No-Bake Sugar-Free Chocolate Biscuits (Gluten-free)
- Emma Lisa
- Nov 12
- 10 min read
If reducing sugar intake is one of your health goals, then whipping up a batch of these delicious No-Bake Sugar-Free Chocolate Biscuits will truly excite you. This sugar-free, gluten-free recipe uses wholesome ingredients and balanced nutrition to make chocolatey biscuits perfect that are for the holidays or anytime you crave a little chocolate. Grab your favourite mixing bowl, a herbal tea and let's mix up a tasty batch together!
Get ready to nourish! Classic no-bake biscuits and cookies typically call for butter, flour, dairy milk and white sugar, but I've transformed this recipe to be flourless and completely dairy-free. Instead, I've swapped out the butter for nutritious coconut oil and eliminated milk entirely. For sweetness without refined sugar, I have use stevia or monk fruit, two natural options that work perfectly for diabetics like me. But the best part about these chocolatey biscuits is that they are made with magnesium-rich raw cacao and provide a hit of superfood with every bite.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
quick & easy: uses 4 simple ingredients; no baking, no complicated steps, just mix, freeze and enjoy.
naturally sugar-free: sweet with stevia or monk fruit so you can indulge without blood sugar spikes
diabetic & keto-friendly: perfect for diabetics, PCOS, insulin resistance, or low-carb and keto
dairy-free & gluten-free: no dairy products, suitable for vegans, flourless and gluten-free
custom toppings: personalise with your favourite toppings for multiple flavours and tastes
How To Make Healthy Chocolate
No Sugar & Gluten-free Biscuits
Making your own sugar-free, homemade chocolate biscuits is seriously going to delight you, and is perfect for this time of year with holidays fast approaching. Made with wholesome, nutritious ingredients and superfoods like raw cacao, these healthy chocolate biscuits are as good for your body as they are for your taste buds. This Nutritionist-approved recipe lets you indulge in a rich, chocolatey treat without any guilt, giving you the best of both worlds: delicious flavour and real nutritional value.
Sweetness , No Sugar Crash
All of my sugar-free recipes use all-natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit, to provide a nutritious sweetness without raising blood sugar levels or causing the energy crashes associated with refined sugar. It's the perfect sugar-free option for diabetics like myself, those with PCOS and insulin resistance, or for people watching their weight.
Superfood Raw Cacao
Raw cacao isn't just delicious, it's a nutritional powerhouse! It's made from the cocoa bean, and harvests the healthiest part of the bean. Raw cacao is loaded with antioxidants, magnesium, and mood-boosting compounds, making it a beneficial ingredient in baking, smoothies, or chia puddings.
The Benefits For Women
While I am on the subject of raw cacao, you might be surprised to learn it is a rich source of iron, which can be especially beneficial for women during menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause. The natural magnesium also found in raw cacao can help reduce mood swings and PMS symptoms, relax your nervous system, and has a subtle, calming effect.
Easy & Versatile
The beauty of this sugar-free chocolate recipe is it's simplicity. With just a few wholesome ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have delicious, healthy chocolate ready in no time. Plus, making it at home allows you to control all the ingredients, ensuring you're getting the most nutrition per serving with less sugar and that you are sticking to your health goals.
Dairy-free & Vegan
This chocolate recipe is not only sugar-free, but it is also suitable for those with food allergies who are on a diary-free diet, and for those who prefer to eat plantbased. Made with non-dairy ingredients, you won't believe how delicious dairy-free chocolate truly can taste until you try it.
Now you can see why I love making this recipe using raw cacao with all its health benefits. So, scroll on down for my easy-to-follow sugar-free recipe. I promise you , you're going to love this guilt-free chocolate as much as I do PLUS all the tasty ways you can enjoy it!
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Healthy Ingredients, Sugar-free & Gluten-free
The beauty of this no sugar chocolate recipe lies in its simplicity. it is made with just four core ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. Each ingredient serves a specific purpose starting with coconut oil for that satisfying firmness and chocolate bar-like snap. The recipes combines raw cacao with it's rich, chocolate flavour packed with antioxidants and magnesium and natural sweeteners for guilt-free sweetness. Let's break down each ingredient so you understand exactly what you're putting into your body and why these wholesome choices make such a difference.
Key Ingredients Used
Delicious Wholefood Baking
My No-Bake Sugar-Free Chocolate Biscuit Recipe contains zero sugar, making it perfectly safe for diabetics and those following low carb eating plans to support healthy weight. The best part? You'll only need 4 basic ingredients with optional toppings. These ingredients are readily available and budget-friendly.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is the star of this chocolate recipe and forms the base, solidifying into a firm chocolate. It is a nutrient-dense oil that contains medium-chain fatty acids for natural fat burning and a metabolism boost. Yes, that's right, eating these chocolate biscuits has health benefits. However, coconut oil is also rich in saturated fats. Use it selectively, as it might not be suitable for your daily cooking if you're managing cholesterol levels. I typically use Aldi's Oh So Natural or Chef's Choice Certified Organic, two clean brands and staples in my clean eating kitchen.
Raw Cacao Powder
Raw cacao is a celebrated superfood representing chocolate in its purest, most healthiest form. The raw powder comes directly from the cacao pod and bean, and is typically unroasted and minimally processed, preserving most of its nutritional value. Raw cacao powder provides antioxidants, iron, calcium, and high levels magnesium. Try a brands like Chef's Choice Raw Organic Cacao or Oh So Natural Raw Cacao by Aldi, and always look for an organically sourced product whenever possible.
Stevia Sweetener
Stevia is a natural sugar substitute made from the leaves of the stevia plant, Stevia rebaudiana. It is intensely sweet, far more than conventional table sugar, and can be enjoyed without the carbohydrates, calories, or artificial flavour of other alternative sweeteners. Stevia offers an excellent option for those seeking natural, low-calorie sweetening or who are diabetic like myself. Consider clean brands with all-natural ingredients such as Sweet Leaf Stevia, or try Lakanto’s Monk Fruit another natural sweetener.
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract is used in this recipe to help flavour the raw cacao, and creates a delicious dessert-like flavour similar to store-bought chocolate.
Roasted Coconut Flakes, Seeds, & Rock Salt
These are some of my favourite toppings to sprinkle on top while the chocolate is still wet before freezing. You can use crushed nuts, various activated seeds, dried or candied fruit, and even edible flower petals.
Ready to make a batch? Combining these healthy ingredients together creates a surprisingly delicious chocolate biscuit recipe that is perfect for chocolate lovers who want to maintain healthy weight through the holidays or any time. Once you try this festive recipe, I reckon you'll become just as hooked as myself and my family and friends!
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No-Bake Chocolate Biscuits Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup coconut oil, organic
1/2 cup raw almond butter, runny type, organic
3 tbsp Chef's Choice Raw Organic Cacao, organic
3 drops stevia liquid or your favourite sweetener to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract, pure
TOPPINGS: coconut flakes, edible petals, nuts and nut butter, seeds etc
Cooking Instructions
Add the coconut oil to a microwavable bowl or small sauce pan. Heat enough to melt the oil into a liquid, usually 30-60 seconds in the microwave or 2-3 minutes on the stove. Once melted, stir in all the remaining ingredients (except toppings). Spoon a small amount of the mixture onto a lined baking tray and top with your favourite toppings such as dried fruit, nuts, seeds or a drizzle of nut butter. Freeze for 1 hour to harden, then enjoy.
Nutrition & Serving
Per Serving (12–14 pieces): Calories: 196–229 | Protein: 3g | Fibre: 2g | Fat: 20–24g | Net Carbs: 2–3g
WARNING: just because this recipe is "healthy" and sugar-free, doesn't mean you can go crazy on serving portions. One or two bite-sized pieces is a proper portion, although I will warn you, this recipe it so good it may be a struggle just to stick to only small piece!
Recipe Alternatives
Easy Toppings & Swaps
Want to mix it up? This chocolate biscuit recipe is highly versatile and can be tailored to your tastes and dietary needs. For instance, you can easily swap the almond butter for raw peanut butter or even cashew for a totally different flavour. Add a scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder to make the biscuits extra filling and a high-protein dessert or snack. Sprinkle on some cacao nibs, nuts, or seeds for a little crunch. Sweeten with monk fruit or allulose if you like. Easy, flexible, and totally delicious!
Add Crunch or Extra Texture
For a little satisfying crunch and rip-off of Fruit & Nut, try these topping ideas:
chopped nuts like toasted almond flakes, pecans, pistachios, or crushed walnuts
crunchy cacao nibs, roasted coconut flakes, dried chili flakes or puffed quinoa
dried fruit like candied orange or ginger, chopped dates, cranberries, figs and goji berries
edible flowers like calendula, cornflower, lavender, pansies and dried rose petals
seeds such as hemp, pumpkin, toasted sesame or salted sunflower
The toppings are really the fun part, in my opinion, and mean that you can make one batch of chocolate and decorate them many different ways for a new and exciting assortment box every time.
How To Store No-Bake Chocolate
Important Temperature Note
These no-bake chocolate biscuits are made with coconut oil, they're sensitive to temperature and will melt easily at room temperature. They will begin to soften and melt if left at room temperature for more than 10-15 minutes, especially in our warm Aussie weather. Coconut oil melts at around 76°F (24°C), so I highly recommend that you always keep them chilled until you're ready to enjoy one. Follow these storage tips to keep them perfectly firm:
Freezer Storage (Best Option)
Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. The freezer keeps them solid and gives you that satisfying chilled chocolate bite. This is my preferred method which means they're always ready when a chocolate craving strikes, especially at that time of the month.
Refrigerator Storage
I recommend that you keep the raw chocolates in a sealed container in the fridge for no more than 7-10 days. The chocolate biscuits will stay firm, but can soften slightly faster those frozen and kept in the freezer. It is also important to note, make sure the container you use is fully airtight so the raw chocolates don't absorb any fridge odours. Trust me on this one, I learned it the hard way so you don't have to make the same mistake.
Serving Tip
Planning to share these at holiday gatherings, a BBQ party, or potluck? It is always best to transport them in a cooler with ice packs to maintain their firm texture during travel. Keep the container sealed and chilled until the moment you're ready to serve. If you'll entertaining for an extended period, consider keeping the cooler nearby and only putting out small batches at a time, replenishing as needed. This way, your beautiful chocolate creations stay perfectly intact and impressive-looking throughout the entire event.
For my Aussie readers, if you taking these to outdoor gatherings, you are definitely going to want to serve them on a chilled plate or platter that's been in the freezer for 15-20 minutes beforehand. This extra step helps keep them firm just a bit longer while guests are enjoying them. Trust me, there's nothing more disappointing than watching your gorgeous homemade chocolates turn into a melted mess. A little extra planning goes a long way!
Nutritionist Note
Making your own healthy chocolates at home allows you to choose high-quality ingredients and avoid unwanted additives or hidden sugars often found in commercially produced chocolate. While this sugar-free biscuit recipe is healthier than store-bought chocolates, it's still important to be mindful of your consumption. Chocolate, even the healthy versions, contain calories and fat that can quickly add up. Enjoy a sensible serving to satisfy your sweet tooth without going overboard.
If you really enjoy sugar-free recipes... stick around with a cup of peppermint tea and browse this blog for more sugar-free nutrition and my healthy clean eating guides. And if you make these healthy chocolates I'd love to know and what toppings you come up with in your kitchen. Tell me in the comments, hit the chat button to send me an update or come join our Facebook Community and share your photos.
Healthy + happiness,
Emma Lisa xx
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is sugar-free chocolate healthier?
Yes, particularly when you prepare it yourself using clean, whole ingredients. Most commercial sugar-free products use fillers or artificial sweeteners that can still impact blood sugar or disrupt hormones, gut health, and cause headaches. Homemade versions let you control exactly what enters your body.
Can I use honey or maple syrup instead of stevia?
Honey and maple syrup can easily be swapped in the recipe, however they still contain sugar. If you're following strict no-sugar diet or diabetic meal plan guidelines, stick to the monk fruit, stevia, or try erythritol, a sugar alcohol used in baking.
Will this coconut oil-based chocolate harden like real chocolate?
Yes, but it does need to be kept cool. If you use coconut oil or cacao butter and store it in the fridge, it firms up beautifully. I like to keep mine in the freezer for a chilled chocolate bite now and again, but the fridge is just fine. Store the chocolate biscuits in a sealed container so they don't absorb any ridge smells and keep as fresh as possible.
How long does raw chocolate last?
Stored in an airtight jar in the fridge, the homemade biscuits should last about 7–10 days. You can also freeze portions if you’re meal-prepping or want to avoid late-night temptation.
Can I eat sugar-free chocolate biscuits on a weight loss plan?
Absolutely, if you use this recipe. When made correctly, sugar-free chocolate is a smart treat that fits into balanced, low-sugar or even keto-friendly plans. Just portion it out mindfully, and use them when you feel temptation beckon.
Thank Emma, its Kylie from your recipe group, I cannot wait to tuck into this chochy recipe. It really looks amazing, thanks for sharing Hun x