Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons almond milk
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
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Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and creamy. 
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Add vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract. 
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Mix dry ingredients: Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour, cocoa powder, and salt until combined. 
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Add almond milk: Pour in the almond milk and stir until a smooth, doughy consistency forms. 
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Fold in chocolate chips: Mix in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed. 
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Chill (optional): Chill the dough for 30 minutes if a firmer texture is desired. 
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Serve and enjoy! Scoop, serve, or snack straight from the bowl. 
Notes
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Heat-treat your flour: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals until it reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. 
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Vegan-friendly option: Use plant-based butter and non-dairy chocolate chips. 
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Add-ins: Try mixing in chopped nuts, peanut butter, marshmallows, or candy pieces for fun variations. 
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (optional)
- Category: Dessert / No-Bake Treat
- Method: No-Bake / Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
 
