Introduction

These indulgent no-bake cookie dough bites are the perfect sweet treat for anyone craving safe-to-eat raw cookie dough. Easy to make and coated in rich chocolate, they combine classic flavors in a fun, bite-sized form.

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Ingredients

1 stick Unsalted Butter, softened (use dairy-free for vegan)
½ cup Light Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons Milk (use non-dairy for vegan)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup All-Purpose Flour (must be heat-treated)
¼ teaspoon Salt
½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips
1 cup Semisweet or Milk Chocolate (for coating)
1 tablespoon Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil (optional, for coating)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the all-purpose flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to heat-treat it. Let it cool completely before using.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and light brown sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the milk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and stir until fully combined.
Step 4: Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour, salt, and mini chocolate chips until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 6: Melt the chocolate and coconut oil (if using) together until smooth, either in a microwave in 30-second intervals or over a double boiler.
Step 7: Dip each chilled cookie dough ball into the melted chocolate to coat fully, then return to the parchment-lined tray.
Step 8: Refrigerate the coated bites until the chocolate is set, about 15–20 minutes. Enjoy your indulgent no-bake cookie dough bites!

Tips & Variations

Use dairy-free butter and milk alternatives to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
Try dipping the bites in white chocolate or drizzle with dark chocolate for variety.
Ensure the flour is heat-treated to make it safe to eat raw by baking it as directed.
Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the chocolate coating for a sweet and salty flavor balance.

Storage

Store the cookie dough bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 1 month and thaw in the refrigerator before serving. Reheat is not recommended as it may melt the chocolate coating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Why do I need to heat-treat the flour?

Raw flour can contain harmful bacteria, so baking it briefly eliminates any risk, making it safe to eat in raw dough recipes.

Can I use regular chocolate instead of semisweet or milk chocolate?

Yes, you can use white or dark chocolate if you prefer, but keep in mind the flavor will vary slightly with each type.

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These Indulgent No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites are a delightful treat that captures the rich flavors of classic cookie dough in bite-sized, no-bake form. Perfectly safe to eat raw thanks to heat-treated flour, they’re coated in smooth semisweet or milk chocolate for an indulgent finish. Suitable for vegan adaptation by using dairy-free butter and milk, these bites are quick to prepare and great for snacking or parties.

Author: Cleo
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes (flour heat-treating only)
Total Time: 50 minutes including chilling time
Yield: Approximately 20 cookie dough bites 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough

1 stick Unsalted Butter, softened (use dairy-free for vegan)
½ cup Light Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons Milk (use non-dairy for vegan)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup All-Purpose Flour (must be heat-treated)
¼ teaspoon Salt
½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips

For the Chocolate Coating

1 cup Semisweet or Milk Chocolate
1 tablespoon Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil (optional)

Instructions

Heat-Treat the Flour: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the all-purpose flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to heat-treat it, ensuring it is safe to consume. Allow the flour to cool completely before using.
Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and light brown sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine all wet ingredients.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the heat-treated, cooled flour and salt into the wet mixture. Stir gently until a soft dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Shape the Dough Bites: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the dough into bite-sized balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Melt the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the semisweet or milk chocolate along with the optional coconut oil or vegetable oil until smooth and glossy, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Coat the Dough Bites: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled dough ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Place the coated bites back on the parchment-lined tray.
Set the Coating: Refrigerate the coated cookie dough bites for at least 15 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened completely.
Serve and Store: Enjoy immediately or store the cookie dough bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

Heat-treating the flour is crucial for food safety when eating raw dough. Don’t skip this step.
For a vegan version, use dairy-free butter and plant-based milk.
Add coconut or vegetable oil to the chocolate to create a smoother coating that hardens beautifully.
Store leftovers in the fridge to maintain freshness and avoid melting.
You can substitute mini chocolate chips with peanut butter chips, white chocolate chips, or nuts for variety.

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