Description

These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites are a healthy, no-bake treat combining seasonal pumpkin puree with whole-grain oat flour and vegan chocolate chips. Sweetened naturally with coconut sugar and applesauce, these bites are perfect for enjoying the flavors of fall without the fuss of baking. They are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan-friendly, making them a nutritious indulgence for any time of day.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
1/2 cup coconut sugar
1 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

1 1/4 cup whole-grain, gluten-free oat flour
3/8 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp kosher salt

Add-ins

1/2 cup vegan, refined sugar-free chocolate chips (such as Enjoy Life or Davis Chocolate)

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Instructions

Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to prevent the dough balls from sticking during freezing.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, unsweetened applesauce, and pure vanilla extract thoroughly using a spoon until smooth.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the whole-grain gluten-free oat flour, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt into the wet mixture, blending until you achieve a uniform dough.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the vegan chocolate chips into the dough to distribute evenly without breaking them.
Scoop and Form Dough Balls: Use a small cookie scoop or a #60 disher to portion the dough, then roll each portion into balls using your hands. If the dough feels too stiff or hard to work with, refrigerate it for 10 minutes before scooping. Place each dough ball onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Expect about 14-15 dough balls depending on scoop size.
Freeze the Dough Bites: Place the baking sheet with the formed cookie dough balls into the freezer for 10 minutes to set. Once firm, the bites are ready to enjoy or store for later.

Notes

For best results, use gluten-free certified oat flour if needed to maintain gluten-free status.
If you prefer a sweeter treat, you can add a little more coconut sugar or substitute with a natural sweetener of choice.
Store the dough bites in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Allow the cookie dough bites to thaw a few minutes at room temperature before eating for a soft texture.
These bites are safe to eat raw as no eggs or dairy are included.