Easy Edible Cookie Dough Recipe

This easy edible cookie dough has been perfected to give you the absolute best versionโ€”rich, indulgent, and irresistibly smooth and scoopable. It swaps some of the butter for creamy peanut butter so itโ€™s never greasy, uses mini chocolate chips for just-right chocolate in every bite, strikes the ideal balance of sweetness, and delivers the PERFECT (never grainy!) consistency. In this post, youโ€™ll find foolproof results, step-by-step photos, pro tips, and fun variations so you can enjoy cookie dough exactly the way you love it.

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Why youโ€™ll love This Edible Cookie Dough Recipe

This edible cookie dough recipe has been thoroughly tested for consistent, reliable results that satisfy your sweet tooth without the need to turn on the oven! Hereโ€™s why youโ€™ll love it:

  • Perfectly scoopable consistency: Soft, creamy, and smooth, yet sturdy enough to hold its shape thanks to using a mixer.
  • Safe to eat raw: No eggs and heat-treated flour (easily microwaved!), so you can indulge worry-free.
  • Not greasy: Swaps some butter for creamy peanut butter for richness without the heaviness or greasiness.
  • Ideal sweetness: Balanced so itโ€™s indulgent but never cloying.
  • Mini chocolate chips: The perfect proportion of chocolate in every single bite.
  • Fun variations: Endless ways to customize (different nut butters, sprinkles, mix-ins, etc.)-all included!
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Homemade Edible Cookie Dough Ingredients

Letโ€™s take a closer look at what you need to make this recipe (measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

  • Flour: All-purpose flour is the best choice for edible cookie dough because it has a neutral flavor, creates a perfect thick yet creamy texture, and delivers the classic cookie taste you know and love. Additionally, itโ€™s easily accessible and always on hand.
  • Butter: Adds richness and flavor, binding the ingredients together while also giving the dough a smooth, creamy texture. Use unsalted butter, or if you prefer salted butter, decrease the salt in the recipe accordingly.
  • Brown sugar (light or dark): Adds moisture and a rich, caramel-like flavor; dark brown sugar offers deeper molasses notes, if you prefer-yum!
  • Granulated sugar: Balances the brown sugar, preventing the dough from being overly heavy and maintaining the right sweetness.
  • Peanut butter: Replaces some of the butter to keep the dough rich without being greasy, with a subtle, nutty flavor. You can use chunky or smooth.
  • Milk: Softens the dough to the perfect scoopable consistency. 2% or greater is ideal.
  • Vanilla extract: Enhances all flavors, making the dough taste like classic cookie dough. The better the quality, the better the flavor!
  • Salt: Good old table salt balances the sweetness and rounds out the flavors.
  • Mini chocolate chips: Distribute evenly so you get the perfect hit of chocolate in every bite. You can also use chopped chocolate.
Top view of edible cookie dough ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, salt, vanilla extract and mini chocolate chips
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How to MAke Edible Cookie Dough

Letโ€™s take a closer look at how to make this recipe with step-by-step photos (full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

  • Step 1: Treat the Flour. Add the flour to a large microwave-safe bowl (I use this glass bowl). Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until it reaches 165ยฐF on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 to 1 ยฝ minutes. Let it cool completely. ย 
showing how to make edible cookie dough by cooking in the microwave then testing the temperature with an instant thermometer
  • Step 2: Microwave the butter. Cube the butter and microwave it in a small microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds. It should be partially melted.
showing how to make edible cookie dough by microwaving the butter in a small bowl until partially melted
  • Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars. Combine the butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl or, preferably, the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until creamed, light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
a collage showing how to make edible cookie dough by adding the brown sugar, granulated sugar and butter to the bowl of a stand mixer, then creaming until fluffy
  • Step 4: Add Ingredients. Add the peanut butter, milk, vanilla, and salt, then beat until thoroughly combined.
a collage showing how to make edible cookie dough by adding the milk, vanilla and salt, and mixing to combine
  • Step 5: Add the Flour. Gradually add the cooled, cooked flour while mixing on low speed just until combined.
a collage showing how to make edible cookie dough by adding the flour and mixing to combine
showing how to make edible cookie dough lifting the paddle attachment to show the consistency of the dough
  • Step 6: Add the Chocolate Chips. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand. Chill for a few minutes to firm or DIG IN!
a collage showing how to make edible cookie dough by adding the chocolate chips and stirring by hand
showing how to make edible cookie dough by scooping into balls with a cookie scoop

TIPS for Best edible cookie dough recipe

  • Weigh your flour if possible: Using a kitchen scale ensures you get the exact amount for perfect texture every timeโ€”too much packed flour can make the dough dense instead of soft and creamy.
  • No scale? No problem! Fluff the flour in the bag, spoon it into your measuring cup, and level it off with a knife.
  • Donโ€™t skip heat-treating the flour! It only takes 1-2 minutes in the microwave, and it kills any bacteria that could be hiding in raw flour. Safe and delicious.
  • Mix, mix, mix. Cream the butter and sugars for a full 2 minutesโ€”this step is what keeps your dough silky smooth, rather than grainy.
  • Scrape down the bowl: Pause mixing once or twice to scrape down the sides so everything incorporates evenly.
  • Taste and adjust: Want it a little sweeter or saltier? Adjust sugar or salt to taste since this dough isnโ€™t being baked.
  • Adjust the consistency. If the dough feels stiff, just add a splash of milk (a tablespoon at a time) until itโ€™s perfectly scoopable.
  • Chill if you like. You can dive in right away, or pop it in the fridge for 10 minutes for a firmer, fudgier bite.
  • Make it your own. Stir in sprinkles, white chocolate, M&Ms, or even crushed Oreosโ€”this dough is your playground. See Variations Section below.
edible cookie dough being served in a bowl

Edible Cookie Dough variations

  • Crushed Candy Mix-Ins: Chop up your favorite candy barsโ€”like Snickers, Kit Kats, or Butterfingersโ€”and fold them in for a fun, indulgent twist.
  • Funfetti: Swap in white chocolate chips and stir in colorful sprinkles for a birthday cake vibe.
  • Peanut Butter Lovers: Add peanut butter chips or Reeseโ€™s Pieces.
  • Cookies & Cream: Fold in crushed Oreos for that creamy crunch.
  • Brownie Batter: Add a couple of tablespoons of cocoa powder and mix in chunks of brownie or chocolate chunks. You may need to increase the sugar slightly to balance the cocoa powder.
  • Sโ€™mores: Stir in mini marshmallows, graham cracker pieces, and chocolate chips.
  • Salted Caramel: Swirl in caramel sauce and top with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
  • Mint Chocolate: Add a drop of peppermint extract and mix in Andes mints or mint chips.
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How to serve Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

  • Serve at room temp: If youโ€™ve chilled your dough for longer than 10 minutes, let it soften on the counter for a few minutes before scooping so itโ€™s creamy and scoopable again.
  • Quick microwave trick: Pop individual scoops in the microwave for about 10 seconds to bring back that just-mixed, melty texture.
  • Scoop and snack: Enjoy straight from the bowl with a spoon or portion into little cookie-sized scoops for grab-and-go treats.
  • Ice cream topping: Crumble or scoop it over vanilla ice cream (or mix into milkshakes) for the ultimate dessert upgrade.
  • Sandwich it: Spread between graham crackers, cookies, or brownies for a fun handheld treat. Or use it in ice cream cake!
  • Party-style: Roll into small truffle-sized balls and dip in chocolate or sprinkles for bite-sized cookie dough bliss.
edible chocolate chip cookie dough with a bite taken out, showing the creamy, soft (never grainy!) consistency

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Homemade Edible Cookie Dough

This easy edible cookie dough has been perfected to give you the absolute best versionโ€”rich, indulgent, and irresistibly smooth and scoopable. It swaps some of the butter for creamy peanut butter so itโ€™s never greasy, uses mini chocolate chips for just-right chocolate in every bite, strikes the ideal balance of sweetness, and delivers the PERFECT (never grainy!) consistency. In this post, youโ€™ll find foolproof results, step-by-step photos, pro tips, and fun variations so you can enjoy cookie dough exactly the way you love it.
Servings: 4 servings
Total Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients

  • 1ยฝ cups (180g) all-purpose flour, measured correctly (See Notes)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2/3 cup light or dark packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter (chunky or smooth)
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Treat Flour: (Donโ€™t skip this step! It kills any bacteria that may be in the raw flour.) Add the flour to a large microwave-safe bowl (I use this glass bowl). Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until it reaches 165ยฐF on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 to 1 ยฝ minutes. Let it cool completely.
  • Microwave Butter: Place the cubed butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. It should be partially melted (see the pictures in the post).
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: Combine the butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl or, preferably, the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until creamed, light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. (Donโ€™t shortchange this step โ€“ it prevents grainy cookie dough.)
  • Add Ingredients: Add the peanut butter, milk, vanilla, and salt, then beat until thoroughly combined.
  • Add Flour: Gradually add the cooled, cooked flour while mixing on low speed just until combined. If the dough is too stiff after mixing, add milk one tablespoon at a time until itโ€™s perfectly scoopable.
  • Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.
  • To Enjoy: Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow the melted butter to firm up. After prolonged storage in the fridge, let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften, or microwave individual scoops for about 10 seconds to achieve a fresh-from-the-bowl texture-yum!

Notes

Storage

  • Refrigerator: Keep your dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. This is perfect if you plan to enjoy it throughout the week.
  • Freezer: Portion the dough into individual scoops or logs and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before enjoying.

TIPS

  • Weigh your flour if possible: Using a kitchen scale ensures you get the exact amount for perfect texture every timeโ€”too much packed flour can make the dough dense instead of soft and creamy.
  • If you donโ€™t have a scale: Fluff the flour in the bag, spoon it into your measuring cup, and level it off with a knife.
  • Mix, mix, mix. Cream the butter and sugars for a full 2 minutesโ€”this step is what keeps your dough silky smooth, rather than grainy.
  • Make it your own. Stir in sprinkles, white chocolate, M&Ms, or even crushed Oreosโ€”this dough is your playground. See Variations Section in the post.

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