These Healthy, No-Bake, Fudgy Raspberry-Filled Cookies are made with only 6 ingredients. They’re added-sugar-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but they’re so luscious each bite feels like indulgence. The raspberry center is beautiful and adds a fresh, tangy burst of flavor that gives a perfect balance to the richness of this fudgy cookie.
It’s that time of year! When friends and family gather together and share love, time, gifts, … and lots of cookies. Sugar-laden cookies are available all year round, but they’re extra prevalent during the holiday season.
The season of togetherness doesn’t have to also be a season of unhealthiness. If you’re looking for a healthy Christmas cookie, you’ve come to the right place.
Why choose a healthier Christmas cookie?
A typical Christmas cookie contains about 13 grams (3 1/4 teaspoons) of added sugar, not to mention the refined flour, oils, artificial colors, and other unhealthy ingredients.
But some argue, “Well, when you eat a cookie, you aren’t expecting it to be a health food!”
Maybe not, but the average American consumes more than 17 teaspoons of added sugar every day, and that daily intake doubles during the holiday season! Wouldn’t it be great if we could tame that holiday spike? Wouldn’t it be fun if you could have sweet treats that are also good for you? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could enjoy the holiday season and still be kind to your body?
These festive, plant-based cookies are all natural with no added sugar.… And they’re scrumptious enough to hold their own on the cookie tray.
Are these gluten-free, sugar-free cookies really healthy?
Most of the sugar free cookies you find online use a sugar sub (like Splenda, allulose, Swerve, etc.), and are made from refined and processed ingredients. These fun cookies are not only free from added sugar, but they contain no artificial sugars or other sugar substitutes, and they are made from healthy, whole food ingredients.
Plus, each yummy bite is loaded with beneficial antioxidants, vitamins (like vitamin E), minerals (like manganese), protein, and fiber! (Which is great if you are trying to lose weight.)
And even the decorative cookie coatings are healthy and sugar free too!
Lusciously Fudgy Carob
These irresistible cookies are made with good-for-you carob.
What is carob?
Carob, or St. John’s Bread, as it is sometimes called, is sort of like cocoa – but better. It comes from the carob tree, an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region.
Is carob good for you?
Carob is a very healthy food! Carob provides a good dose of vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium.
How is carob different from chocolate?
Carob is naturally free from caffeine, theobromine, and other harmful components of chocolate that have been shown to be cellular toxins.
What does carob taste like?
While carob does not taste just like chocolate, it is a delicious alternative. Try these No-Bake Fudgy Cookies, and see for yourself that you can have tasty treat that’s good for you too!
These decadent cookies are so easy (and fun!) to make.
After ingredients get combined in your food processor, scoop out a ball of dough and flatten it. You can use your hands to flatten the dough or you can place the dough between 2 pieces of parchment paper and use a flat-bottom dish (like a baking dish or a pie dish. I use one of my glass storage containers.)
Place a raspberry in the center, pinch the edges closed, and roll up into a ball.
(Full recipe below.)
Fudgy Raspberry-Filled Cookies FAQ
Can I use a different kind of nut in these cookies?
I have not experimented with any nuts other than almonds, so I can’t say for sure.
Can I use a different kind of dried fruit in these cookies?
Dates are a key ingredient in these sugar-free cookies. They help the mixture hold together and lend sweetness without adding a pronounced flavor. Even if you don’t like dates, I would encourage you to give these a try. I think you’ll like them.
Can I use another fruit instead of raspberries in these cookies?
Although I haven’t tried these with another filling, I think other berries or maybe cherries would work great.
Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes! You can make these healthy, sugar-free cookies up to two months in advance and keep in the freezer until ready to serve or give as a gift.
I hope these delicious cookies help bring joy and health to your holiday season.
Healthy No-Bake Fudgy Raspberry-Filled Cookies
Fudgy, rich, chewy, and completely good for you! These lusciously-irresistible, no-bake brownie cookies are so easy to make and are vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, sugar-free, and made with whole-food ingredients
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1. Grind almonds very fine.
Be sure to grind your almonds very fine and powdery to ensure your cookies have a nice fudgy texture and hold together well. This will take a few minutes in the food processor.
2. Check the dough for consistency.
Dates come in different moisture levels and this can affect the consistency of the dough.
After the dates have been added and fully incorporated, check the consistency of the dough. If it is too dry, you may need to add some non-dairy milk (or date paste) – 1 teaspoon at a time. If the mixture is too loose, (I’ve never had this happen, but IF it happens to you), place in refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up the dough.
3. Store correctly.
Store Fudgy Raspberry-Filled Cookies in an airtight container lined with parchment-paper. Keep in the refrigerator (up to 2 days) or freezer (up to 2 months). You can also place parchment between cookies or layers of cookies to prevent sticking.
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