Is it safe to eat raw cookie dough?

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Regardless of how good cookie dough tastes, raw eggs can harbor bacteria that cause food poisoning and young children are more susceptible.

To make sure your cookies are tasty and safe, follow these steps:

Wait until cookies are fully baked before digging in.
Don't lick beaters, spoons or bowls.
Wash your hands before starting your cookie making, immediately after you've handled raw eggs and when you've finished.

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Food Poisoning

When food starts to rot it develops bacteria, breeds viruses, and may be infested with parasites. These or the toxins they produce may cause food poisoning. Care in putting away leftovers and tossing out questionable food will protect you. Some of the bacteria can be quite dangerous, including salmonella and E. coli. Several years ago, e coli infections traced to improperly cleaned lettuce resulted in severe illness and forced the closure of the Chi-Chi's restaurant chain.

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