The Best edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe

Indulge in the nostalgic taste of real cookie dough with this safe and simple recipe. Perfect for snacking or desserts, it’s ready in minutes and ensures every bite is worry-free.

This version is a little more elevated from my single serve chocolate chip cookie dough recipe because I ended up adding brown butter to it to really bring out that bakery style cookie dough flavor.

Plus, it’s so versatile! You can have it as is right out of the bowl, mixed with some ice cream, or even as a cookie dough bar recipe or a topping!

Ingredients for this edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this easy edible cookie dough recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page for the detailed ingredient measurements. 

• All-purpose Flour: is the base of this safe, edible cookie dough. I will show you how to heat treat the flour ahead of time to get rid of any potential risks of food poisoning.
• Unsalted Butter: Use unsalted so that we can add the salt in separately later on.
• Brown Sugar and Granulated Sugar: sweeten the raw dough.
• Vanilla Extract: adds a touch of flavor and makes this no-bake cookie dough taste like the real thing.
• Salt: balances out the sweetness and enhances all of the other flavors.
• Whole Milk: Add it in as needed to achieve the perfect consisntency.
• Chocolate Chips: makes this sweet treat taste like actual cookies. You can use semi-sweet, milk, or mini chocolate chips. 

How to make this edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe

This is how you can make the best edible cookie dough recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full recipe and  step-by-step instructions! 

Heat Treat the Flour

• Preheat your oven and spread the raw flour evenly on a baking sheet pan and bake for 5-10 minutes to kill bacteria. Let the flour cool completely to room temperature before using.

Brown the Butter

• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool until it is softened.
• I like to place my bowl of brown butter in a large bowl of ice water and stir until it thickens.

Mix the Dough

• Combine the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a medium mixing bowl. Mix until well combined by hand using a rubber spatula or with an electric mixer.
• Add the milk, vanilla extract and salt, mixing until smooth.
• Gradually add the heat-treated flour, mixing until fully incorporated.
• Finally, fold in the chocolate chips.

Why you need to make this recipe!

• This easy recipe only requires a handful of simple ingredients that you can easily find at the grocery store.
• This homemade edible cookie dough has the most perfect texture and tastes just like the real deal.
• It’s a similar recipe to a traditional cookie dough minus the leavening agent and raw eggs, so you don’t have to worry about getting a foodborne illness.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ

How to store leftover cookie dough?

To store, put the leftover edible cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to three months. Just be sure to wrap it in plastic wrap first before putting it in the airtight container to prevent freezer burn.

What makes cookie dough edible?

This edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe is made safe to eat by omitting raw eggs and heat-treating the flour to eliminate the harmful bacteria.

Can I bake this edible cookie dough?

No you cannot bake this cookie dough unfortunately. It is not make like regular cookie dough that contains eggs and will end up in an overly spread out mess.

I would highly recommend you try and recreate the world’s best brown butter chocolate chip cookies, or even these easy Brown Butter Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies. Both of them are so delicious and will definitely become one of your favorite recipes EVER!

Can I add other mix-ins to this recipe?

Yes! Feel free to add delicious flavors such as nuts, dried fruits, or white chocolate chips. To flavor the dough itself, try honey, cocoa powder, or crushed graham crackers.

Can I make this edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe gluten-free?

Of course! All you would have to do is use 1:1 gluten-free flour in place of the regular flour. You would still have to heat-treat the flour to make it safe to eat.

Brown Butter Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

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