Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Indulgence

Alright, folks, this here is the kind of dessert that taps you on the shoulder then dances on your taste buds. Think gooey chocolate chip cookie dough but kicked up a notch. These bite-sized treats are a no-bake indulgence that you don’t have to wait for the oven to preheat to enjoy. Perfect for those moments when you need a little joy in a bite. Trust me, give this indulgence a whirl, and it’ll be your new go-to for impromptu sweet cravings.

Imagine coming home after a long, chaotic day (you know the ones I’m talking about), and bam! Your little troops are bouncing around with that universal code for “something sweet, please.” This recipe has saved my hide more times than I can count. My husband swears that I’ve got a direct line to his taste buds whenever I whip these up. It’s become our family’s little secret weapon against mid-week slumps. I remember once making these with my daughter, she spilled the vanilla but we figured, hey, why not? It turned out even better. Now, a little extra vanilla is just our thing.

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Indulgence

Alright, why’s this gonna sweep you off your feet?

– It’s no-bake, meaning zero waiting around, checking the oven, or praying you didn’t burn something.
– Snackable size = perfect excuse to eat six without guilt, right?
– You can totally make these while half-watching your favorite rom-com.
– It’s like cookie dough you can claim as a fancy dessert. Win!

How to Make It

Alright, here’s where you roll up your sleeves—figuratively, unless you really have sleeves to roll up. Grab a bowl (honestly, size isn’t all that important, but let’s say medium-ish). Drop in some softened butter and start creaming with sugar till it looks like fluffy clouds. Now, if your clouds are lumpy, that’s cool; they taste the same. Add in some vanilla. Don’t be shy with it. Mix in flour, a sprinkle of salt, then toss in a heap of chocolate chips. Now for the messy part, mix it all up. You can use your hands. No judgment here. Roll them into bite-sized balls which is as fun as a DIY stress buster. Stick ‘em in the fridge to chill until they’re firm enough to hold up to my hubby’s midnight raid.

Ingredient Notes

– Butter: Use the soft stuff, unless you want an arm workout. Let it sit out a bit first.
– Sugar: You need it, you love it, plan on it. Skimping just doesn’t do this indulgence justice.
– Chocolate Chips: This is where you go wild—milk or dark, whatever tickles your fancy. Once, I swiped half my daughter’s after-Halloween stash. Oops.

Recipe Steps
1. Cream the butter and sugar until it looks deliciously fluffy.
2. Stir in some vanilla extract – spills encouraged.
3. Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
4. Go wild with those chocolate chips.
5. Roll into balls. Refrigerate to set. Smile the whole time.

What to Serve It With

I’m gonna give it to ya straight — nothing. Or everything! A cold glass of milk is the classic sidekick. Alternatively, throw it on top of ice cream when you’re feeling extravagant.

Tips & Mistakes

– If they’re falling apart, it means they need to chill in the fridge longer, kinda like me after a long day.
– Don’t overthink the chocolate chips. Big, small, white, dark, let’s not judge. Diversity is beautiful.

Storage Tips

Store these little dudes in an airtight container in the fridge. They last as long as you can keep them hidden, which isn’t long in my house! Eating them cold is dreamy, and yes, it’s breakfast material in my book—no shame in the indulgence game.

Variations and Substitutions

I’m here to tell you that sometimes you need to get creative. Out of brown sugar? I once swapped in honey and called it “an experiment.” Crunchy peanut butter instead of chocolate chips once resulted in a happy accident. Let’s own those swap-outs and live a little on the wild bakery side.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Indulgence

This decadent dessert combines the nostalgic flavor of chocolate chip cookie dough with a creamy indulgence, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 0.75 cup brown sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 2 each large eggs room temperature
• ▢ 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 0.5 cup powdered sugar for dough topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
• In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and baking soda. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
• Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
• Scoop dough into bite-sized drops and roll lightly in powdered sugar. Place on baking sheet with space between each.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to wire racks.
• Serve warm or at room temperature for an indulgent cookie dough experience.

Notes

For extra richness, try adding a pinch of sea salt on top before baking. Enjoy with a glass of cold milk.