Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge Recipe (2024)

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Karly Campbell

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This cookie dough fudge is such a hit with everyone who tries it!
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Guys. I know.

You’re thinking fudge is a Christmas thing.

Well, I’m here to tell you that isn’t true. You can make and eat fudge any time of year. I mean, you’re an adult. You make the rules. Isn’t that how it works?

We have to pay bills and do adult-y things. We should totally get to eat fudge for breakfast 5 days a week.

I thought this Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge from The Cookie Dough Lover’s Cookbook (love this book!) would be pretty much perfect for Valentine’s Day. Or a Tuesday. Or a Sunday. Or a…well, yeah. Any day. I mean, fudge is fudge. Just enjoy it.

Other recipes that you can make at any time of the year, without judgement from me? Cookies and Cream Fudge.White Chocolate Fudge <—It’s loaded with pretzels. And of course pretty much anything else ever, because I don’t follow the rules. I make the rules. And the rules are that there are no rules. Pumpkin at Easter. Reese’s Eggs at Christmas. Whatever. #RebelWithoutACause

This easy fudge recipe tastes like cookie dough!

You’ll notice this recipe says to use 4 to 5 cups of powdered sugar. The texture of the fudge will change depending on how much sugar you use. If you’d like a firmer fudge that you can serve at room temperature, use the full 5 cups. If you’d like a softer fudge that isn’t quite as sweet, use 4 cups and serve it straight from the fridge.

I prefer this to be less sweet and serve it from the fridge. Either way, this recipe is going to have a lot of sugar, so you’ll want to cut these into itty bitty pieces. You can always eat two, right? Like I said, you’re the boss.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge

This fudge is a cookie dough lover's dream! Be sure to cut the pieces small as they are intensely sweet and rich!

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Ingredients

For the cookie dough:

  • 1/2 cup butter room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons half and half
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

For the fudge:

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup half and half
  • 4-5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Line an 8x8 baking dish with foil, leaving a 1 inch overhang. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.

  • To prepare the cookie dough, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

  • Beat in the vanilla, salt, and half and half.

  • Stir in the flour until incorporated. Set aside.

  • To make the fudge base, combine the brown sugar, butter, salt, and half and half in a saucepan. Stir over medium low heat until the butter has melted and the brown sugar is dissolved.

  • Remove from the heat and slowly stir in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Stir in the vanilla.

  • Add the cookie dough to the fudge base and stir to combine. Mix in the chocolate chips.

  • Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Chill until set, at least 3 hours. Keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 74kcal (4%)| Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)| Fat: 2g (3%)| Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)| Cholesterol: 7mg (2%)| Sodium: 28mg (1%)| Potassium: 5mg| Sugar: 10g (11%)| Vitamin A: 85IU (2%)| Calcium: 6mg (1%)| Iron: 0.1mg (1%)

Author: Karly Campbell

Course:Dessert

Cuisine:American

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  1. mimi @ culinary couture says

    I’ve actually never made fudge, but THIS I have to make!

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  2. Liz says

    This looks great Karly. I’ve never made fudge before so this recipe might have to be my first one to try!

    Reply

  3. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says

    Stop. Just stop. This will be the end of me.

    Reply

  4. Joanne says

    I’m of the opinion that fudge should be an every meal treat. It’s just so good! And chocolate chip cookie dough…swoon.

    Reply

  5. Meghan @ The Tasty Fork says

    You’re right, I am an adult and I can eat fudge whenever I please!! Looks great, Karly!!

    Reply

  6. Amber (Sprinkled With Flour) says

    You know, I don’t ever make fudge, and I have no idea why when there’s recipes like this one to try out. I’m loving how decadent it looks. Yum!

    Reply

  7. Jessica L. @ The Lamppost says

    This looks awesome! I’ve been wanting to pick up her cookbook for a while, and maybe I just have to now!

    Reply

  8. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

    I can’t even begin to tell you how much I want that cookbook. This fudge looks amazing!

    Reply

  9. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    Fudge is definitely an all year thing around here. Why should Christmas get all teh fudge fun? I know I couldn’t be trusted around this…cookie dough in fudge? Where are my fat pants???

    Reply

  10. Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says

    Seriously! Can it get any better than this! Delicious!

    Reply

  11. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says

    Come to mamaaaaaa.

    Reply

  12. shelly (cookies and cups) says

    I believe I could survive on this and only this.

    Reply

  13. danielle says

    That would be dangerous in my house – I might eat it all!

    Reply

  14. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    Fudge should be made and eaten year round. Just sayin! This looks totally yummy.

    Reply

  15. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

    Ive seen this recipe in Lindsay’s book and purposely not made it. I would enjoy these a wee bit too much. Great job, Karly!

    Reply

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FAQs

How to make store-bought chocolate chip cookie dough taste like homemade? ›

Add brown sugar

Adding it to the pre-made dough will give it more sweetness, a chewier texture, moisture and that homemade flavor you're craving. You can also melt butter with brown sugar and incorporate it into the dough for extra tender, chewier cookies.

Is chocolate chip cookie dough a hom*ogeneous mixture? ›

If the composition of a material is not completely uniform, then it is heterogeneous (e.g., chocolate chip cookie dough, blue cheese, and dirt). Mixtures that appear to be hom*ogeneous are often found to be heterogeneous after microscopic examination.

Why are my chocolate chip cookies hard and not chewy? ›

According to The Kitchn, this occurs when you over-mix the dough. Mixing the dough naturally causes gluten to develop in the flour, and while you do need a good amount of gluten to give your cookies structure, too much of it will result in hard cookies.

Is cookie dough a mechanical mixture or solution? ›

Chocolate chip cookie dough is an example of a mechanical mixture because it is a heterogeneous mixture with distinct, visible components.

How do you upgrade store bought chocolate chip cookie dough? ›

I'm a former pastry cook, and I think premade cookie dough makes a low-effort but delicious dessert. Switch things up by baking the dough in a cast-iron skillet or microwaving it in a mug. Adding extra chocolate, chopped nuts, coarse salt, or marshmallows can make cookies even better.

What can you add to store bought cookie dough to make it better? ›

Some premade cookie dough can have a processed, almost chemical-like aftertaste, but you can mask it by adding extra flavor extracts to your dough. You can use a splash of vanilla extract or try other variations, like almond extract or mint extract, to change up the flavors of your cookies.

What is the secret to chewy cookies? ›

Cornstarch helps product soft and thick cookies. Using more brown sugar than white sugar results in a moister, softer cookie. An extra egg yolk increases chewiness.

What does adding egg yolk to cookies do? ›

A cookie made with extra egg yolk (or, in this case, only egg yolk), will be lighter and chewier than a cookie made with whole eggs. The cookies will also have a richer flavor thanks to the added fat in egg yolk.

How to get cookies golden brown? ›

Here's the fix: Increase your baking soda by ¼-½ teaspoon (as Hall explained to me, this ingredient aids in browning), and crank your oven up to 450°. In about 6-7 minutes, your cookies are going to be baked just enough, while also boasting a caramelized, golden brown sheen.

Is cookie dough supposed to be thick? ›

Even cooking: A thick cookie dough ensures the cookie holds its shape during the baking process. Cookie batter that is too thin will spread as it cooks or can result in parts of the cookie baking before others, leaving areas underbaked, overbaked, or even burnt.

Is garbage in a garbage can a solution? ›

Final answer:

A pane of clear glass is a solution, chocolate chip ice cream is a heterogeneous mixture, clear apple juice is a solution, a pizza is a heterogeneous mixture, and garbage in a garbage can is a heterogeneous mixture.

Is coffee a mixture? ›

Coffee is a hom*ogeneous mixture.

Coffee is composed of solutes and a solvent. It can be classified as a solution as one of the solutes are caffeine and other acids produced from the roasting of coffee beans. In addition, sugar can also be present as the solute. It is an aqueous mixture wherein water is the solvent.

How do you make packaged cookies taste homemade? ›

  1. Add spice to your dough. ...
  2. Punch up the flavor of your cookies by adding extracts. ...
  3. Before baking, roll the dough in a garnish of your choice. ...
  4. Stir nuts right into the dough for an added crunch. ...
  5. Add in your favorite savory snacks, like chips or pretzels. ...
  6. Top your cookies with flaked sea salt.
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How do you make store bought cookies taste fresh? ›

All you have to do is pop it in the oven for one minute at 300 degrees Fahrenheit, and your cookie should already taste better than when you bought it. Not only will it be warm and smell delicious, but any chocolate chips should be slightly melted, making for a gooier cookie.

How do you moisten dry chocolate chip cookie dough? ›

To avoid this, try using as little flour as possible while preparing to roll your dough. Dry – “Dry” or “Crumbly” dough is a product of over-mixing or using too much of any ingredient during the mixing process. This can be reversed by adding one to two tablespoons of liquid (water, milk or softened butter) to your mix.

How do you make store bought cookies moist? ›

You've got two options: the microwave or a terra cotta disc. Warm cookies are soft cookies, and the microwave can help revive a cookie. Wrap a cookie or two in a slightly damp paper towel and microwave on 50% power for 10 seconds. Repeat if necessary, being sure the paper towel isn't too wet.

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