Best 5 Back To School Lunch Box Cookies Recipes

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Back-to-school season is upon us, and that means packing lunches for the kids. Cookies are a classic lunchbox treat, but not all cookies are created equal. Some are too hard, some are too soft, and some just don't taste very good. If you're looking for a cookie recipe that's perfect for packing in a lunchbox, look no further. This article will provide you with a few of the best recipes for back-to-school lunch box cookies that are easy to make, delicious, and will stay fresh all day long.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LUNCHBOX COOKIES



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A whole grain cookie that has the goodness of chocolate chips in every bite to satisfy your chocolate craving.

Provided by Cheerios

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
½ cup 5-grain hot cereal mix
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, oats, 5-grain cereal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Mix butter with white and brown sugar in a separate large bowl until mixture is smooth and creamy. Beat eggs into creamed mixture with an electric mixer until thoroughly combined. Gradually beat dry ingredients into moist ingredients to make a dough. Stir chocolate chips into dough. Drop batter by heaping teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, keeping cookies about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 93.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

BACK-TO-SCHOOL COOKIES



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These hearty treats are great for an after-school snack or to share with friends. With a glass of cold milk, they're an irresistible snack. -Frances Pierce, Waddington, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter-flavored shortening
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
4 large egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups crisp rice cereal
1-1/2 cups chopped nuts
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup quick-cooking oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in egg whites and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cereal, nuts, coconut and oats. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden browned, 7-8 minutes. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BACK TO SCHOOL COOKIES



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Send the kids to school with these delicious banana raspberry and coconut cookies! This recipe is simple to make and perfect for lunch boxes!

Provided by my lovely little lunch box

Categories     Cookies

Time 27m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup (80 ml) coconut oil, melted and slightly cooled
1/2 cup (85 grams) CSR Unrefined Coconut Sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 egg
2 large extra ripe bananas, mashed
1 1/4 cups (190 grams) wholemeal (whole wheat) flour
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/4 cups (125 grams) rolled (traditional) oats
1 cup (100 grams) shredded coconut
3/4 cup (125 grams) raspberries (fresh or frozen)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 160 C (320 F) and line a tray with baking paper. Set aside.
  • Place the coconut oil, coconut sugar, vanilla, egg and mashed bananas into a large bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Add the wholemeal flour, salt, baking powder, oats and shredded coconut and using a wooden spoon stir to combine.
  • Gently fold through the raspberries.
  • Use an ice-cream scoop or ¼ measuring cup to shape cookies. Arrange cookies on prepared tray.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and 'set'. Allow cookies to cool on tray. Enjoy x

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 195, Sugar 9.6 g, Sodium 54.2 mg, Fat 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg

LUNCHBOX COOKIES



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These cookies are wonderful to add to a lunch box or to have after school. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (February 1987)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 2/3 cups oatmeal
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
10 tablespoons butter or 10 tablespoons margarine, room temperature
1/2 cup peanut butter (I prefer chunky)
2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1 1/3 cups white sugar
2 eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/3 cups peanuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325-degrees F.
  • Spead oats on baking sheet and toast in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until oats are golden brown, stirring occassinally. Set aside.
  • Increase oven temperature to 350-degrees F.
  • Combine flour, orange peel, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl cream butter and peanut butter until light.
  • Add sugars (brown and white) and beat until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time and continue beating. Stir in vanilla.
  • Fold in flour mixture.
  • Fold in browned oatmeal and peanuts.
  • Drop batter onto baking sheets by tablespoons, spacing 3-inches apart. Flatten cookies slightly with a fork making criss-cross lines on the cookies.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until done (cookies will begin to brown around edges).
  • Cool in pans for 5 minutes before transferring cookies to racks to finish cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1676.2, Fat 68.5, SaturatedFat 30.8, Cholesterol 225.8, Sodium 1724.9, Carbohydrate 242.8, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 141.3, Protein 31.4

BACK-TO-SCHOOL COOKIES



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I made these cookies for the first time when my oldest daughter started kindergarten and now I have to bake them every year when it's time for 'back to school!'

Provided by barbara

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 4h12m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ cup heavy cream
1 pinch salt
½ cup confectioners' sugar, or as needed
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or as needed
assorted food coloring

Steps:

  • Beat white sugar and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract and beat until well mixed. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt and stir into the creamed butter mixture alternately with the heavy cream until dough is evenly mixed. Chill dough in refrigerator, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll cookie dough on a floured work surface. Cut dough into strips about 2 1/2 inches long and about as thick as a pencil, forming one end into a point. Arrange "pencils" on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 12 to 14minutes. Transfer parchment paper with cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Mix enough confectioners' sugar and lemon juice together in a bowl to form a thick icing. Divide icing among several small bowls and mix different colors of food coloring into each bowl.
  • Decorate "pencil" cookies with colored icing so they look like colored pencils. Allow icing to dry completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 72.5 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: To save time in the morning, measure and pack dry ingredients, such as flour, sugar, and baking soda, into individual baggies or containers the night before.
  • Choose the Right Container: Use airtight containers to keep cookies fresh and prevent them from crumbling. Look for containers that are specifically designed for lunch boxes, as they are often smaller and easier to pack.
  • Add Some Variety: Offer a variety of cookies to keep your child's lunch interesting. Try different flavors, such as chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, and double chocolate.
  • Consider Special Dietary Needs: If your child has any food allergies or dietary restrictions, be sure to choose recipes that are safe for them to eat. You can also find recipes that are gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan.
  • Make It Fun: Encourage your child to help you bake the cookies. This is a great way to spend time together and create lasting memories.
  • Pack a Cold Pack: If you're packing perishable ingredients, such as cream cheese or fresh fruit, include a cold pack to keep them cool until lunchtime.

Conclusion:

With a little planning and preparation, you can easily pack delicious and nutritious cookies for your child's lunch box. These homemade treats are a great way to show your child how much you care and to make their lunchtime a little bit sweeter.

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