Go Back
No-bake chocolate chip cookie dough bars sliced on a plate
Print Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

Delight in these creamy, no-bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars that blend nostalgic cookie flavors with a modern twist.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Childhood Favorites, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars, Easy Dessert, Indulgent Treat, no-bake dessert
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Luxurious and creamy, acting as the rich foundation for the dough.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Providing a deep, caramel-like sweetness that enriches the flavor profile.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar A touch of refined sweetness to balance the richness of the brown sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Adding moisture and creating that perfect, tender texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infusing the mixture with a warm, aromatic depth.
  • 1 1/2 cups heat-treated all-purpose flour Safe and essential, ensuring we have that classic cookie dough consistency.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhancing all the flavors and providing that perfect savory contrast.
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips Little bursts of chocolate throughout the dough.

For the Chocolate Coating

  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips The star of the show, providing that chocolate-coated finish.
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil Ensuring smooth melting and a glossy finish to the chocolate coat.

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mix transforms into a light and fluffy consistency.
  • Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing gently until everything is seamlessly blended into a smooth, creamy delight.
  • Gradually add your heat-treated flour and salt. As you mix, watch as the alluring dough comes together, soft and inviting to the touch.
  • Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips, creating pockets of chocolate sweetness throughout your dough.
  • Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, then press the cookie dough evenly into the pan.
  • Chill the dough in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semisweet (or milk) chocolate chips along with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the mixture is luxuriously smooth.
  • Remove the chilled cookie dough from the freezer and cut it into bars. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate.
  • Place the chocolate-coated bars on a parchment-lined tray. Let them chill for 15 minutes or until the chocolate has set.
  • Once fully set, indulge yourself with these creamy, chocolatey bars.

Notes

Store any extras in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for later enjoyment. Serve these bars at parties or as a delightful treat for yourself.