3-Step Cookie Dough Recipe

Indulge your sweet tooth with a homemade treat that's both delicious and safe to eat raw! This three-step cookie dough recipe is perfect for those late-night cravings or when you're in the mood for a no-bake dessert. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you'll be enjoying a batch of edible cookie dough in no time.

Before we dive into the recipe, let's talk about safety. Traditional cookie dough contains raw eggs, which can harbor salmonella. This recipe uses heat-treated flour and no eggs, making it safe to consume without baking. However, it's still important to follow good hygiene practices when handling ingredients to prevent cross-contamination.

Gather Your Ingredients

Before you begin, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand. This recipe requires just five simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Here's what you'll need:

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup of packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons of milk

Heat-Treat the Flour

The first step in this recipe is to heat-treat the flour to kill any potential bacteria. This is an important step to ensure the safety of your edible cookie dough.

To heat-treat the flour, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes, stirring halfway through. Once the flour is heated, set it aside to cool completely. This step is crucial, so don't skip it!

Cream the Butter and Sugars

While the flour is cooling, you can start creaming the butter and sugars together. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat the ingredients together until they are light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

This step is important because it incorporates air into the mixture, making your cookie dough light and delicious. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.

Combine the Ingredients

Now that your flour is cooled and your butter and sugars are creamed, it's time to combine the ingredients to make your edible cookie dough.

With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the heat-treated flour to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until the flour is fully incorporated and the dough is crumbly. Be careful not to overmix, as this can cause the dough to become tough.

Add the Milk and Mix

The final step in this recipe is to add the milk and mix until the dough comes together. Start by adding 2 tablespoons of milk to the dough. Mix on low speed until the dough is no longer crumbly and holds together when squeezed.

If the dough is still too crumbly, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Be careful not to add too much milk, as this can make the dough too sticky and difficult to work with.

Enjoy Your Edible Cookie Dough

Now that your edible cookie dough is ready, it's time to enjoy it! You can eat it straight from the bowl, or roll it into bite-sized balls for a fun and easy treat. If you prefer a more traditional cookie experience, you can also bake the dough at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes for classic chocolate chip cookies.

Store any leftover cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy your homemade treat, and happy baking!