No-Bake Cookie Dough

Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugar

• What You Need: Stand mixer or hand mixer, mixing bowl.
• Instructions:
  • Prepare Ingredients: Make sure your 100g of butter is softened (leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes).
  • Combine Ingredients: In the mixing bowl, add the butter and 175g of soft brown sugar.
  • Mixing: Start mixing on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is fluffy and light in color. This step adds air to the mixture, making your dough soft.

Step 2: Add Flavorings

• Ingredients to Add:
  • 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
• Instructions:
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the vanilla and salt to the butter-sugar mixture.
  • Flour Addition: Slowly sprinkle in 140g of plain flour while mixing, stopping when the mixture looks crumbly.

Step 3: Incorporate the Milk

• Adding Liquid:
  • Pour in 2 tablespoons of full-fat milk slowly while mixing on low speed.
• Mix Until Smooth:
  • Keep mixing until the dough comes together. If the dough seems too dry, add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.

Step 4: Customize Your Dough

• Flavor Variations:
  • Salted Caramel Dough:
    • Add 1 tablespoon of dulce de leche and ½ teaspoon of salt.
    • Fold in a handful of dark chocolate chips.
  • S’more Cookie Dough:
    • Mix in 1 tablespoon of Nutella, 2 crumbled digestive biscuits, and mini marshmallows.
  • Apple & Cinnamon Dough:
    • Stir in small chunks of dried apple and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar (mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 1 tablespoon of soft brown sugar).
  • Peanut Heaven Dough:
    • Add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter and a handful of peanut M&Ms for a crunchy texture.

Step 5: Enjoy

• Taste Test:
  • Take a small spoonful to taste. If it needs more sweetness or flavor, adjust accordingly.
• Serving Suggestions:
  • Enjoy the dough straight from the bowl.
  • Serve with ice cream for a delicious dessert.
  • Shape into small balls or cookies and present on a plate for sharing.
• Storage Instructions:
  • Store leftover dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
  • For longer storage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer bag. It can be frozen for up to three months.
• Reminder: This cookie dough is safe to eat raw, so feel free to indulge! Enjoy your delicious creation!