Edible Cookie Dough Chocolate (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough Base

01 - 250 g all-purpose flour
02 - 227 g unsalted butter, softened
03 - 200 g brown sugar, packed
04 - 50 g granulated sugar
05 - 2.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - 29 ml milk, plus more if needed

→ Mix-ins

08 - 180 g miniature chocolate chips

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Spread the flour in an even layer and bake for 6–8 minutes until it reaches 71°C. Allow to cool fully before using. Sift to remove any clumps.
02 - In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add vanilla extract and salt, and mix until incorporated.
03 - Gradually add cooled, heat-treated flour to the creamed mixture. Mix on low speed until just blended.
04 - Add milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a cohesive dough forms. Gently fold in the miniature chocolate chips using a spatula.
05 - Enjoy immediately or transfer dough to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature briefly before serving.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - For a gluten-free preparation, substitute with certified gluten-free all-purpose flour.
02 - Cool flour completely after heat-treating to avoid melting butter during mixing.
03 - If the dough is crumbly, add milk gradually until the desired consistency is achieved.
04 - Do not over-soften or melt the butter; the dough should remain creamy, not greasy.