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No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites

These no-bake cookie dough bites combine softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla to create a creamy base, then mix in flour and chocolate chips for that classic cookie dough flavor. Chilled until firm, they develop a chewy, slightly sticky texture with melty pockets of chocolate, resembling tiny, indulgent bites of childhood comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour heat-treated for safety
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips mini chips melt better
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream, as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Combine the softened butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl, then use a spatula to mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. You’ll notice it becomes slightly fluffy and fragrant with caramel notes.
  2. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the mixture, then stir well until fragrant and combined. This step enhances the warm aroma and flavor of the dough.
  3. Gradually fold in the flour, a little at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The dough will start to come together, becoming thick and slightly crumbly but still manageable. If it feels too dry, add a teaspoon of milk or cream to loosen it up.
  4. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. You’ll see the dough become speckled with melty chocolate, and it should hold together when rolled into a ball.
  5. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll each into a compact ball with your hands. Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then gently flatten each slightly with your fingers for even bites.
  6. Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up and develop flavor. The dough will become more cohesive and easier to handle once chilled.
  7. Once chilled, serve the cookie dough bites straight from the fridge for a chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture with gooey chocolate pockets. For softer bites, let them sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before eating.

Notes

Ensure flour is heat-treated to make the raw cookie dough safe to eat. For dairy-free versions, substitute coconut oil for butter. Mini chocolate chips create a more indulgent, gooey experience.