Cookie Dough Moonshine Recipe
If you’ve ever snuck a spoonful of cookie dough straight from the bowl (who hasn’t?), this one’s for you.
Cookie Dough Moonshine is creamy, sweet, and packed with vanilla, brown sugar, and chocolate chip flavor — basically liquid cookie dough with a kick.
It’s a dessert drink that’s fun, giftable, and way too easy to sip.
Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for authentic dough flavor)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 cups vanilla vodka
- 1 to 1½ cups Everclear (adjust to taste)
Optional: Add 1 tablespoon flour (to mimic the “raw dough” flavor) — toasted in a pan to make it safe to eat, of course.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Blender (optional for ultra-smooth finish)
- Fine mesh strainer
- Mason jars or glass bottles
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookie Base
In a saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, whole milk, and sweetened condensed milk.
Whisk gently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm — do not boil.
Optional: Toast 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour in a dry pan and add it here if you want that raw dough depth.
Step 2: Add Flavor
Remove from heat. Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
Let the mixture cool slightly.
Step 3: Blend in Chocolate Chips
Pour the cooled mixture into a blender. Add the mini chocolate chips and pulse just a few times — enough to slightly break them up but not fully purée them.
Note: If you want zero texture, skip the chips or strain after blending.
Step 4: Add the Alcohol
Once cool, add the vanilla vodka and Everclear. Stir or blend again until smooth.
Step 5: Bottle and Chill
Strain through a fine mesh strainer (if needed), and pour into clean mason jars or bottles.
Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 12 hours before serving.
Storing and Serving
- Refrigeration: Store in the fridge. Best consumed within 2 weeks.
- Shake Before Serving: Always shake well before pouring — especially if chocolate chips were used.
- Serving Ideas:
- Serve chilled in shot glasses
- Top with whipped cream and mini chips
- Blend with ice cream for a boozy cookie dough milkshake
Final Thoughts
Cookie Dough Moonshine is rich, nostalgic, and just the right kind of over-the-top.
It’s a drinkable dessert that brings back memories of licking the spoon — with a grown-up twist.
Perfect for gifting, holiday parties, or sipping whenever you want something sweet and boozy.
Cheers!