These chocolate chip cookie dough truffles are the perfect no-bake sweet treat that takes just 10 minutes to whip up! They will cure your sweet tooth in a matter of seconds!
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Cookie Dough Truffles
Chocolate chip cookies are my favorite dessert in the world. And because I love them so much, I love to make fun variations like these cookie dough truffles, chocolate chip cookie bars, a cookie pizza and chocolate chip cookie pie. Yum!
I made these chocolate chip cookie dough truffles for a few friends last week and they were gone within minutes! They only take about 10 minutes to whip up and then 30 minutes to freeze. They make the perfect mini treat for a get together.
I topped them off with a little sea salt, chopped nuts and sprinkles. They were seriously divine and the perfect chocolate fix! I just love cookie dough, so these truffles are great because there’s no egg in them, making them perfectly safe to eat. Just like edible cookie dough. ;)
Place them in the freezer for whenever you need a little late night snack. These will definitely be made again. Easy and delicious… can’t beat that!
How to Make Cookie Dough Truffles
Scroll down for the printable recipe and video tutorial.
Step 1: Prepare the dough
In a bowl, mix together butter, sugar and vanilla. Then slowly mix in flour just until combined. I like to start with about 1/2 cup, then add a little more in increments until the texture reaches the “cookie dough” consistency. Then stir in desired amount of chocolate chips.
Step 2: Roll into balls and freeze
Form into 1-inch balls and place on a wax paper lined baking sheet. Place pan in freezer to harden for about 15-30 minutes.
Step 3: Melt the chocolate
When the cookie dough balls are firm, melt the chocolate in the microwave at 50% power until smooth.
Step 4: Dip in chocolate
Using a fork, dip the balls into the melted chocolate. Tap the fork against the bowl to remove any excess chocolate. Place back on wax paper and sprinkle on desired toppings immediately (before the chocolate hardens).
Step 5: Freeze and serve!
Place truffles back in the freezer until chocolate has hardened completely. Then place them on a plate or cake stand to serve. Enjoy!
Topping Ideas
- Sprinkles
- Chopped nuts
- Sea salt
- Chocolate drizzle
- Toasted coconut
- Mini chocolate chips
Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days.
- Freezer: Place in freezer bag or container and store for up to 1 month.
Love chocolate desserts? Try chocolate fondue, peanut butter balls or buckeyes, too!
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup butter , softened
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 2-3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ -1 cup all-purpose flour , heat treated (see notes)
- ½ -3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips , or melting wafers (for dipping)
Optional toppings: Sea salt, sprinkles or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper. In a bowl, mix together butter, sugar and vanilla. Then slowly mix in flour and mix just until combined. I like to start with 1/2 cup and add more, until it reaches the “cookie dough” consistency. Then stir in desired amount of chocolate chips.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the pan. Freeze for about 15 to 30 minutes.
- When the dough is firm, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in the microwave at 50% power. Then dip the cookie dough in the chocolate with a fork. Tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate. Place back on wax paper and immediately top with sea salt, nuts or sprinkles if desired.
- Place truffles back in the freezer until chocolate has hardened. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: American, Candy + Fudge, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Cookies, Desserts, Freezer-Friendly, Mini, No-Bake
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
What is the amount of milk used in this recipe?
Hi Janet! I just added a Tablespoon at a time until it was the right consistency. :)
This looks so delicious and easy to make! Thanks for sharing. Definitely going to try it out soon :)
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I made these as gifts for co-workers and student aides in my office at Christmas time. I made them the night before and they are really tasty!
So glad they turned out well! :)
I was so excited to make these! I also got the powder-y mixture that didn’t hold well (though I measured very carefully). I added 1TBS more butter and that helped a lot. Maybe melted butter vs softened would help? Question-when you say vanilla, do you mean vanilla extract? That’s what I used. My guests loved but I couldn’t eat them bc of the string vanilla flavor–sort if a win/lose. At least my guests liked them! Thanks for sharing, once I perfect it, it’ll be easy!
how do you keep the flour from tasting like uncooked flour? Do they have to stay in the icebox till eaten?
Hi Marty. You shouldn’t be able to tell that the flour is uncooked.
Hey, these look so good!!! Just wondering as to how many this recipe roughly makes?? Thanks
Hi Ashlee! I don’t remember exactly, but it should be around 15-24 depending on how big you make them!
Those look delicious and Fun to make, Thanks for the recipe.
How big is a cup, what are the measurements in grams?
I also found that the dough turned out dry and crumbly. I measured exactly and sifted the flour first, so I really don’t believe I added too much flour. In the end, they just turned out a bit chalky, even dipped in chocolate. I would add some milk next time to make it more of a cookie dough texture.
I’m sorry you had trouble with these Ashley! I think adding milk would definitely help. :)
Hello ! Can you ad some alcohol?? Like rum ??
We measured ingredients exactly, but the dough is so crumbly the balls will not hold together. Do you know what we did wrong?
Hi Tricia! I’m sorry these didn’t turn out well for you. You must have added too much flour. Everyone measures flour differently.
Thanks very much for the recipe. They turned out wonderful, only thing I would do is use mini chocolate chips next time I make them. I was told I have to save the recipe so my brother can make just the dough. (Maybe even make our own cookie dough ice cream ) :)
I’m so glad you liked the truffles! Mini chocolate chips would be perfect in these, what a great idea. And cookie dough ice cream…YUM!
can i use white sugar instead of brown sugar?
Hi! You could try it, but it would change the consistency.
do you need light or dark brown sugar? and do you need unsalted or salted butter?
I use light brown sugar and salted butter, but either one should work. :)
This recipe was awesome! They are rich enough that you only want to eat one or two, but their taste is wonderful. We made them and our guests thought they were bought from a chocolate shop :-). The sea salt was key. Thanks!
I am so happy you enjoyed this recipe Laura! Thank you so much for coming back to let us know how the truffles went. :)
These look amazing, and I can’t wait to make them!
Do we have to bake the dough… my mom says it’s like eating raw sweet flour.
Hi! No, you don’t have to bake the dough.
I was very excited to make this recipie because it looked yummy & easy except when I got to the end, it was all very dry & not sticky. None of the dough stuck together, even when I added a little bit of water & milk. I went back to check to make sure I used all the right ingredients & amounts & I definitely did so I don’t know what went wrong. In other similar recipies I saw that they used apple sauce to replace some of the ingredients so maybe that’s what this one needed.
Hi Alexis! I’m sorry these didn’t turn out for you. I would recommend adding less flour next time! :)