How to Make Teddy Bear Cookies Out of Cookie Dough
These bear cookies are the kind of treat that feels way harder than it is. But surprise, they’re actually super simple. This is a low-effort, high-cuteness cookie recipe made with store-bought dough and zero piping bags in sight. This post contains affiliate links.
Think soft sugar cookies that look like tiny teddy bears without needing a design degree. These are sweet little cookies perfect for birthdays, rainy afternoons, or anytime you want cute cookies to make with kids.
The Only Kind of Bear I Want in My Kitchen
Making adorable treats is fun, but they need to be easy too. This recipe skips the complicated steps and still gives you the cutest little bear faces. If it’s shaped like an animal and doesn’t take all day, it’s going on the baking list.
For more unique cookies without all the stress, you’ll probably like banana split cookies or these clam cookies.
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Directions
Step 1 – Prep the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2 – Slice the dough
Cut both cookie doughs into rounds. Sugar cookie dough makes light bears and chocolate chip dough makes the brown ones.
Step 3 – Add ears and snout
Roll small dough balls for ears and attach two to each round. Use a slightly larger dough ball for the snout. Match the colors however you like for contrast.
Step 4 – Bake
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes or follow the instructions on the dough packaging. They should be just golden on the edges.
Step 5 – Add the faces
Let cookies cool just enough to handle. Press in two chocolate chips for eyes and one for the nose.
Similar Recipes
If you love easy animal cookies like these, you’ll also want to try cow Valentine’s cookies, unicorn face cupcakes, and homemade gummy bears. These fun recipes keep things stress-free and cute.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Add mini candy eyes or sprinkles for extra character
- Use mini chocolate chips if you make smaller bears
- Shape smaller cookies and bake for less time
Tools you’ll need
Here are some kitchen tools you’ll need for this recipe.
Storage
Let the cookies cool completely before storing. Place them in an airtight container and keep at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Tips & Tricks
- Chill dough if it gets too soft while shaping
- Add chocolate chips before the cookies cool all the way
- Avoid overbaking to keep bears soft and chewy
Recipe FAQs
Cookie Dough Bear Cookies
Equipment
- Parchment Paper
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Ingredients
- 16.5 oz chocolate chip cookie dough
- 16.5 oz sugar cookie dough
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice dough into rounds. Arrange rounds on baking sheet.16.5 oz chocolate chip cookie dough, 16.5 oz sugar cookie dough
- Add ears using opposite dough. Press gently.
- Add small dough ball as snout at center.
- Add small contrasting dough dots to ears.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool slightly, then press chocolate chips for eyes and nose.¼ cup chocolate chips
Notes
- Use refrigerated dough immediately for best results.
- Do not overbake; edges lightly browned is enough.
- Decorations hold better if added on warm (not hot) cookies.
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