This easy cookie dough dip is rich, creamy, and perfect for sharing. No eggs or flour needed!
When you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to turn on the oven, this cookie dough dip is here to save the day. It’s everything you love about chocolate chip cookie dough: soft, sweet, and full of rich brown sugar flavor. But in a creamy, scoopable form that’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or just grabbing a spoon.
This version skips the eggs and raw flour, so it’s safe and super simple. I like to add some finely ground oats to give it just a bit more cookie dough texture without changing the flavor or requiring heat-treating. A handful of mini chocolate chips makes it feel like a true cookie dough treat, and you can serve it with everything from pretzels to fresh fruit.
Why You’ll Love This Cookie Dough Dip Recipe
- Safe and no-fuss. There are no eggs or raw flour here, just simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Cookie dough flavor and texture. Brown sugar, vanilla, and finely ground oats give it that classic cookie dough taste with a smooth, slightly doughy consistency.
- Ready in minutes. No baking, no chilling before serving (unless you want to), and just one bowl.
- Perfect for sharing. It’s a guaranteed hit at parties, game nights, or whenever you want a sweet treat that’s easy to serve.
Key Ingredients
- Cream cheese – Gives the dip its smooth, creamy base with a little tang for balance. Be sure it’s fully softened so it blends easily.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create that familiar cookie dough flavor.
- Brown sugar – The signature flavor! Light or dark brown sugar will both work. Dark adds a bit more depth.
- Confectioners’ sugar – Helps smooth out the texture and adds sweetness without any graininess.
- Vanilla extract – A generous splash brings everything together.
- Salt – Just a pinch enhances the flavors.
- Finely ground oats – A simple way to mimic the texture of cookie dough without using flour. You can use quick oats or old-fashioned oats. Just blitz them in a food processor until powdery.
- Mini chocolate chips – For that classic cookie dough feel in every bite. Chopped chocolate works, too!
- Milk or cream (optional) – If you want a slightly softer consistency, especially after chilling, you can stir in a splash before serving.
How to Make Cookie Dough Dip
Beat the cream cheese and butter. Let both come to room temperature so they blend smoothly. If they’re too cold, your dip may end up lumpy. Use a hand or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese and butter together until light and smooth. This gives the dip a creamy base and helps it feel light rather than dense.
Add the next ingredients. Brown sugar adds that signature cookie dough flavor, while confectioners’ sugar sweetens without grittiness. Vanilla enhances the flavor, and salt balances the sweetness. The oats give the dip a subtle cookie dough texture with no heat-treating needed. It’s just enough to mimic that soft, doughy bite.
Fold in the chocolate chips. Mini chips or chopped chocolate work best for even distribution, so you get a little in every bite.
Adjust the texture if needed. If the dip feels too thick, especially after chilling, stir in a splash of milk or cream until it’s just right for dipping or spreading.
Serve or chill. You can serve it right away for a softer dip or chill it briefly if you prefer it a bit firmer. Either way, top with extra chocolate chips before serving if you’d like a little extra flair.
Tips for Success
- Use room temperature ingredients. Cold cream cheese or butter can make the dip lumpy. Let them soften for the smoothest texture.
- Grind the oats finely. A food processor or high-speed blender works well. The finer the texture, the more seamlessly they blend into the dip.
- Chill for firmer texture. The dip firms up a bit as it chills. If you prefer a thicker consistency (or are making it ahead), just place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or more.
- Soften again if needed. If the dip is too stiff straight from the fridge, let it sit at room temp for 10–15 minutes or stir in a splash of milk or cream.
- Top it off. Before serving, sprinkle on more mini chocolate chips, a few chopped cookies, or even a pinch of flaky salt for a little contrast.
Variations
- Add peanut butter. Swirl in a few tablespoons of creamy peanut butter for a cookie dough-meets-peanut butter cup vibe.
- Mix in mini M&Ms or rainbow sprinkles. Give it a funfetti twist. Perfect for birthdays or summer celebrations!
- Use flavored chips. Try white chocolate, butterscotch, or a mix of chips for a fun change.
- Serve it as a dip or a spread. It’s perfect with dippers, but it also makes a fun topping for brownies, cupcakes, or pancakes!
What to Serve with Cookie Dough Dip
This sweet dip is super versatile. Pair it with a mix of dippers for a fun and festive dessert spread. Here are some of my favorites:
- Pretzels – A little salty, a little sweet. Great contrast!
- Graham crackers – Classic pairing with that cookie dough flavor.
- Vanilla wafers – Buttery and just the right size for scooping.
- Animal crackers – A nostalgic, kid-friendly option.
- Shortbread cookies – Rich, buttery, and perfect for dipping.
- Strawberries or apple slices – Add a fresh element to balance the richness.
- Mini chocolate chip cookies – For the ultimate cookie-on-cookie experience.
This also makes a great addition to a dessert board or sweet snack platter. Just add a small bowl of dip in the center and surround it with your favorite dippers.
How to Store
Store cookie dough dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It will firm up as it chills, so let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to soften slightly. If needed, stir in a splash of milk or cream to loosen the texture.
You can also make it a day ahead! It’s a great prep-ahead option for parties or get-togethers.
Freezing isn’t recommended, as the texture may change once thawed.
The Easiest Way to Satisfy a Cookie Dough Craving
If you’re looking for an easy no-bake treat that everyone will love, this cookie dough dip is a guaranteed hit. It’s quick to make, fun to serve, and just the right mix of nostalgic and indulgent. Whether you’re planning a party, game night, or just want something sweet without turning on the oven, this dip has you covered. Keep it simple with a few dippers or go all out with a dessert board. It’s hard to go wrong!
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Cookie Dough Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup (67 g) firmly packed brown sugar, light or dark
- 3 tablespoons finely ground oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- 3/4 cup (82 g) 82g confectioners’ sugar
- 2/3 cup mini chocolate chips, plus more for garnish
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Instructions
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the brown sugar, oats, vanilla, and salt, mixing well.
- Mix in the confectioners’ sugar until combined. Then, stir in the chocolate chips.
- Chill slightly or serve immediately. Top with extra chocolate chips, if you like.
Notes
- Oats: You can use quick oats or old-fashioned oats. Just grind them finely in a food processor or high-speed blender until powdery.
- Chocolate chips: Mini chips mix in more easily, but chopped chocolate or another variety of baking chips will also work.
- Texture: The dip will firm up a bit if chilled. If you’d like a softer texture, stir in a splash of milk or cream.
- Make-ahead: You can make this a day ahead and refrigerate it until ready to serve. Tightly covered, it should keep up to 4 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften slightly.
