Doing a little research, I found that there’s also some concern about eating raw flour – that it might contain pathogens. So eating it is at your own risk. That said, there’s some evidence that suggests heat treating the flour will eliminate the bacteria. Various methods include microwaving it, toasting it in a large skillet, or even baking it. I’ll let you make a decision about what’s best for your family.
I know what’s coming next… “Can you bake this?” Yes, but I’d recommend adding an egg and about an additional 1/2 cup of flour. But it’s cookie dough. And that’s the point. Just eat it. Y’all enjoy! 🙂
Edible Cookie Dough
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted better 1 stick, softened
- 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour* (see note)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together then mix in the vanilla, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. Stir in the chocolate chips. Transfer to a sealable container and keep refrigerated.
Notes
*New evidence suggests that there may be risk involved with eating raw flour. Heat treat your flour by spreading it on a silicone mat lined baking sheet and bake it in a 350°F preheated oven for 5 minutes. Allow to cool before using in the recipe.
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Susan says
Thank you!!!
My family thanks you!!!
Stacey says
Enjoy!!
Sigi G says
Thank you for sharing this recipe. My two youngest LOVE cookie dough and are always asking if I can spare them some.
Stacey says
LOL! Hope y’all will enjoy!
Mary // Chattavore says
I was just at a school yesterday eating lunch with some teachers when one of them pulled out a container of eggless cookie dough that she bought at a gourmet grocery store. Someone was genius to package that, for sure. However, I’d rather make it myself. This looks delicious! I’m sharing. 🙂
Stacey says
Thanks, Mary!!
Joanne says
This looks delicious! I am thinking of subbing the white flour for blanched almond flour. Thank you for this recipe.
Stacey says
Great idea!!
Tina LeB says
Just wondering about the baking soda in it? Thanks!
Stacey says
What about it? Are you worried about eating it?
Jessica Harris says
I was wondering the same thing, what is the purpose of the baking soda, the dough isn’t going to be baked, need leavening for rise? I was wondering its role was in the recipe? Thanks!
Stacey says
The baking soda is about flavor in this instance. You’re welcome to leave it out if you wish.
Kari says
Cookie dough is just the best thing ever. This sounds brilliant!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
Stacey says
I couldn’t agree more! Thanks, Kari!
Sheena says
Thanks for this recipe. I just got a new ice cream maker. Now I can add in cookie dough bites for a fun variation. Do you think this will be okay going info the ice cream maker as a mix-in?
Stacey says
Make sure to freeze some dollops of the cookie dough first and then mix them in once the ice cream has been made and frozen, otherwise the ingredients will just break down and become part of the ice cream mixture and you won’t have those bites of cookie dough.
Sheena says
Thanks for the advice, Stacy. I’m excited to try this. I got your cookbook last week w/the Kindle offer. The recipes look scrumptious, and the book is a delight to read. Thanks again for getting back to me!
Sheena says
I meant “Stacey”. Silly autocorrect!
Stacey says
No worries! Thanks so much for the support!
Mya says
Personally I changed the recipe by instead of doing 1/2 cup of brown sugar putting 1/4th regular and 1/4th brown, not adding baking soda, adding cinnamon, and adding milk because this recipe is really dry
Stacey says
Hmmm… I’ve not had this turn out dry. I’m glad you were able to get it like you liked it, though. 🙂
Beth says
I tried and found it a little dry as well. It could have been user error though. I added 1/2 cup peanut butter to remedy and it is delicious! Will try again for sure!
Stacey says
Great idea to get it back in shape, Beth!
Sadie Sumner says
Hi!
I made this and found that the mix turned out as a powder! It must’ve been that I made a mistake when making it, but I added milk! Could you suggest anything to me so I can make it the correct way next time?
Stacey says
That’s crazy! Was your butter softened? I think adding milk is the right direction, but you shouldn’t have to.
Suzy says
Can you use dark brown sugar instead of light?
Stacey says
Sure! The taste will be a little different, but absolutely. 🙂
Emilee says
Very delicious! Tasted just like normal cookie dough!
Stacey says
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!
Erin says
If white flour causes illness (maybe), what about using organic almond flour? Do you think that would be better against bacterial contamination?
Stacey says
That’s probably a safer option, though I don’t know a whole lot about the way it is processed.
John says
Why add baking soda if your not baking them? Just wondering.
Stacey says
The baking soda adds a flavor and saltiness that makes it taste like authentic cookie dough. You’re welcome to leave it out though.
Vicky @ Little Chef Within says
Thank you!! I’m SO excited to try this! I used to eat raw cookie down all the time, raw eggs or not, but I didn’t like giving them to my young kids. Now I don’t have to worry!!!!
Stacey says
It’s so good! Hope y’all will enjoy!
Sam says
They tasted good
josh says
this is pretty good. just a caution to other bakers: be very careful with the vanilla! a little goes a long way. i added a few drops too much on accident and it made the cookie dough not very good. i do love the recipie though!
Molly Mortensen says
Hi, sorry but I didn’t like this. The texture was strange but I’m afraid I didn’t like the taste either. I’m often outside the popular opinion though. It’s still sad that I had to throw away cookie dough.
Stacey says
Sorry you didn’t like it!
JMoore says
I would take oats and grind into oat flour using blender or food processor in substitution to the white flour; has a better taste, too.
person on the internet says
I was wondering if I can use salted butter? (maybe remove the salt from the mixture?)
Stacey says
Sure!