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Homemade cookie dough Calories
Energy-dense; contains sugar and fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Homemade cookie dough (18 g) has 82 calories. That works out to 455 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.5 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade cookie dough Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
82
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
10.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 5% · Fat 44%
Homemade cookie dough nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 82 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.84 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Homemade cookie dough?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 137 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 205 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 55 g | 250 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 455 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 501 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 1001 kcal |
Calculated from 455 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade cookie dough
Can you eat homemade cookie dough raw?
No, you should not eat homemade cookie dough made with raw flour and eggs. Raw flour can carry harmful bacteria, and uncooked eggs can carry Salmonella; bake the dough before eating it.
How do you make edible homemade cookie dough?
For edible homemade cookie dough, use flour that has been heat-treated and leave out raw eggs. Mix it with butter, sugar, and a little milk, then add chocolate chips if you like; this dough is for eating, not baking.
How do you heat-treat flour for homemade cookie dough?
Spread the flour in a thin layer and heat it in the oven until it reaches a safe temperature, then let it cool completely before using it in homemade cookie dough. Heating reduces risk from bacteria that may be present in raw flour.
How long does homemade cookie dough last in the fridge?
Homemade cookie dough with raw eggs is best used within about two days when kept covered and refrigerated promptly. Do not leave it sitting at room temperature; discard it if it has been left out for an extended time.
Can homemade cookie dough be frozen?
Yes, homemade cookie dough freezes well. Shape it into individual portions, freeze them until firm, then store them in an airtight freezer bag or container so you can bake only what you need.
Why should homemade cookie dough be chilled before baking?
Chilling homemade cookie dough firms the butter, which helps the cookies spread less in the oven. It also makes sticky dough easier to portion, and gives the flour time to absorb moisture.
Why does homemade cookie dough spread too much in the oven?
Homemade cookie dough often spreads too much when the butter is too warm or the dough has not been chilled. Chill the shaped portions before baking, and make sure the baking sheet is cool rather than warm.
Can you bake homemade cookie dough straight from the freezer?
Yes, you can usually bake frozen portions of homemade cookie dough without thawing them first. They may need extra time in the oven, so watch for the edges to set and brown rather than relying only on the original baking time.
How do you know when cookies made from homemade cookie dough are done?
Cookies made from homemade cookie dough are usually ready when their edges look set and lightly browned while the centers still seem a little soft. They continue to firm up on the hot baking sheet after you take them out.
Why is homemade cookie dough too sticky to roll or scoop?
Homemade cookie dough is often too sticky because the butter is warm or the dough needs chilling. Refrigerate it until firmer before scooping; adding too much extra flour can make the baked cookies dry.
Homemade cookie dough Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
32.4µg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
1.98µg · 4% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.38mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Homemade cookie dough Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade cookie dough
To burn the 82 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Homemade cookie dough?
Homemade cookie dough is a mixture usually made with flour, butter, sugar and eggs, then shaped and baked into cookies. Recipes vary by household, with additions such as vanilla, chocolate chips or nuts. Before baking, it is soft and sweet, with a buttery taste; once baked, it becomes the familiar crisp-edged or chewy cookie served with coffee, tea or a glass of milk in many English-speaking homes.
Because it contains plenty of sugar and fat, homemade cookie dough is energy-dense: it provides 455 calories per 100 g. For a lighter batch, you can use smaller portions and reduce the sugar or butter modestly. Although some recipes are designed to be eaten as edible dough, ordinary dough is best baked, since raw flour and eggs may carry food-safety risks.
How Nutritious Is Homemade cookie dough?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Homemade cookie dough Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Homemade cookie dough Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade cookie dough Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Homemade cookie dough Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34:1).
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