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No Bake Cookie Dough Bars

Easy No Bake Cookie Dough Bars

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Description

These indulgent, chocolatey bars are everything you love about cookie dough, but in a safe-to-eat, no-bake form. Perfect for summer days when you want a quick and easy dessert without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (155g) heat-treated all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (use dairy-free if needed)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup (175g) chocolate chips (for topping, melted)

Instructions

  1. Heat-Treat the Flour: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes. Let it cool completely.
  2. Make the Dough: In a bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (115g) of softened butter, 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, and 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons (30ml) of milk.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add 1 1/4 cups (155g) of heat-treated flour and a pinch of salt to the wet ingredients. Stir until a dough forms. Fold in 1/2 cup (90g) of mini chocolate chips.
  4. Press into Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the pan.
  5. Add the Chocolate Topping: Melt 1 cup (175g) of chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Spread the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the bars for 2–3 hours or until firm.
  7. Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife to cut the chilled bars into squares. Enjoy!

Notes

If the dough feels too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes before pressing it into the pan. Let the bars sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the chocolate topping from cracking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2

Keywords: no bake, cookie dough bars, summer dessert, easy dessert, chocolate dessert

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