Easy Edible Cookie Dough (Chocolate)

👩🏼‍🌾 Ingredients

Almond butter, nondairy milk, black beans, cocoa powder, pitted dates, and vanilla extract in white bowls on a gray backdrop.

Black beans are a good source of plant-based protein, and dietary fiber which is essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system and preventing constipation. It may also help control blood sugar levels and contribute to healthy weight management. Black beans also contain complex carbohydrates that are digested slowly, providing a steady release of energy over time. This helps regulate blood sugar levels and prevents spikes and crashes in energy levels. In addition, they are packed with various essential nutrients and antioxidants.

Dates are packed with essential nutrients. They are a good source of dietary fiber, which can aid in digestion, promote satiety, and support healthy bowel movements. Always use pitted dates for blending. I used Medjool dates which taste just like caramel, and are soft and chewy in texture. You can also use a larger quantity of regular Deglet Noor dates. These are typically smaller and have firmer flesh and a more delicate sweet flavor.

Almond, soy, and oat milk, or any type of milk, is suitable for this Banana Chia Pudding recipe. Soy and oat milk are creamier, whereas almond milk is lighter. (Soy milk typically has the most protein.) Coconut milk has a rich, tropical flavor and a creamy consistency, but it is higher in saturated fats. Rice milk is a good option if you have allergies, as it is free from common allergens like nuts, soy, and gluten. Hemp milk has a slightly nutty flavor and is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, but may not be as readily available as other non-dairy milk.

Nut butter (almond, peanut, or walnut) is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Plus, the healthy fats present in nut butter can enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, D, E, and K, which are essential for various bodily functions. Nut butter also contains various essential nutrients, including vitamin E, magnesium, potassium, and calcium, and is a good plant-based source of protein.

See the recipe card for quantities.

🥑 Substitutions

Nut butter - use peanut, almond, walnut, cashew, or use tahini or SunButter for nut-free

Black beans - use avocado instead as desired

Cocoa powder - substitute for protein powder for more protein

Nondairy milk - use soy, almond, oat, cashew, rice, hemp, or any milk as desired

Pitted dates - substitute with maple syrup to taste

Oil or tahini- add a drizzle of neutral-flavored oil or tahini when blending for a creamier texture

Toppings - top the cookie dough with chocolate chips, tahini, sliced banana, hemp seeds, or your preferred topping

Try this delicious 5-Minute Banana Chia Pudding on my website. Visit my Vegan Breakfast Recipes page for more healthy snacks and dessert ideas.

📖 How to Make Healthy Edible Cookie Dough

Almond butter, nondairy milk, black beans, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in the glass canister of a food processor next to a mesh sieve with pitted dates.

Step 1. Add the black beans, nondairy milk, almond butter, vanilla, cocoa powder, dates, and oil (if using) to a food processor.

Healthy edible cookie dough (chocolate) in the glass canister of a food processor.

Step 2. Pulse until smooth. Chill before serving. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

💡 Expert Tips

Add a drizzle of oil, tahini, or water while blending for a creamier texture.

Add maple syrup, agave, monk fruit, or sweetener of choice as desired

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Or divide the cookie dough into single-serve containers for on-the-go. Add your favorite toppings beforehand or for serving.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Recipe FAQs

Is edible cookie dough safe to eat?

This healthy Edible Cookie Dough is made without eggs or flour, making it safe to eat raw. It is advisable to avoid consuming uncooked dough or batter that contains raw flour as it may contain harmful bacteria such as Salmonella or E. coli. Raw eggs can be unsafe to eat due to the potential presence of Salmonella. Therefore, cookie dough made with these two ingredients is not safe to eat raw.

How do you make edible cookie dough safe to eat?

If it contains flour, baking your flour at a high enough temperature before adding it to the cookie dough takes away the risk factor of potential bacteria contamination. In addition, it should not contain eggs, or the eggs should be pasteurized. It should also be stored at the correct temperature at all times.

Is Pillsbury cookie dough safe to eat?

Pillsbury's refrigerated cookie and brownie doughs are now ready to eat raw. This is because they now use heat-treated flour and pasteurized eggs, making it safe to enjoy baked or raw.

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