BetterGoods Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookie Bites

Today, Kevin and I are reviewing the Better Goods gluten-free bites available at Walmart. These snacks come in three flavors: Sea Salt Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Bites, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites, and Coconut Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites. Each 6 oz bag costs $3.98 and can be found in the gluten-free section.

These bites feature soft oatmeal cookie dough mixed with sea salt and peanut butter. They are made without high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, or GMOs, and are both gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Each 170g bag contains bite-sized squares that are 120 calories per piece, with six pieces per bag.

Our Thoughts: The bites are larger than expected. They have a chewy texture reminiscent of no-bake cookies, but with a noticeable coconut flavor, which isn't clearly advertised. While the peanut butter and oats are present, the dominant coconut taste might be off-putting for some. These bites are dense and not very sweet, making them a bit of a dry chew.

These bites combine soft oatmeal cookie dough with semi-sweet chocolate chips. Like the other flavors, they are plant-based, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Ingredients include rolled oats, maple syrup, semi-sweet chocolate, brown rice syrup, palm oil, and coconut flakes. 

Our Thoughts: These bites have a stronger chocolate presence, which masks the coconut flavor better than the peanut butter version. While still dense and dry, the chocolate chips provide a pleasant taste. The coconut is more noticeable after chewing, but less intrusive than in the other flavors.

This flavor features indulgent cookie dough mixed with semi-sweet chocolate pieces and coconut flakes. The 3.2 oz bag is significantly smaller, offering only nine pieces at 180 calories for three pieces or 530 calories for the entire bag.

Our Thoughts: These bites are the most coconut-forward of the three. The texture is softer and more enjoyable, with a hint of sugar grittiness. Despite being smaller, these are very easy to eat, making portion control challenging. The rich coconut and chocolate combination is delightful, making them our top pick.

While all flavors include coconut, it's most prominent in the Coconut Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites. If you're not a fan of coconut, these might not be for you. However, if you enjoy coconut, these bites offer a satisfying snack. Our favorite is the Coconut Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites due to their superior texture and flavor balance. 

Overall, the Better Goods gluten-free bites are a solid option for those seeking plant-based, gluten-free snacks, but be aware of the strong coconut presence in each flavor.