Dessert

Red Velvet Edible Cookie Dough Recipe

ByThomas Greene February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Introduction

Red Velvet Edible Cookie Dough is a delightful, safe-to-eat treat that combines rich cocoa and classic red velvet flavors. Perfect for snacking, dessert toppings, or sharing straight from the bowl, this recipe is easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

The image shows a glass cup filled with a rich, deep red ice cream or sorbet that has a smooth but slightly crumbly texture. The top layer is rounded and sprinkled with small, dark brown chocolate chips that stick out from the vibrant red surface. The inside of the cup reveals the same red icy mixture with visible bits of chocolate chips scattered throughout. The cup is set on a white marbled texture with some chocolate chips scattered around it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 tablespoon red food coloring
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Heat treat the flour by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use a thermometer to ensure the flour reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety. Allow the flour to cool completely before using.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Add the milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until fully combined.
Step 4: Gradually add the cooled flour, cocoa powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until the flour mixture is fully incorporated and disappears.
Step 5: Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 6: Serve the edible cookie dough immediately in bowls, use it as a topping for ice cream or desserts, or enjoy it straight from the bowl with a spoon.

Tips & Variations

For added texture, try mixing in chopped nuts or white chocolate chips instead of mini chocolate chips.
If you prefer a less sweet dough, reduce the brown sugar by a tablespoon.
To make this recipe vegan, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative, use non-dairy milk, and ensure your chocolate chips are dairy-free.
Make sure the flour is fully cooled after heat-treating to avoid melting the butter when mixing.
Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red without altering the dough consistency.

Storage

Store any leftover edible cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Before serving, bring it to room temperature or enjoy it chilled. You can also freeze the dough for up to three months; thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before eating.

How to Serve

A close-up top view of a single scoop of deep red velvet ice cream with a smooth yet slightly crumbly texture, generously sprinkled with small dark brown chocolate chips scattered across and embedded in the surface, placed in a clear glass bowl on a white marbled texture. In the background, there is a blurred white bowl filled with more chocolate chips and some scattered chocolate chips around, creating a simple but rich visual contrast. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Is it safe to eat raw flour?

Raw flour can contain harmful bacteria, so it’s important to heat treat the flour before using it in any no-bake recipe. Baking the flour at 350°F until it reaches 165°F makes it safe to consume.

Can I make this cookie dough without food coloring?

Yes, you can omit the red food coloring if you prefer a natural color. The dough will look more like traditional chocolate cookie dough, but it will still taste delicious.