These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hearts are rich, soft, and completely irresistible. Made with safe-to-eat cookie dough, shaped into cute hearts, and coated in smooth melted chocolate, they’re the perfect no-bake Valentine’s Day treat. Sweet, simple, and guaranteed to disappear fast, these cookie dough hearts are ideal for gifting, parties, or a cozy dessert platter.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 12 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate (for coating)
- Valentine sprinkles (optional)
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Heat-Treat the Flour
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread flour on a baking sheet and bake for 5–7 minutes. Let cool completely before using.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Mix in the cooled flour and milk until a soft dough forms. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
Step 4: Shape the Hearts
Roll dough between parchment paper to about ½-inch thickness. Cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter. Place on a lined baking sheet and freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
Step 5: Dip in Chocolate
Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Dip each chilled heart into melted chocolate, coating fully.
Step 6: Decorate and Set
Place coated hearts back onto parchment paper. Immediately add sprinkles if using. Let set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
Cooking Notes
- Always heat-treat flour to make the dough safe to eat
- Chill dough hearts well before dipping to keep their shape
- Use a fork or dipping tool for clean chocolate coating
- Tap gently to remove excess chocolate
- Let chocolate set fully before stacking or packaging
Variations
- Use dark or white chocolate instead of milk chocolate for coating
- Add pink or red food coloring to white chocolate for a Valentine look
- Mix crushed Oreos or Valentine sprinkles into the dough
- Fill with peanut butter chips instead of chocolate chips
- Drizzle with contrasting chocolate for a bakery-style finish
Tips
- Mini chocolate chips work best for smooth cutting
- If dough is sticky, chill briefly before rolling
- Store finished hearts in parchment-lined containers
- Add sprinkles immediately before chocolate sets
- Use silicone molds for faster shaping if desired
Serving Suggestions
- Arrange on a Valentine dessert board
- Package in clear treat bags with ribbon for gifts
- Serve with strawberries or raspberries
- Pair with hot chocolate or coffee
- Perfect for parties, bake sales, or homemade gifts
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes (flour heat-treating)
Total Time: 30 minutes + chilling
FAQs
Is this cookie dough safe to eat?
Yes, the flour is heat-treated and there are no eggs.
Can I freeze cookie dough hearts?
Yes, freeze uncoated or coated hearts for up to 2 months.
What chocolate works best for dipping?
Melting wafers or high-quality chocolate bars give the smoothest finish.
Can I make these without a cutter?
Yes, shape by hand or use silicone heart molds.
Do these need refrigeration?
They keep best refrigerated, especially in warm weather.
Conclusion
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hearts are an easy, no-bake Valentine’s Day treat that looks adorable and tastes amazing. With their creamy cookie dough center and chocolate shell, they’re perfect for sharing love one bite at a time.