Cookie Dough Hearts Recipe
Introduction
Cookie Dough Hearts are a delightful treat combining the rich flavor of classic cookie dough with a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for sharing or gifting, these bite-sized hearts are both charming and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) lightly packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (any kind)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 (190 grams) cups all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup (128 grams) miniature chocolate chips
- 16 ounces (454 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening
- Decorative sprinkles, if desired
Instructions
- Step 1: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until very well combined and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Add the milk and vanilla extract, then gradually add the flour and salt on low speed until incorporated. Stir in the miniature chocolate chips.
- Step 3: Scoop the dough onto a parchment paper-lined surface. Cover with plastic wrap and roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out dough shapes. Place them on a parchment-lined, rimmed baking sheet and freeze until firm, at least 30 minutes.
- Step 5: In a heat-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Step 6: Dip each frozen cookie dough heart into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on the baking sheet. Add sprinkles if desired.
- Step 7: Refrigerate the coated hearts until the chocolate sets. Serve at a cool room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Tips & Variations
- Use high-quality chocolate for a richer coating and flavor.
- Substitute coconut oil with shortening or butter if preferred.
- Try different shaped cookie cutters for seasonal or themed treats.
- For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts or use white chocolate instead.
- Freeze dough pieces thoroughly to prevent melting during dipping.
Storage
Store cookie dough hearts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 weeks. Thaw in the fridge before serving and enjoy at a cool room temperature to maintain the perfect texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Is the cookie dough safe to eat raw?
This cookie dough is intended for safe consumption, as it uses heat-treated flour and contains no eggs. Be sure to use flour labeled safe for raw consumption or heat-treat it yourself.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking. Keep in mind that texture may vary slightly but the result will still be delicious.
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Cookie Dough Hearts Recipe
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookie dough hearts 1x
Description
Delight in these charming Cookie Dough Hearts—bite-sized, no-bake treats featuring rich, buttery cookie dough studded with miniature chocolate chips, all dipped in a smooth semisweet chocolate coating. Perfectly sweet and irresistibly creamy, they offer the nostalgic flavor of cookie dough safely to enjoy anytime. Decorated with sprinkles, these heart-shaped confections are ideal for gifting or sharing at celebrations.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) lightly packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (any kind)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour (heat-treated or safe-for-raw consumption flour recommended)
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup (128 grams) miniature chocolate chips
Chocolate Coating
- 16 ounces (454 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening
- Decorative sprinkles, if desired
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is very well combined and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing to combine. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt on low speed, then stir in the miniature chocolate chips carefully to distribute evenly.
- Shape and Freeze the Dough: Scoop the cookie dough onto a parchment paper-lined work surface. Cover it with a large sheet of plastic wrap and roll it out with a rolling pin to about 1/2-inch thickness. Freeze this dough layer for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Cut Out Heart Shapes: Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out cookie dough pieces. Place these on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Freeze the dough hearts until they are firm, for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt the Chocolate Coating: In a heat-safe bowl, combine the chopped semisweet chocolate with coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each burst, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Dip Cookie Dough Hearts: Firm and very cold cookie dough hearts should be dipped individually into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip back into the bowl. Place them on the baking sheet to set.
- Decorate and Chill: While the chocolate is still wet, add decorative sprinkles if desired. Refrigerate the dipped cookie dough hearts until the chocolate coating is fully set and firm.
- Serve: Bring the coated cookie dough hearts to a cool room temperature before serving to enjoy the optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- For safe consumption of raw flour, it is recommended to heat-treat the flour by gently toasting it in the oven or purchasing flour labeled as safe for raw use.
- Use full-fat milk or any milk alternative according to preference for moisture and flavor.
- Store the finished cookie dough hearts in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate coating firm and the dough fresh.
- Ensure cookie dough hearts are very cold before dipping to avoid melting the chocolate coating.
- These treats are best enjoyed within a week when refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cookie dough, no-bake dessert, chocolate dipped, heart-shaped, Valentine’s Day treats, homemade sweets, chocolate chip cookie dough
