And with only 88 calories per serving, they're perfect for snacking on the go 
. It's also great that they're diabetes-friendly, making them a guilt-free indulgence 
. One thing I'd suggest is using a higher-quality protein powder to get more protein in each serving 
. Overall, these treats seem like a win-win for anyone looking for a sweet treat without the guilt 
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️ "You can't buy happiness, but you can buy chocolate and that's kinda the same thing!" 
! i was skeptical about using oats but they actually work really well in this recipe, and who knew almond milk could be used instead of regular milk? 
also the toasting step is a game changer - it gives them this amazing texture. i did end up overdoing it on the chocolate chips though lol but still, these treats are perfect for on-the-go snacks or post workout fuel 
the toasted coconut on top is the perfect touch 
these treats would be a game changer for snack attacks throughout the week 
. But honestly, I think we should start questioning why we feel like we need to justify our sweet tooth in the first place... 
