Craving cookie dough but don’t want to bake? This edible chocolate chip cookie dough for one is the perfect single-serve dessert, safe to eat, made in just 5 minutes, and packed with chocolatey goodness! No eggs, no raw flour, and no mixer needed!
If you’re anything like me, you love sneaking bites of cookie dough before it makes it into the oven. But traditional cookie dough contains raw eggs and flour, which aren’t safe to eat. That’s why this egg-free edible cookie dough is a game-changer. Rich, buttery, and made with heat-treated flour for total peace of mind.
Whether you enjoy it by the spoonful, swirled into ice cream, or topped with extra chocolate chips, this no-bake treat will satisfy your sweet tooth in no time!
Why You’ll Love This Edible Cookie Dough Recipe
- ✔️ Safe to eat – No raw eggs & heat-treated flour.
- ✔️ Portion-controlled – No leftover dough to tempt you!
- ✔️ Super fast – Ready in just 5 minutes.
- ✔️ Easy to customize – Add peanut butter, sprinkles, or even mix it into ice cream!
Ingredients for the Best Edible Cookie Dough
You only need a few simple pantry ingredients to make this no-bake, single-serving cookie dough:
- Unsalted butter – For rich flavor and creamy texture.
- Brown sugar & granulated sugar – Adds sweetness and chewiness.
- Salt – Enhances the flavor.
- Vanilla – Adds warmth and depth.
- Heavy whipping cream – Creates the perfect consistency (or swap with milk!).
- Chocolate chips – Use a mix of mini chocolate chips and regular chocolate chips for the best texture.
Ingredient substitutions
Here are a few things you can substitute in this recipe if you don’t have:
- Vanilla extract- Use almond extract, it will make your cookie dough complex and luxurious.
- Heavy whipping cream- Use milk instead, it will work just as well.
How to Make Edible Cookie Dough Safe to Eat
Eating raw cookie dough is fun, but raw flour can contain harmful bacteria like E. coli. Here’s how to make it safe:
- Heat-treat the flour – Microwave it in 15-second intervals for 90 seconds or bake it at 350°F for 5 minutes.
- No eggs! This recipe skips eggs entirely, so it’s 100% safe to eat.
💡 Pro Tip: For an even softer cookie dough, add an extra splash of cream!
How to make this easy edible cookie dough recipe?
Here is the best way to make this quick treat, make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the detailed recipe!
- Cream the butter and sugars – Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add liquids – Stir in vanilla and heavy cream for the perfect consistency.
- Mix in heat-treated all purpose flour & salt – This makes the dough safe to eat!
- Fold in chocolate chips – Add as many as you like and enjoy!
Customizable Variations
Want to switch things up? Try these fun flavor variations:
- Double Chocolate – Mix in 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder for a fudgy twist.
- Peanut Butter Lover – Stir in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter for a nutty flavor.
- Funfetti – Add sprinkles for a birthday cake vibe!
Do I have to bake the flour for my edible cookie dough?
Yes, baking the flour is what will make this cookie dough safe to eat. Raw flour is not supposed to eaten (same with eggs), but who are we kidding, we all had some raw cake batter, brownie batter, and cookie dough.
But for safety reasons and just to be extra safe, bake or microwave your cake before measuring your flour for this recipe!
Bake the flour at 350F for 5 minutes before letting it cool then using it in your edible cookie dough recipe is a must. This technique will eliminate any harmful bacteria that could be in the flour.
I don’t have an oven, can I bake the flour in the microwave?
Yes, you can 🙂 The rule of thumb is to microwave your flour at the highest setting until it reaches 165F, I do understand that not everyone has a thermometer so what you can do is microwave your flour for 1 minute and 15 seconds at the highest setting, making sure to stir after every 15-second intervals (so 5 times), let it cool, then use it in this recipe!
Can I bake this edible cookie dough?
No, this recipe won’t bake properly since it doesn’t contain eggs or leavening agents. If you want real cookies, small-batch chocolate chip cookies. They’re soft and chewy and we make them at least a few times a month!
Can I add this cookie dough to ice cream?
Absolutely! You can make this cookie dough, roll it into mini logs, wrap it with plastic wrap, and freeze it. Once it’s solid, slice little rounds using a sharp knife and add it to whatever ice cream flavor you want!
Alternatively, you can make little balls of cookie dough and freeze them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and add them to your ice cream.
I love adding this cookie dough to the Tillamook chocolate peanut butter ice cream! So good!
How long does edible cookie dough last?
- Fridge – Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freezer – Freeze for up to 2 months.
Can I use almond or oat flour instead?
Yes! Almond and oat flour don’t need to be heat-treated and work great as gluten-free alternatives.
Ingredients
- 1 & ½ tablespoon butter softened
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 & ½ tablespoon flour cooked in the microwave for 90 seconds, stirring after each 15 second interval.
- 1-2 tablespoon chocolate chips Put as much or as little chocolate chips as you’d like! Have fun 🙂
Instructions
- In a small bowl, star by creaming the butter, the brown sugar, and the granulated sugar together. Add in the vanilla and the heavy whipping cream and mix again.
- Add in the cooked and cooled flour and a pinch of salt and mix well. Add in the chocolate chips, mix one last time and enjoy your fantastic edible cookie dough treat!