If you have a sweet tooth, you’re likely familiar with the allure of cookie dough. It’s one of the most delicious treats around- but sadly, it’s not safe to eat raw dough. While baked cookies are of course also delicious, sometimes you really just want to take a big bite of cookie dough- and now you can!

One of the best things about Edible Cookie Dough is that it’s a no-bake recipe, which makes it a great summer treat. Instead of heating up the whole house with the oven, you can just mix a few ingredients together and you have a delicious sweet treat! {Note: You do need to heat it on a cookie sheet for just a few minutes to heat-treat the flour, but since that step needs to be done before actually making this recipe you can always do that at night when it’s cooler!}

Not only does the lack of oven heat make this a great summer dessert, but the cookie dough itself is cold and refreshing, the perfect treat to cool down with after a hot day outside in the sun. This edible sugar cookie dough recipe is a must-try easy recipe this summer and beyond!

What makes edible cookie dough edible?

We all know that you aren’t supposed to eat raw cookie dough- so what makes this edible cookie dough recipes, well, edible? Two things- no raw eggs, and no uncooked flour!

Traditional cookie dough contains raw eggs, which can harbor salmonella. This recipe doesn’t call for any eggs, so that eliminates that risk. This eggless cookie dough is totally safe to eat!

Raw flour can also be a source of harmful bacteria, which is why this recipe calls for heat-treated flour. That doesn’t mean another ingredient to buy at the store- instead, it’s a process that you’ll do to the all purpose flour you already have in your pantry. It takes just one extra step and just a few minutes, and it means you can safely eat this recipe raw! {That said, this step does include heating the oven for a few minutes- but it can be done ahead of time, and it’s way less time than baking cookies!}

Can you bake edible cookie dough?

While technically these ingredients can be baked together, they’re not going to turn into the soft and chewy sugar cookies you want them to. This recipe is specifically designed to be eaten as cookie dough, and that’s definitely the best way to enjoy it.

That said, you can add little bites of cookie dough to your baked goods, like brownies or cakes. These little cookie dough balls can alter the texture and bake times of the overall recipe though, so it’s best to consult the recipe you’re making for more information on how to do that.

How long can you keep edible cookie dough in the fridge? What about the freezer?

If stored properly in an airtight container, this edible cookie dough can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days.

If you make a double batch- or just don’t want to eat the full recipe right now- you can also freeze the edible cookie dough for up to 3 months. To do this, scoop the cookie dough into individual portions {optional, but highly recommended} and place them in a freezer-safe container or plastic bag.

When you’re ready to eat the frozen cookie dough, just let it thaw in the fridge overnight. Have a craving right now? The cookie dough can sit for a few minutes at room temperature to thaw out instead!

What occasions would edible cookie dough be great for?

If this recipe looks delicious but you don’t know what to make it for, here are some ideas:

Dessert boards: Have you ever set up a dessert board? These are a great way to make any celebration special and adding edible cookie dough will certainly take it up a notch!
Movie nights: Give the popcorn maker a break and instead enjoy some edible cookie dough on your next family movie night! Just scoop it up into individual servings, grab a spoon, and eat right from the bowl!
Bake sales: For a unique treat to sell at bake sales, whip up a batch of edible cookie dough and then package into small containers or bags for a convenient grab and go option.
Gifts: If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone with a sweet tooth, you can’t go wrong with edible cookie dough!

What other ingredients could I add to edible cookie dough?

You can totally add to this recipe if you want, just remember that you need to use ingredients that don’t need to be baked to be enjoyed. Some great options include:

Chocolate chips: Whether you go with dark chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or milk chocolate chips, you can customize this to your liking!
Nuts: Chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, would be delicious in this!
Candy pieces: Your favorite candy toppings like M&M’s or Reese’s Pieces would be a fun way to make this even sweeter!
Peanut butter: If you’re a big peanut butter fan, swirl a little bit in while mixing!
OREO Cookie Pieces: Make your own Cookies & Cream cookie dough with the addition of some crushed OREO Cookies
Caramel: Go the easy route and just drizzle some caramel over the top of your cookie dough

This recipe is pretty easy to make and uses just a few simple ingredients, so you could totally make it over & over all summer long, trying different ingredients until you’ve found your favorite mix-ins!

What Supplies Do You Need to Make Edible Sugar Cookie Dough?

To make edible cookie dough, you’ll need:

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Step by Step Guide

Ready to make it? Grab the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post and come back here to get started!

The first step is to heat-treat your flour. To do this, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Spread the all-purpose flour on a large baking sheet and bake in the oven for 8 minutes, stirring once about halfway through {Let your heat-treated flour cool completely before continuing!}

In a medium sized bowl, beat together the softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Beat in the milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well-combined.

Whisk together the flour and salt. Add to the batter and beat until completely incorporated and no dry streaks remain.

Add sprinkles if desired and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

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Edible Sugar Cookie Dough

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Looking for a delicious and safe way to indulge in cookie dough? Try our Edible Sugar Cookie Dough recipe! Made with heat-treated flour and no raw eggs, this dough is safe to eat and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Perfect for a summer treat or a quick and easy dessert, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

Ingredients

1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/4 cup Butter, softened
4 Tablespoons White Sugar
2 Tablespoons Milk, or more as needed
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract, optional
1/4 teaspoon Salt
Sprinkles, optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F.
Spread the all-purpose flour on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Allow heat-treated flour to cool completely before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
In a medium-sized bowl, beat together the butter and white sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the milk, vanilla and almond extracts until well-combined.
Whisk together the flour and salt and then add to the batter and beat until completely incorporated and no dry streaks remain.
Add sprinkles, as desired, and then refrigerate until ready to serve.