Most of the recipe ideas for this site come from careful recipe development and a lot of daydreaming about scaled-down desserts. Sometimes a great idea comes from Mr. Dessert For Two. He suggested making oatmeal cookie dough bites, and I made them the same day. No raisins in this version — just chocolate chips — though a raisin variation would also be delicious. This recipe keeps things simple, uses oats as the base instead of flour, and results in a naturally gluten-free no-bake treat.
The texture and flavor mimic the soft center of a freshly baked oatmeal cookie: chewy oats, warm spices like cinnamon and allspice, and just the right amount of sweetness. If you have an extra ten minutes, toast the oats first to deepen their flavor and add a light nutty aroma. Toasting brings out more complexity and gives the bites a richer oat flavor, but it’s an optional step if you’re short on time.
This recipe yields eight bite-sized portions — perfect for sharing or for a few days of portable treats. They store well in the refrigerator for up to three days, making them a convenient make-ahead snack or dessert.
Oatmeal Cookie Dough Bites
These are no-bake cookie dough bites that are naturally gluten-free when made with certified gluten-free oats. They combine butter, brown sugar, warm spices, and oats for a chewy, satisfying bite, finished with mini chocolate chips for a touch of melty sweetness.
15 minutes
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, divided
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a small mixing bowl. Beat together until the mixture is light and somewhat fluffy.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract, then continue beating until fully incorporated. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add the salt, ground allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the butter mixture and mix until evenly distributed.
- Measure 1/4 cup of the rolled oats and grind them finely in a clean coffee grinder or a small food processor to create a coarse oat flour. Add the ground oats to the butter-spice mixture and beat until it forms a cohesive dough.
- Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup rolled oats along with the mini chocolate chips. The dough may feel slightly soft or wet at this point; the oats will absorb some moisture as it rests.
- Use a small scoop or spoon to portion the dough into eight equal portions. Roll each portion between your palms to form bite-sized balls. If the dough sticks to your hands, chill briefly or lightly dampen your hands.
- Place the finished bites on a plate or in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to help them firm up. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8
Serving Size:
1 bite
Amount Per Serving (approx.):
Calories: 119
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 12mg
Sodium: 70mg
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 12g
Protein: 1g
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