Edible Brownie Batter Recipe

Name: Edible Brownie Batter Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, melted; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3-4 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy); 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)

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This edible brownie batter is easy, delicious, and ready in 10 minutes! It’s rich, fudgy, and perfect for satisfying your brownie dough craving. Plus, you can add endless toppings!

I love edible dough. My edible cookie dough bars and cookie dough bites are favorites. So, I mixed brownie and dough ideas to create this edible brownie dough!

This recipe is egg-free and doesn’t need an oven. You can add lots of fun mix-ins! It’s great for single portions or just grabbing your spoon.

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Why This Edible Brownie Batter Works

It’s made with brownie ingredients, tasting like batter but safe to eat!
Customize it with toppings or mix-ins. It’s fun for kids or birthday parties!
Make it with regular or vegan butter and milk.
It’s quick to make, in under 10 minutes.
The flour is heat-treated for safety.

Ingredients Needed

This recipe has just 8 simple ingredients! Here are a few notes about the ingredients:

Butter: Use regular or vegan butter. Measure it before melting.
Flour: I use all-purpose flour. You can also use white whole wheat flour for a healthier option. Try 1-1 Gluten Free baking flour and adjust milk as needed. Flour is heat-treated for safety.
Milk: Use any milk you like. Regular, cream, or vegan milk works.
Chocolate chips: Optional. Use any kind you like. I mix dark chocolate with mini chocolate chips. See more mix-in ideas below.

Step By Step Instructions

STEP ONE: Heat treat the flour (optional but recommended) by pouring it in a bowl and microwaving for 90-120 seconds or pour it on a baking tray and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes.

STEP TWO: Melt the butter in the microwave or over the stove, then whisk in the sugars. Add in vanilla extract.

STEP THREE: Add in the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Mix in 3 tablespoons of milk then add more, 1 tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

STEP FOUR: Stir in the chocolate or other add-ins if using, then dive in!

Fun Mix In Ideas

This edible brownie batter is great because you can change it up every time. It’s also super fun for kids to make. Just divide the batter into small bowls and let kids pick their toppings from different mix-ins.

Here are some fun ideas:

Chop up your favorite cookies and mix them into the batter (I like to use Oreos or graham crackers!)
Top the batter with sprinkles!
Chop up a chocolate bar (I love this dough mixed with peanut butter cups) and toss it with the brownie batter
Drizzle chocolate sauce or melted peanut butter on top
Take two cookies (like sugar cookies) and sandwich a scoop of the brownie batter between them to make a cookie sandwich
Mix in chopped walnuts or other nuts!

FAQ

Is it ok to eat raw brownie batter?

Traditional brownie recipes have raw eggs and flour, so they’re not safe to eat. But this batter is eggless and the flour is heat treated, making it safe to eat.

How do I heat treat flour?

To heat treat flour, measure out the amount in the recipe plus extra (about ⅓ cup for this recipe). Then microwave it in a bowl for 1-2 minutes. Or, pour it onto a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes at 350°F.

Is heat treated flour safe to eat?

Heat treating flour kills harmful bacteria, making it safe to eat. I strongly recommend heat treating your flour, especially if serving the batter at a party.

Can I make edible brownie batter using boxed brownie mix?

Yes! Using boxed brownie mix makes the recipe quicker. Just remember to heat treat the mix. Then, melt the butter, stir in the mix, and add milk until it looks right. You can then add mix-ins. Always check the ingredients for allergies.

Expert Tips

After heat treating the flour, let it cool before adding it to the wet ingredients.
If the dough seems too crumbly, add a bit more milk. If too much milk is added, just add another tablespoon of flour. The recipe is forgiving since it’s not baked.
The batter might be a bit grainy from the sugar, like regular brownie batter. Chilling the dough can help reduce this graininess a bit.
If you want to serve these in single serving jars, these work great.

Storage Instructions

Edible brownie batter can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. It will firm up in the fridge. So, I scoop out what I want and let it soften at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.

To freeze the brownie batter, form it into a ball then wrap it in plastic wrap. Place the ball of dough in a ziploc bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

You can also refrigerate it in smaller portions. Just follow the same process with smaller balls of dough. If the dough needs to harden, place it in the fridge for a few hours before freezing.

Thaw the batter in the fridge for a few hours. Then, take it out and let it soften at room temperature.