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100-Calorie Sugar Cookie Dough Bites - Small Treats With Big Flavor

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup heat-treated all-purpose flour (see instructions below)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (2% or 5%)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (optional, but highly recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or unsweetened almond), as needed
  • 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or white chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat-treat the flour. Spread 1 to 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 7–10 minutes, stirring once, until the flour reaches 165°F (74°C). Let it cool completely. This step reduces the risk of bacteria in raw flour.
  2. Cream the base. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 1–2 minutes. A hand mixer makes this quick, but a sturdy spatula works too.
  3. Add flavor and moisture. Mix in the Greek yogurt, vanilla, almond extract (if using), and salt. Stir until well combined and silky.
  4. Work in the flour. Add the cooled, heat-treated flour. Stir until a dough forms. If the mixture feels crumbly, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until it’s soft and dough-like but not sticky.
  5. Fold in extras. Stir in sprinkles or mini white chocolate chips for that sugar cookie vibe. Keep it to about 2 tablespoons so the calories stay in check.
  6. Chill briefly. Refrigerate the dough for 15–20 minutes. This makes it easier to roll and gives the flavors time to settle.
  7. Portion evenly. Scoop the dough into 16 even pieces (about 1 tablespoon each). Roll into balls with your hands.
  8. Finish and serve. Enjoy right away, or chill for another 15 minutes for a firmer, fudgier texture. For a classic sugar cookie look, roll a few in a tiny pinch of granulated sugar just before serving.