Cookie Dough Truffles

Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these Cookie Dough Truffles! Rich, bite-sized balls of edible cookie dough are coated in luscious chocolate, making them perfect for parties, gifts, or satisfying your sweet tooth anytime.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No baking required: Perfect for a quick, fuss-free dessert.
• Safe to eat raw: Made without eggs, so you can enjoy without worry.
• Customizable: Easily switch up the add-ins or chocolate coating.
• Impressively delicious: They look gourmet but are incredibly simple to make.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Unsalted butter, softened
• Brown sugar
• Granulated sugar
• Vanilla extract
• All-purpose flour (heat-treated to kill bacteria)
• Salt
• Milk
• Mini chocolate chips
• Chocolate or candy melts (for coating)

Directions

1. Prepare the cookie dough: In a bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
2. Add wet ingredients: Mix in the vanilla extract and milk until combined.
3. Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the heat-treated flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Stir in chocolate chips: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
5. Form the truffles: Roll the dough into small, bite-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Chill: Refrigerate the dough balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
7. Coat in chocolate: Melt your chocolate or candy melts, then dip each dough ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated. Place back on the parchment paper.
8. Set and serve: Let the coated truffles set until the chocolate hardens. You can speed this up by placing them in the fridge.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: About 24 truffles
• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Chill time: 30 minutes
• Total time: 50 minutes

Variations

• Nutty twist: Add chopped nuts or nut butter to the dough.
• White chocolate coating: Swap dark chocolate for white or colored candy melts.
• Sprinkle fun: Top with sprinkles, crushed cookies, or sea salt before the chocolate sets.
• Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free flour.

Storage/Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store truffles in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
• Reheating (if needed): Let truffles sit at room temperature for 10 minutes if they’re too firm from the fridge.

FAQs

Can I eat raw flour?

It’s best to heat-treat the flour to kill any bacteria. Simply bake it at 350°F for 5 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals until it reaches 165°F.

Can I make these dairy-free?

Yes, use dairy-free butter, milk, and chocolate.

How do I prevent the chocolate coating from cracking?

Let the truffles sit at room temperature for a few minutes before dipping to reduce the temperature difference.

What if my dough is too dry?

Add a splash of milk until you reach the desired consistency.

Can I use almond flour instead?

Yes, almond flour works as a no-heat alternative, but it will change the texture slightly.

How do I dip truffles without a mess?

Use a fork or a candy dipping tool, and tap off the excess chocolate.

Can I use regular-sized chocolate chips?

Mini chips work best for even distribution, but you can chop regular chips into smaller pieces.

Are these safe for kids?

Absolutely! As long as the flour is heat-treated, they’re a kid-friendly treat.

Can I add flavor extracts?

Yes! Try peppermint, almond, or even coffee extract for a flavor boost.

Can I decorate them?

Of course! Drizzle with contrasting chocolate, add sprinkles, or dust with cocoa powder.

Conclusion

Cookie Dough Truffles are a decadent, easy-to-make treat that will win over anyone who loves cookie dough. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or treating yourself, these little bites of joy are endlessly customizable and always a hit. Whip up a batch today and savor every delicious bite!

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