Healthy Chocolate Treats Without Sugar – Spelt, Oats & Rye (Kid-Approved!)

When you want a sweet and healthy snack without refined sugar or white flour, these raw chocolate treats made from spelt, oat, and rye flour are a perfect choice! Naturally sweetened with honey and enriched with hazelnut butter, they’re full of fiber and nutrients — and kids love them!

These healthy chocolate treats without sugar are made with a nourishing mix of spelt flour, natural sweeteners like honey, and rich cocoa – making them a great alternative to overly processed sweets. Whether you’re looking for treats with honey, want to avoid refined ingredients, or need healthy snacks for kids, this simple recipe brings both taste and nutrition to the table. It’s a guilt-free pleasure that fits into a balanced lifestyle and satisfies chocolate cravings the smart way.

🍫 Wholesome Ingredients with Real Benefits

This recipe uses nutritious ingredients that not only taste amazing but also support your overall health:

Spelt flour – High in fiber and minerals like magnesium and iron. Easier to digest than regular wheat.
Rye flour – Has a low glycemic index and keeps you feeling full longer.
Oat flour – Great for heart health, rich in beta-glucans and plant-based protein.
Honey instead of sugar – A natural sweetener with antibacterial properties and antioxidants.
Hazelnut butter – Packed with healthy fats, vitamin E, and plant protein, adds creamy richness.

🥄 Recipe: Healthy Chocolate Treats

200 g total of spelt, oat, and rye flour (e.g., 70g spelt, 70g oat, 60g rye)
4 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp hazelnut butter
500 ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
100 g honey (or less to taste)
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
Shredded coconut (for topping)

Instructions: Raw Version (No Baking Needed)

Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine milk, honey, and hazelnut butter (warm slightly if needed).
Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry until smooth.
Pour into molds or a tray and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the treats set.

This raw version is dense, fudgy, and delicious — like chewy brownie bites.

Optional: Baked Version

If you prefer a lighter, cake-like texture, you can bake the treats:

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Baking is optional — both versions taste amazing!

🥜 Note on Hazelnut Butter

You can use any quality hazelnut butter from health food stores, but the reliably natural and homemade option is Lešnik Glogovac. Their spread is 100% hazelnuts, with no additives.

They also offer a hazelnut + honey version, so you don’t need to add extra honey to the recipe! Pure energy, fantastic taste, and absolutely natural ingredients – proven many times over!

🌱 Tips for Substitutions and Adaptations

🔁 Can these be vegan?
Yes! Use plant-based milk (e.g., almond, oat, soy) and replace honey with maple syrup or agave syrup for a 100% vegan version.

❄️ Can they be frozen?
Absolutely! After they are completely cooled, store them in a sealed container or a zip-lock bag. They can last up to 2 months in the freezer.

🧁 Can they be made as muffins?
Yes, the batter is perfect for muffins! Simply divide it into muffin molds and bake for about 15–18 minutes, depending on your oven.

☀️ Spring Challenge: Changing Habits

🌿 Spring is the perfect time for changes, even in your diet!

Our team took on a small challenge: we swapped Nutella and Eurocream for a healthier spread – the @lesnikglogovac honey version! 🍯🌰 Perfect for snacks, pancakes – and of course, these treats!

What have you decided to swap in your diet this season?

⚙️ Mini Kitchen Tip: Grind Your Own!

This flour blend used to be available from Babylove, but now you can easily make it yourself. Buy whole spelt, oat, and rye grains and grind them at home with a mini electric coffee grinder.

It’s one of the most useful small appliances in the kitchen! We wrote more about it in the article:
👉 “Small Kitchen Appliances – How to Make Meal Preparation Easier” – especially the section about the Electric Coffee Grinder.

🔄 Can These Treats Fit a Low Carb or Keto Diet?

The original version of this recipe is not suitable for a strict keto diet, due to the higher carbohydrate content from whole grain flours and honey. However, for those following a moderate low-carb lifestyle, they can work as an occasional treat if portioned mindfully.

✅ Low carb / Keto-friendly substitutions:

If you’d like to make this recipe keto or low carb friendly, here are the key substitutions:

Flour
  ⟶ Replace spelt, oat, and rye flour with:
  ✔️ 70 g almond flour
  ✔️ 30 g coconut flour
Sweetener
  ⟶ Replace honey with:
  ✔️ Erythritol
  ✔️ Stevia
  ✔️ Monk fruit sweetener
Milk
  ⟶ Use:
  ✔️ Unsweetened almond milk
  ✔️ Unsweetened coconut milk
Hazelnut butter
  ✔️ Already keto-friendly – no changes needed.
Cocoa powder
  ✔️ Approved for keto.
Shredded coconut
  ✔️ Use unsweetened only.

👉 With these swaps, you’ll get a delicious, chocolatey treat with minimal net carbs — perfect for keto or low carb meal plans!

🟥 Conclusion:

These chocolate treats are a perfect example of how simple ingredients can create something both healthy and satisfying. Whether you’re looking for a quick no-bake snack, a lunchbox-friendly dessert for your kids, or a way to reduce refined sugar in your everyday meals, this recipe offers a flexible and nourishing solution. With just a few smart swaps, you can also adapt it to fit different dietary preferences – from vegan to keto. Try it raw, bake it if you like, and most of all – make it your own!

📌 Want to eat smarter without counting calories?
Check out our text: Healthy Swaps for Unhealthy Habits – Simple Food Changes Without Dieting.

Learn how to make everyday choices healthier with easy, delicious swaps — no strict diets, no guilt, just real change. Small steps, big difference!

👉 Click the link and get inspired!