Easy No-Bake Cookie Dough Freezer Balls
These no-bake cookie dough freezer balls are a quick, delicious treat that requires no oven and comes together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (unbleached preferred)
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup (65g) brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- 2 tbsp (30ml) milk (whole milk or dairy-free alternatives like almond milk)
- ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet recommended)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste) and milk until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, stirring on low speed until just combined. The dough should be thick but soft; add a teaspoon of milk at a time if too dry.
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion the dough into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place them about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze the tray for at least 1 hour or until the balls are firm.
- Transfer the frozen balls into an airtight container or zip-top bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
If dough feels sticky while shaping, wet your hands lightly with cold water to prevent sticking. Freeze for at least 1 hour to ensure firm texture. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter and almond or oat milk instead of regular milk. Optional add-ins include chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie dough ball
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
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