Best 5 Childrens Delight Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey as we embark on a quest to discover the ultimate recipe for "Children's Delight Cookies," a delectable treat that will captivate the hearts of little ones and grown-ups alike. These cookies promise an explosion of flavors, a perfect balance of textures, and an irresistible charm that will make them a staple in your family's baking repertoire. With a myriad of variations and techniques to explore, let us delve into the world of these enchanting cookies, uncovering the secrets to achieving that perfect bite that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HEART'S DELIGHT COOKIES



Heart's Delight Cookies image

"We serve these tender, pretty cookies for afternoon tea at the bed-and-breakfast my husband and I operate with my parents," notes Angela Everett of Port Arthur, Texas. "The bows make them look very special!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
3 cups sugar
3 eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
Coarse sugar, optional
54 ribbons (16 inches x 1/8 inch)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , On a heavily floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 4-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired., Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks. While cookies are still warm, poke two holes into each cookie with a straw. When cookies are completely cooled, thread ribbon through holes and tie into a bow; trim ribbon if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

NO BAKE - OAT DELIGHT COOKIES



No Bake - Oat Delight Cookies image

My mom used to make these cookies when we were kids, at Easter she would make a well in the centre and add jelly beans to look like birds nests.

Provided by Nicoleb

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 24-30 Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded coconut
3 cups rolled oats

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, cocoa, butter or marg and milk in large sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add vanilla, coconut and rolled oats, stir until all in coated in chocolate mixture.
  • Drop by the spoonful onto greased cookie sheet, etc and allow to cool before eating.
  • These cookies set up best if cooled in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.5, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 10.9, Sodium 31.8, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 17.1, Protein 2.3

CHERRY DELIGHT COOKIES



Cherry Delight Cookies image

This is my husband's favorite cookie. His late mother made these when he was a kid. They are good. My kids love them.

Provided by Cooking Mom of 7

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 48 cookies, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 drops red food coloring (optional)
1 (4 ounce) bottle maraschino cherries, including juice
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped dates
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Mix baking soda, salt and flour together. Set aside.
  • Cream together sugar and butter.
  • Beat in egg, vanilla and food coloring if using.
  • Stir in maraschino cherries (including juice), coconut, nuts, and dates.
  • Add dry ingredients.
  • Drop onto greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.
  • Enjoy.
  • Note: Depending on how much juice is in the cherries you may need to add additional flour otherwise the cookies will flatten way out when baked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1132, Fat 54.4, SaturatedFat 30.6, Cholesterol 144.4, Sodium 787.2, Carbohydrate 156.3, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 100, Protein 12.4

CHILDREN'S DELIGHT COOKIES



Children's Delight Cookies image

This was a favorite of my 6 children. It is easy to make and if the batch is too large, the recipe is easily cut in half.

Provided by Lenna Roe

Categories     Drop Cookies

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
3 cups raisins
2 cups shortening
8 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups white sugar
6 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Boil water and raisins together for 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cream sugar, shortening, eggs and vanilla until light. Pour in the warm raisin mixture, combining well. Stir in dry ingredients that have been combined and blend well.
  • Drop by tablespoonful on a lightly oiled cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.9 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 210.2 mg, Sugar 35.4 g

CHILDREN'S DELIGHT



Children's Delight image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups raisins
1 cup water
1 cup lard
2 cups sugar
3 eggs, beaten
1 tsp vanilla
4 cups sifted flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Cook raisins in water for 5 min. Cream lard and sugar. Add eggs, raisins, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls about 1 1/2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in moderate oven (350°F) for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove baked cookies from pan immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough: This will ensure that all of the cookies are the same size and shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting or decorating: This will help prevent the frosting from melting or running.
  • Get creative with your decorations: You can use sprinkles, candy, or even edible markers to make your cookies festive and fun.

Conclusion:

Children's Delight Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of flavors and decorating options, there's sure to be a cookie that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive treat, give these cookies a try! They're sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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