The ultimate sweet treat, edible sugar cookie dough. A mouthwatering concoction featuring rich, creamy textures and customizable mix-ins.
Edible sugar cookie dough is a delightful treat for those who love the taste of sugar cookies but crave the gooey, soft texture of unbaked cookie dough. Unlike traditional cookie dough, this version is safe to eat raw because it omits raw eggs and uses heat-treated flour to eliminate potential bacteria.
There is a special kind of magic in the simplicity of a sugar cookie – the golden edges, the tender middle, and the nostalgic sprinkle of sugar on top. But there’s an even more whimsical experience waiting in the form of edible sugar cookie dough. This decadent confection allows you to revel in the joy of your favorite cookie without the wait of baking time.
Is it safe to eat raw cookie dough?
The secret to creating a safe-to-eat sugar cookie dough lies in a few key adjustments to the traditional recipe. Raw eggs are a staple in cookie dough, but they pose a risk of salmonella contamination. In edible sugar cookie dough, the eggs are completely omitted, removing the danger and making the dough consumable straight from the bowl.
Flour, too, can harbor bacteria like E. coli, so it’s essential to heat-treat the flour before mixing it into your dough. This process involves either baking the flour in the oven or microwaving it until it reaches a temperature that kills off any potential pathogens. After that, you can mix your flour with sweet, creamy butter, granulated and powdered sugars, a bit of vanilla extract for that classic flavor, and a touch of milk to get the perfect doughy consistency.
The result? A creamy, buttery, and irresistibly sweet treat that can be enjoyed by the spoonful. It’s a versatile indulgence – mix in chocolate chips, sprinkles, or a swirl of caramel for an additional twist on the classic flavor. You can also use it as a dip for fruits and cookies, or roll them into balls and coat them with a shower of colorful sprinkles for a festive touch at parties.
In essence, edible sugar cookie dough takes all the beloved qualities of sugar cookies and presents them in a form that’s immediately gratifying – no oven necessary. So grab a spoon and dig in. After all, who can resist the allure of such a sweet and uncomplicated pleasure?
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INGREDIENTS YOU NEED
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp milk of choice
- 2-3 tbsp optional add ins sprinkles, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts
Instructions To Make Edible Sugar Cookie Dough
- Heat treat your flour, microwave it in a bowl for four 20-second intervals, stirring in between each one. Let the flour cool for 5-10 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together your butter, sugar, and vanilla extract together. Mix in your milk.
- Mix in your heat-treated flour. Stir in your optional add ins like sprinkles, chocolate chips, or other desired mix-ins.
Edible Sugar Cookie Dough
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk of choice
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2-3 tbsp optional add ins sprinkles, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Heat treat your flour, microwave it in a bowl for four 20-second intervals, stirring in between each one. Let the flour cool for 5-10 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together your butter, sugar, and vanilla extract together. Mix in your milk.
- Mix in your heat-treated flour. Stir in your optional add ins like sprinkles, chocolate chips, or other desired mix-ins.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Edible Sugar Cookie Dough
Only eat raw cookie dough is something labelled safe to eat. Edible cookie dough will have heat treated flour and be egg free.
Yes, freeze in an airtight container.
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