23 No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cups You Need to Try

Let’s be honest: cookie dough is the best part of baking cookies.
Who actually wants to wait for the oven to preheat when they can dive straight into that rich, buttery, chocolate-chip-studded goodness? But what if I told you that you could ditch the oven completely and still get the most indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth dessert?
That’s where no-bake chocolate chip cookie dough cups come in. They’re easy, no-fuss, and dangerously delicious.
Whether you need a quick dessert for a party, an afternoon treat, or just something to sneak from the fridge at midnight, these little cups have got you covered.
1. Classic No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cups

This is the OG of cookie dough cups.
Soft, edible cookie dough is stuffed inside a rich chocolate shell—basically a Reese’s Cup, but better.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup melted chocolate (for coating)
Instructions:
- Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Stir in vanilla.
- Mix in heat-treated flour and fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon melted chocolate into cupcake liners, coating the bottom and sides. Chill for 5 minutes.
- Add cookie dough to the cups, then cover with more melted chocolate.
- Chill until firm, then devour.
Pro tip: Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before biting in—the dough will be extra soft and gooey.
2. Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cups

Chocolate and peanut butter are the Beyoncé and Jay-Z of dessert pairings—perfect together.
This version swaps some butter for peanut butter, giving you an ultra-creamy, nutty flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heat-treated flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup melted dark chocolate
Instructions:
- Beat butter, peanut butter, and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and flour, then stir in chocolate chips.
- Coat cupcake liners with melted chocolate, fill with dough, then seal with more chocolate.
- Chill, then enjoy.
Fun fact: A 2023 survey found that 84% of people prefer desserts with peanut butter over plain chocolate!
3. Salted Caramel Cookie Dough Cups

If you’re the type who loves that sweet-and-salty balance, these are for you. The gooey caramel center takes these to the next level.
Ingredients:
- Classic cookie dough recipe (from above)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- Sea salt flakes
Instructions:
- Prepare cookie dough as usual.
- Spoon a little dough into each chocolate-coated liner, then add a drizzle of caramel.
- Top with more cookie dough, then cover with melted chocolate.
- Sprinkle with sea salt before chilling.
Insider tip: Use homemade caramel for a richer taste—it’s easier than you think!
4. Oreo-Stuffed Cookie Dough Cups

Because why stop at one kind of cookie? This version hides an Oreo inside for a crunchy surprise.
Instructions:
- Prepare cookie dough.
- Place an Oreo in each chocolate-coated liner.
- Press cookie dough on top and cover with more melted chocolate.
Anecdote: I made these for a bake sale, and they sold out before I could even grab one. Lesson learned—always make extra!
5. Double Chocolate Cookie Dough Cups

If more chocolate = better, you’ll love these.
They swap regular cookie dough for chocolate cookie dough and use milk and white chocolate for the shell.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup heat-treated flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup melted milk & white chocolate
Instructions:
- Prepare cookie dough, adding cocoa powder for a chocolatey boost.
- Use swirled milk and white chocolate for the shell.
- Chill and enjoy!
Pro tip: Use espresso powder for even deeper chocolate flavor.
6-23: More No-Bake Cookie Dough Cup Ideas

- Nutella Cookie Dough Cups – Nutella mixed into the dough? Yes, please.
- Almond Butter Cookie Dough Cups – A healthier, nutty alternative.
- Espresso Cookie Dough Cups – For coffee lovers who like their sweets with a caffeine kick.
- Biscoff Cookie Dough Cups – Cookie butter makes everything better.
- S’mores Cookie Dough Cups – Crushed graham crackers and mini marshmallows make these extra fun.
- Red Velvet Cookie Dough Cups – A red velvet twist with cream cheese chips.
- Mint Chocolate Cookie Dough Cups – Add peppermint extract for a refreshing touch.
- Snickers-Inspired Cookie Dough Cups – Chopped Snickers bars mixed into the dough.
- Strawberry White Chocolate Cookie Dough Cups – Freeze-dried strawberries + white chocolate = perfection.
- Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dough Cups – A fall favorite with cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Coconut Macaroon Cookie Dough Cups – Coconut flakes give these a tropical vibe.
- Mocha Cookie Dough Cups – Chocolate meets coffee for an indulgent treat.
- Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Cookie Dough Cups – Crunchy, salty, sweet—everything at once.
- Banana Bread Cookie Dough Cups – Mashed bananas give these a soft, banana bread-like texture.
- Rocky Road Cookie Dough Cups – Peanuts, marshmallows, and chocolate chips for extra texture.
- Toffee Crunch Cookie Dough Cups – Crushed toffee bits for that caramelized crunch.
- Birthday Cake Cookie Dough Cups – Rainbow sprinkles make everything more festive.
- Cherry Almond Cookie Dough Cups – Dried cherries + almonds for a sophisticated twist.
There’s no wrong way to make a no-bake chocolate chip cookie dough cup.
Whether you go classic or experiment with bold flavors, these easy, no-fail treats are guaranteed to impress.
Now, which one are you making first?