Description
These no-bake Cookie Dough Bites are a delicious and safe-to-eat treat made with heat-treated flour, creamy butter, and sweet chocolate chips. Ready in just 10 minutes, these bite-sized snacks are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without having to turn on the oven. Ideal for sharing or enjoying on the go, these cookie dough bites are soft, chewy, and packed with rich vanilla and chocolate flavors.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated to ensure safety)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Heat the flour (optional but recommended for safety): Spread the all-purpose flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating. Let it cool completely before using to eliminate any risk of raw flour bacteria.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and packed brown sugar using a mixer or whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add vanilla and milk: Stir the vanilla extract and milk into the creamed butter and sugars until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix in the flour: Gradually incorporate the cooled, heat-treated flour into the wet mixture by stirring gently until a thick, pliable dough forms.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough, ensuring each bite will have some chocolate goodness.
- Form the bites: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the dough into bite-sized balls about 1 inch in diameter, making sure they are uniform for consistent texture.
- Chill (optional): Place the formed cookie dough bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the texture and make handling easier.
- Serve and enjoy: Once chilled, the cookie dough bites are ready to enjoy. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Heat-treating the flour is highly recommended to ensure it is safe to consume raw in this recipe.
- You can substitute dairy milk with any non-dairy milk like almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Refrigerating the bites helps them firm up but can be skipped if you prefer a softer texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator; they do not freeze well due to the butter content.
- Try adding chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt for extra flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-10 minutes (for heat-treating flour)
- Category: No-Bake Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
