Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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No Baking Required: You can enjoy these cookie dough bars without the hassle of turning on the oven.
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Quick & Easy: Ready in just 1-2 hours with minimal prep, making them perfect for last-minute dessert cravings.
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Safe to Eat Raw: The flour is heat-treated, ensuring it’s safe to eat raw, so you can indulge in cookie dough without worry.
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Customizable: Add your favorite mix-ins like nuts, M&Ms, or extra chocolate chips to make these bars your own.
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Dairy-Free Option: Easily make these bars dairy-free with plant-based butter and milk.
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated or microwaved for 1-2 minutes to kill bacteria)
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup brown sugar, packed
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup milk (or dairy-free milk)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 cup mini chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips, chopped)
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Flour:
If you’re using regular flour, heat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes on high to kill any bacteria. You can also bake it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes. Let it cool before using.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
3. Add the Flour:
Slowly add the heat-treated flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough begins to form. It should be thick but soft. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more milk, one tablespoon at a time.
4. Stir in Chocolate Chips:
Once the dough is fully mixed, fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
5. Press into Pan:
Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Press the cookie dough mixture into the pan, spreading it evenly to the edges.
6. Chill:
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1-2 hours, or until they are firm and set.
7. Serve:
Once chilled, remove the bars from the pan, cut them into squares, and serve.
Notes
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For extra texture: Add chopped nuts, mini M&Ms, or toffee bits to the dough for more crunch and flavor.
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Storage: Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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Dairy-free option: Use dairy-free butter and plant-based milk to make these bars dairy-free.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
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Calories: 200 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 30g
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Fat: 10g
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Saturated Fat: 6g
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Protein: 2g
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Sugar: 18g
Conclusion
These No Bake Cookie Dough Bars are the perfect dessert for anyone who loves the taste of cookie dough but doesn’t want to bake. With just a few simple ingredients and no need for baking, they come together quickly for a sweet, indulgent treat. Whether you’re serving them for a special occasion or just craving something sweet, these cookie dough bars will hit the spot!
PrintNo Bake Cookie Dough Bars
These No Bake Cookie Dough Bars bring the irresistible flavor of cookie dough into an easy-to-make, no-bake treat. Safe to eat raw, these bars are made with heat-treated flour, mini chocolate chips, and a rich, sweet dough that chills in the fridge for a quick and satisfying dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1-2 hours (including chill time)
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated or microwaved for 1–2 minutes to kill bacteria)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup milk (or dairy-free milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips, chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Flour: Heat the flour in the microwave for 1-2 minutes on high or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes. Let it cool before using.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Add the Flour: Slowly add the heat-treated flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Press into Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Press the cookie dough mixture into the pan, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until firm and set.
- Serve: Once chilled, remove from the pan, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- For added texture, incorporate chopped nuts, mini M&Ms, or toffee bits into the dough.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- To make it dairy-free, use dairy-free butter and plant-based milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: undefined
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: undefined
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: undefined