This recipe was inspired by the irresistible temptation of sneaking raw cookie dough straight from the mixing bowl during childhood baking sessions. Here, we've created a safe-to-eat, indulgently creamy edible cookie dough that’s egg-free and made with heat-treated flour. This modern twist on a nostalgic treat allows you to enjoy the classic chocolate chip flavor without any baking required.
1 ¼cupsall-purpose flourheat-treated to kill any bacteria
½cupunsalted buttersoftened to room temperature
¾cuplight brown sugarpacked
2tablespoonsgranulated sugar
2tablespoonsmilkwhole or 2% preferred
1teaspoonpure vanilla extractuse a high-quality vanilla for best flavor
½teaspoonfine sea saltenhances sweetness
¾cupmini chocolate chipsuse semi-sweet or dark, depending on preference
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the all-purpose flour on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to heat-treat it. This step ensures it's safe for raw consumption. Let the flour cool completely before using.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light, fluffy, and well combined—about 2-3 minutes.
Add the milk and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat again until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula for even mixing.
Sift in the cooled flour and add the salt. Mix on low speed just until combined—do not overmix. The dough should be thick but pliable.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Allow chilled dough to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for optimal softness.
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Notes
To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and use a dairy-free milk such as almond or oat.
For a flavor twist, add a tablespoon of peanut butter or a dash of cinnamon during mixing.
If you'd prefer smaller servings, portion the dough into 1-ounce scoops using a small cookie scoop for easy snacking.