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Yum-Yum cookie dough

Yum-Yum cookie dough

Trader Joe's has just released Cookie Dough Ice Cream Bites, and they are blowing up on social media right now. These are frozen treats that flip the script: it’s vanilla ice cream on the inside, wrapped in a thick, chewy layer of chocolate chip cookie dough.

They cost $4.79 for a small bag that comes with 12 pieces. People are obsessed because of the "inverse" ratio—meaning you get way more of that sweet, doughy shell than the ice cream center.

Inside the Bites

They are roughly the same size as TJ’s famous mochi ice cream, but obviously, they use cookie dough instead of rice flour. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Ingredients: The outer layer is a classic cookie base (flour, sugar, palm oil, and chips). The middle is standard vanilla ice cream.
  • Per Piece: 60 calories, 2.5g of fat, 7g of carbs, and 4g of sugar.
  • Pro-Tip: The bag says 12 servings, but most people say three bites are the sweet spot because they are super rich.

The Verdict

Early feedback is extremely positive, with fans calling the contrasting textures "dangerously good." But be warned: these things are selling out fast. People are reporting that they buy multiple bags at once just to keep their freezers stocked.

One final warning: Since they are so small, these things melt fast! If you grab a bag, make sure you eat them immediately after taking them out of the freezer.

Based on a recent poll, these are the favorite snacks from Trader Joe's. Which is your favorite, and where do the cookie dough bites rank?

What is the ultimate Trader Joe's snack?

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