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    Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls

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    By Alisa Fleming on February 24, 2014 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy Free Desserts, Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy-Free Snack Recipes

    My “ode to unsweetened dairy-free yogurt” recipe post got a little out of control. I had too many ideas, and started to veer off on tangents – these delicious oatmeal cookie dough balls being one of them. So rather than omit, I’ve given the recipe its very own home.

    Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls - a snack-worthy healthy treat recipe that's dairy-free, gluten-free, allergy-friendly, vegan and oh-so delicious!

    Go Dairy Free - The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance and Casein-Free LivingMy niece loved the original cookie dough balls, but I wanted a heartier, gluten-free version that Tony could enjoy, too. It required just a touch of adaption to get just the right texture.

    These oatmeal cookie dough balls are actually softer than the wheat version and have a milder flavor and earthy texture. My niece likes these, but prefers the wheat ones, while the oat version is definitely my favorite, and Tony certainly wasn’t complaining!

    Reader Recipe Raves

    I received the following feedback on this oatmeal cookie dough balls recipe via our Facebook Page:

    Stephanie: “Those are yummy! I made them for a cookie exchange at work last Christmas. They were a winner!”

    Claire: “I made these tonight with my daughter who’s milk, egg and soya free. I halved the recipe. They’re lovely.”

    Cherie: “Love these! I often bring them to parties so I have a yummy dairy-free snack, and I’ve shared this recipe many times!”

    Special Diet Notes & Options: Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free (with certified gluten-free oats), nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan and vegetarian.

    Wholesome Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls
     
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    Prep time
    15 mins
    Total time
    15 mins
     
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 12
    Ingredients
    • 2¼ cups quick oats (I use Bob's Red Mill certified gluten-free quick oats), divided
    • ¼ cup coconut sugar, finely ground in a spice grinder (can substitute brown sugar)
    • ⅜ teaspoon salt
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup (room temperature)
    • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
    • ¼ cup unsweetened dairy free yogurt (I use Vanilla So Delicious)
    • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ to ¾ cup mini dairy-free chocolate chips, or as many as desired
    Instructions
    1. Blend 1¼ cups of t he oats in a spice grinder or food processor until powdered into a flour.
    2. Whisk the oat flour, sugar, and salt together.
    3. Add the maple, oil, and vanilla, and stir until thoroughly combined.
    4. Add the yogurt, and stir until combined.
    5. Finally, stir in the remaining quick oats and as many chocolate chips as you like.
    6. Chill the dough for 1 hour.
    7. Shape into balls (we use a ½ tablespoon for minis or 1 tablespoon for larger) and store in the refrigerator or freezer for enjoying at will.
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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    30 Comments

    1. Janine on July 1, 2016 9:36 am

      Where do I find the wheat version if the cookie dough balls? Would live to try these, but I cannot have oats. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 1, 2016 10:11 am

        It is here -> http://www.godairyfree.org/news/5-low-sugar-dairy-free-recipes-yogurt – scroll down for that recipe. I do need to give that recipe its own home!

        Reply
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    4. Stephanie Jensen on December 28, 2015 5:17 pm

      I made these for a cookie exchange at work. They were a winner. I used the brown sugar. I thought that the brown sugar made them pretty sweet. My husband didn’t care. I may need to try the coconut sugar.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 2, 2016 8:38 am

        Glad you enjoyed Stephanie! I like them with the coconut sugar, too 🙂

        Reply
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    6. Alice on February 19, 2015 12:47 am

      We make these types of things all the time but never a chocolate chip one! I’ll definitely have to try this!

      Reply
    7. Erin on February 18, 2015 8:07 pm

      I love finding this recipe – already gluten-free and dairy-free! My friend brought over something like this recently after my baby was born and the big kids thought they were amazing. I can’t wait to make these for them.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 18, 2015 9:22 pm

        That’s great! I hope you and the kids enjoy them!

        Reply
    8. Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire on February 18, 2015 6:36 pm

      Wow, this is incredible! I’ve been making healthier snacks for my daughter and I think this has to go on my “to-make” list. I love that it has so many good things in it.

      Reply
    9. Marjory @ Dinner-Mom on February 18, 2015 6:02 am

      What a nice result of a tangent! I love to have these tasty little snacks on hand…even for breakfast!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 18, 2015 7:33 am

        Thanks Marjory!

        Reply
    10. Rachel Cooks on February 18, 2015 4:23 am

      Energy balls without nut butter?! This mom with kids who have allergies is very very happy! Can’t wait to try!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 18, 2015 7:35 am

        Yes, I admit that nut butter gets all the love in the dairy-free community, but I try to offer a lot of nut-free gems, too! Just posted some caramel cupcake sundaes today that I tested top allergen-free, too! I used cashew ice cream on them, but the base recipe for the caramel cupcakes and caramel sauce is dairy-free/nut-free, just use another ice cream…

        Reply
    11. Adriana Martin on February 17, 2015 11:42 pm

      What a beautiful recipe so easy and so good must try soon!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 18, 2015 7:38 am

        Thank you Adriana!

        Reply
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    13. Lucy @ Bake Play Smile on January 29, 2015 1:10 pm

      Wow these look great! I would really love one of these right now!

      Reply
    14. Lila Asnani on January 29, 2015 11:13 am

      What a fabulous reconfiguration for the traditional choc chip and oatmeal cookie. My kids are lactose intolerant and I am always looking for easy and fun dairy free recipes. 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 29, 2015 11:51 am

        Thanks Lila! I bet they would love them 🙂

        Reply
    15. Lisa on October 3, 2014 6:04 pm

      Hi there!! 2 questions: can you sub honey for the maple syrup?? And can you use stevia in the raw instead of coconut sugar?? Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on October 4, 2014 10:44 am

        Hi Lisa, both subs should “work” but they will give off a different, sharper, probably sweeter taste. My version is a little more “caramel-like” and subdued. Assuming your taste buds are used to stevia on the raw (some find it off putting) it should be good!

        Reply
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    18. Linda on July 27, 2014 3:02 pm

      Hi, Where can I find coconut cooking oil?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 28, 2014 7:56 am

        Hi Linda -you mean coconut oil? Coconut oil is sold in most major grocers now, but several brands can usually be found at natural food stores. For price, I prefer to buy online. Here’s a link to one of the brands that I buy: http://goo.gl/p1IUNt

        Reply
    19. C V on February 27, 2014 7:47 pm

      I know these are meant to be eaten raw, but can these be baked? If so, how long and at what heat? Thanks, C

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on March 1, 2014 11:30 am

        They don’t have any leavener and made need other adjustments as I’ve never made these for baking. If you can eat wheat, this recipe is the baked version of the chocolate chip cookie dough balls that I posted: http://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/wholesome-chocolate-chip-bars

        Reply
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