Mormon Cookies
Chewy and healthy cookies! I add Kelloggs All Bran Bran Buds, coconut (shredded and toasted), chocolate chips for crunch.
Chewy and healthy cookies! I add Kelloggs All Bran Bran Buds, coconut (shredded and toasted), chocolate chips for crunch.
- Carbohydrate 48.1641410833333 g
- Cholesterol 16.0521666666667 mg
- Fat 11.6560482083333 g
- Fiber 2.91389676329866 g
- Protein 5.09488741666667 g
- Saturated Fat 1.13065155416667 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (79g)
- Sodium 26.4646791666667 mg
- Sugar 45.2502443200347 g
- Trans Fat 0.736814949999999 g
- Calories 311 calories
Step-by-step
- combine wet ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add dry ingredients.
- drop by large tablespoonfuls onto cookie sheets.
- Makes around 3 dozen or so.
- Bake 375 12 minutes
Molasses and high sugar percentages create a sticky dough that demands precise handling if you want chewy centers rather than scorched edges. Because liquid sweeteners retain moisture aggressively, baking these at 375 degrees Fahrenheit requires constant vigilance during the final two minutes of the twelve-minute bake time. Standard cookie sheets often warp under high heat, so heavy-gauge aluminum baking pans ensure even heat distribution across every single drop of dough.
Managing Moisture and Texture
Rolled oats absorb liquid slowly, meaning the batter thickens significantly if allowed to rest on the counter before portioning. Spelt flour can be substituted cup-for-cup for all-purpose flour, though it yields a slightly denser crumb due to lower gluten elasticity. To prevent burning on the bottom, double-pan your baking sheets by nesting two identical pans together to create an insulating air buffer.
Storage and Scaling
Transfer baked batches to a wire cooling rack immediately to halt residual cooking. Stored in an airtight container with a slice of plain white bread, these treats maintain their signature moisture profile for up to five days.
