No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
Introduction
No Bake Cookie Dough Bars promise the nostalgia of classic cookie dough with the convenience of a chilled, handheld treat. With irresistible brown sugar flavor and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these bars are perfect for anyone who craves the taste of cookie dough—without needing to turn on an oven. Since they’re egg-free and safe to eat, they’re also a hit for parties, potlucks, and spontaneous weeknight desserts.
Why You’ll Love These No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
This recipe is a total crowd-pleaser thanks to its rich, buttery taste and the fun of chocolate chips scattered throughout every slice. These bars set up quickly in the fridge, making them an ideal treat when you want something sweet but don’t want to heat up the kitchen. A smooth chocolate topping adds an extra layer of decadence that completes this no-fuss dessert.
Step-by-Step: Making Edible Cookie Dough
Start with heat-treated flour to ensure the dough is safe to eat. Combine it with brown sugar, vanilla, and butter for the signature cookie dough flavor. Cream the mixture together until light and fluffy; using a sturdy Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black or a hand mixer makes this step effortless and guarantees a smooth dough. Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula or a mixing spoon.
Easy Assembly for No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
Line your baking pan with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet to ensure a mess-free release of bars later. Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Use the base of a measuring cup or spatula to press the dough down firmly, ensuring a compact bar that holds together after chilling.
Melt chocolate chips with a touch of coconut oil in a heatproof bowl. Spread the mixture smoothly over the dough layer, creating a glossy, decadent topping. For precision while spreading and cutting, a Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display, Black and Stainless Steel helps keep the layers uniform for beautiful bars.
Serving and Storing No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
Let the bars chill for at least 2 hours until firm. Use a sharp knife to slice them into even squares—wiping the blade between cuts gives clean, bakery-style edges. Store these bars in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for freshness and easy stacking in the fridge or freezer.
Serve these bars straight from the fridge for a chewy, fudge-like texture. Pair with a glass of milk, coffee, or your favorite cold beverage for pure snacking bliss.
Nutritional Information and Yield
This recipe yields 16 squares, with each bar coming in at approximately 220–250 calories, depending on your toppings and chocolate chip choice. Designed for indulgence, these bars are ideal for portioning out as occasional bites of pure cookie dough delight.
No Bake Cookie Dough Bars: The Ultimate Treat
Enjoy the rich, nostalgic flavor of classic cookie dough in a convenient bar form—no baking required, and no complicated techniques. Their buttery base, luscious chocolate topping, and chilled snap make them perfect for family gatherings, dessert tables, or any day you need a sweet pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Instructions
- To heat-treat your flour: Spread the flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes, or microwave on a plate in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until it reaches 165°F. Let it cool completely.
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with a sheet from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Using a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black streamlines this process.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt. Gradually add heat-treated flour and mix until just combined. Add milk as needed until a soft dough forms.
- Stir in 1 cup mini chocolate chips by hand. Press the cookie dough evenly into the lined pan, using the back of a measuring cup for a smooth surface.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spread over the dough layer and sprinkle the remaining mini chocolate chips on top.
- Transfer the pan to the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours, or until set. Slice into 16 bars using a sharp knife. For neat cuts, use a Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display, Black and Stainless Steel to portion precisely.
- Store in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for best freshness, refrigerated up to 1 week, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (excluding heat-treating flour, which takes about 5 minutes)
Total Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
