You’ll only need six ingredients for these edible Cookie Dough Bites! With no baking involved, they can be made in under 10 minutes.
This post is all about how to make No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites.
These No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites with mini chocolate chips are insanely delicious and may even transport you right back to your childhood if you snuck bites of dough behind your parent’s back while baking cookies. The difference with this recipe is that it’s completely edible because it does not include eggs.
The six simple ingredients are most likely already in your pantry, and I’m not exaggerating when I say these little dessert balls can be made in under 10 minutes. I recommend a quick chilling time, but it’s not totally necessary.
Whether you have a midnight cookie dough craving or you’re prepping for a party, these creamy, chocolatey bites are the perfect pop of dessert heaven. For a gathering, I like to place decorative toothpicks in each one, which makes it so easy to serve and enjoy.
If you and your guests are drinking tea or coffee, or indulging in a small glass of port wine, these baby cookie dough bites are the perfect companion!
No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites
Can You Really Eat Cookie Dough Not Baked?
According to the CDC, untreated flour can contain germs, and raw eggs carry Salmonella bacteria. Therefore, you should NEVER eat raw cookie dough that contains eggs or raw flour. For this recipe, eggs are not included, and the flour is heat-treated beforehand to kill any possible germs.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Salted Butter, 3/4 Cup (1.5 sticks), softened.
- Brown Sugar, 1/2 Cup, packed.
- White Granulated Sugar, 1/2 Cup
- Vanilla Extract, 1 Tablespoon
- All-Purpose Flour, 1 Cup
- Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, 3/4 Cup
Equipment Needed For No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites:
- Stand or Hand Mixer
- Oven (to heat-treat the flour)
- Refrigerator (to firm the cookie dough bites)
- Decorative Toothpicks (optional for serving)
How Long Does It Take No-Bake Cookie Dough To Set?
While you can certainly enjoy these dessert balls immediately, it’s recommended they be set up in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes. This allows the cookie dough bites to firm a bit more. I tried a bite right away, and while it was delicious, I enjoyed it more after it had firmed in the fridge.
How To Make No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites, Step-By-Step
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread one cup of flour evenly onto the lined baking sheet and bake the flour for five minutes or until the flour reaches 160 degrees F.
Or Try The Microwave Method: Add the flour to a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 30 seconds. Stir, and then repeat. Do this for a total of three minutes (90 seconds).
*Heat-treating the flour will kill any germs, making these no-bake bites edible. Set the pan or bowl aside after baking/heating so it can cool completely.
Step 2: Add both sugars and the softened butter to a mixing bowl. Cream the sugars and butter for five to seven minutes using a stand or hand mixer. The creamy mixture should look light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the vanilla extract to the creamed batter and mix again.
Step 4: Next, add the heat-treated flour to the mixture at a low speed. Mix just until the flour is incorporated.
Step 5: Fold in the mini chocolate chips until combined with the batter.
Step 6: Place a clean piece of parchment paper onto the baking sheet and form the dough balls. I used a one-tablespoon measuring spoon for accurate sizing and rolled each cookie dough bite in my hand to form a ball. I got 24 cookie dough bites.
Step 7: For best results, set the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes so the cookie dough bites become firm.
Why You’ll Love These Edible No-Bake Cookie Dough Balls:
- SIMPLE Ingredients (The six components are most likely already in your kitchen pantry!)
- Creamy & SMOOTH Texture
- Insanely DELICIOUS
- EASY No-Bake Dessert Recipe
FAQs, Tips, & Variations For No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites
How Can I Make Chocolate-Covered No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites?
You can follow this recipe exactly but buy some melting wafers to dip the cookie balls, and you’ll get chocolate-covered cookie dough bites.
Is There A Cookie Dough Bites Candy?
Yes! The cookie bites are covered in chocolate, and you can purchase a box on Amazon or in most stores like Walmart and Target.
Could I Change This Recipe To Be No-Bake Cookie Dough Bars?
You could add the dough to a 9 x 13 pan and then cut the no-bake cookie dough into bars.
Does Betty Crocker Sell No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites?
Betty Crocker sells a mix for no-bake cookie dough bites in case you don’t want to make them from scratch.
How Long Does It Take No-Bake Cookie Dough To Set?
It takes them about 20 to 30 minutes to set up in the refrigerator.
Is Raw Flour Safe To Eat?
NO. Raw flour is made from wheat which can contain bacteria. The raw flour needs to be baked to safely kill the bacteria.
How Should I Store No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites?
Store these tasty bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Can I Freeze This Cookie Dough?
Yes! Place the cookie dough bites in an airtight container or Ziploc bag and store them in the freezer for up to three months.
What Variations Could I Use For These Cookie Bites Besides Chocolate Chips?
You can really use any mix-in you prefer! Some variational ideas include mini white chocolate chips, mini M&M’s, nuts, Oreo cookie pieces, and even oatmeal and raisins.
How Should I Serve These Edible Cookie Dough Bites?
I like to serve these bites with a decorative toothpick and a small glass of port wine. You could also add them to ice cream or dip them in chocolate.
Can I Bake This Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Recipe?
NO. There are no eggs or leavening agents in the dough, so it would not rise. Most likely, it would turn out flat with very little texture.
Cookie Dough Bites (No-Bake!)
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Stand or Hand Mixer
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Oven or Microwave (to heat-treat flour)
- Refrigerator
- Decorative Toothpicks (optional)
Ingredients
Ingredients You'll Need For No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites
- 3/4 Cup Salted Butter, 1.5 sticks (softened)
- 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar, packed.
- 1/2 Cup White Granulated Sugar
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 Cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Instructions
How To Make No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites, Step-By-Step
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread one cup of flour evenly onto the lined baking sheet and bake the flour for five to seven minutes or until the flour reaches 160 degrees F. Microwave Method: Add the flour to a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 30 seconds. Stir, and then repeat. Do this for a total of three minutes (90 seconds).
- Add the vanilla extract to the creamed batter and mix again.
- Next, add the heat-treated flour to the mixture at a low speed. Mix just until the flour is incorporated.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips until they’re combined with the batter.
- Place a clean piece of parchment paper onto the baking sheet and begin forming the dough balls. I used a one-tablespoon size measuring spoon for accurate sizing and rolled each cookie dough bite in my hand to form a ball. I got 24 cookie dough bites.
- For best results, set the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes so the cookie dough bites firm.
Nutrition
Final Thoughts On No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites
These Cookie Dough Bites (No Bake!) are insanely delicious and have the creamiest texture. Plus, they’re completely edible! These cookie balls are so easy to make and will satisfy any sweet craving you or your guests may have.
Share these tasty bites at your next party or gathering. You can follow career girl meets… on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for more home decor ideas, recipes, and gift guides.
More Cookie & No-Bake Recipes:
Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies
Leave a Reply