Go Back
–+ servings
Dark Chocolate Oat Bites

Dark Chocolate Oat Bites that Satisfy Sweet Cravings!

Delight in these Dark Chocolate Oat Bites, a sweet and wholesome snack perfect for satisfying cravings anytime.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats Blended to make oat flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats Adds chewiness
  • ⅔ cup sweetened shredded coconut Can be omitted
  • ½ cup almond flour Substitute with oat flour for nut-free
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips Or use semi-sweet chocolate
  • ½ cup coconut oil Can replace with palm oil
  • ½ cup maple syrup Alternatives include honey or agave
  • ½ cup almond butter Can substitute with peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor
  • Medium-sized mixing bowl
  • small saucepan
  • rubber spatula
  • 8x8-inch square pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dark Chocolate Oat Bites
  1. Blend 2 cups of old-fashioned oats in a blender until fine powder to make oat flour.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together oat flour, 1 cup of old-fashioned oats, ⅔ cup shredded coconut, and ½ cup almond flour.
  3. Melt ½ cup coconut oil and ½ cup almond butter in a saucepan. Add ½ cup maple syrup and optional vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  5. Chop 1 cup dark chocolate chips and fold into the cooled mixture.
  6. Line an 8x8 inch square pan with parchment paper. Pour in the mixture and press down firmly.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until firm.
  8. Lift out using parchment paper, slice into bites, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These Dark Chocolate Oat Bites can be modified for nut-free or gluten-free diets. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!