Calling all Cookie Dough lovers, you’re going to love my easy Cookie Dough Truffles recipe. Chocolate chip cookie dough truffles give you that raw dough flavor, wrapped in a luxurious chocolate coating. This recipe is a delicious idea for a special holiday dessert, or just a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth any time of the year!

Why You’ll Love Cookie Dough Truffles

Our easy peasy Cookie Dough Truffles recipe is a hit because we use heat-treated flour, removing any worries about raw flour, and it’s egg-free so there’s no risk of salmonella poisoning. It’s a safe and delicious way to enjoy raw cookie dough.

The combination of brown sugar and mini chocolate chips creates an edible cookie dough centre that’s reminiscent of your favorite chocolate chip cookies but in a fun little truffle package. Side note, isn’t it funny that we never worried about raw eggs when we ate cookie dough as kids? 

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles

Making my Cookie Dough Truffles recipe is easy. You’ll need some common kitchen tools like a medium bowl, an electric mixer for blending, a double boiler or a heatproof bowl for melting chocolate, and a couple of baking sheets lined with wax paper or parchment paper.

Ingredients

Gather these simple ingredients:

• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heat-treated flour
• 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
• 4 ounces dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 4 ounces chocolate candy coating, chopped
• 1 tablespoon shortening

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. This prevents the truffles from sticking.

Step 2: Heat treat the flour. Just place the flour in a shallow bowl and microwave for 1 minute, stirring once or twice during the cook time. Set aside.

Step 3: In a medium bowl, use your electric mixer to blend butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Add the heat-treated flour and mix until combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips. Form dough into 1-inch balls and place them on your prepared cookie sheet.

Step 4: Freeze the cookie dough balls for about 30 minutes. This firmness is crucial for the next step.

Step 5: In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl over medium heat, melt the dark chocolate, chocolate candy coating, and shortening, stirring until smooth.

Step 6: Dip the chilled cookie dough balls into the melted chocolate using a fork, letting any excess chocolate drip off. Place the chocolate-coated balls back on the lined baking sheet.

Step 7: Let the truffles stand or chill until the chocolate coating is firm.

Step 8: Make it fancy by drizzling melted chocolate over the truffles in zig-zags.

Is it Safe to Eat Raw Cookie Dough?

Regular cookie dough is not safe to eat due to the raw eggs and flour. However, the edible cookie dough in our Cookie Dough Truffles is safe to eat because we’re using heat-treated flour to kill any bacteria.

Reminder, there are no raw eggs in this recipe so there’s nothing to worry about there. To stay on the safe side, don’t skip the heat-treating step in the recipe instructions.

Substitutions and Variations

• Chocolate Types: Feel free to use milk chocolate, white chocolate chips, or semisweet chocolate chips for different flavors.
• Add Flavors: A sprinkle of sea salt can add a delightful contrast to the sweet chocolate.
• No Candy Coating?Regular chocolate works too, though the coating might be less firm.

Best Tips

• Cold Dough is Key: Chilled dough is easier to work with and holds its shape better when dipped in hot, melted chocolate.
• Avoid Water in Chocolate: Water can cause the chocolate to seize, so be careful.
• Smooth Finish: Gently tapping the fork on the edge of the bowl helps remove excess chocolate for an even coating.

How to Store Cookie Dough Truffles

• Refrigerator: In an airtight container, these cookie dough truffles can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
• Freezer: For longer storage, freeze cookie dough truffles in a single layer in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Holiday Gift Ideas

Cookie Dough Truffles make a lovely homemade gift. Place them in a pretty box or a tin with with a ribbon for a special touch. They’re perfect for holidays, special occasions, or as a random surprise for your friends and family. Add value by including a printed version of this recipe when you give the gift.

My easy Cookie Dough Truffles are a joy to make with the kids and even more fun to eat. They’re the perfect solution when you crave something sweet but don’t want to bake. This edible cookie dough recipe is sure to become one of your favorite things in life!

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• Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
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