Best 8 Couch Potato Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of scrumptious treats, there exists a delectable creation known as "couch potato cookies." These heavenly morsels are the epitome of comfort food, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and texture that will transport you to a state of pure bliss. As you embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for couch potato cookies, let us guide you through the essential elements and techniques that will lead you to cookie-making perfection.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO CHIP CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
4 cups crushed potato chips (8 ounces), such as Lay's

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the vanilla and eggs and beat on medium speed until just combined. Add the flour, baking soda and salt, then mix on low speed until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and 2 cups of the crushed potato chips. Put the remaining 2 cups crushed potato chips in a shallow bowl.
  • Roll the dough into 2-inch balls, then roll them in the remaining potato chips so they are completely coated. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets and bake until golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

MASHED POTATO COOKIES



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Made to much mashed potatoes for supper, tired of having mashed potato cakes the next day.....then try this to use'em up. You'll be making extra potatoes just to make'em.

Provided by L DJ3309

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup molasses
1/2 cup butter
1 cup cold mashed potatoes
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In large saucepan heat molasses and butter til the butter melts.
  • Stir in the potatoes mixing til smooth, add dry ingredients, mix well.
  • Mix in walnuts.
  • Drop onto greased sheet, bake at 375' 10-12 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 915.4, Fat 43.2, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 62.1, Sodium 1024.5, Carbohydrate 125.3, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 48.6, Protein 12.2

MABLE'S POTATO COOKIES



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An easy rolled, refrigerator, no bake cookie!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 baking potato
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup peanut butter

Steps:

  • Boil unpeeled potato until soft. Let cool slightly then peel and mash.
  • Stir in confectioners' sugar into the mashed potato and mix until stiff. On a piece of waxed paper or plastic wrap roll out potato mixture into 1/4 inch thick rectangle. Spread peanut butter over entire area (adjust thickness to suit taste). Roll up jellyroll-fashion wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for few hours. Cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 100.1 mg, Sugar 41.3 g

COUCH POTATOES



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"These stuffed potatoes are a favorite," says Shary Geidner from Clear Lake, Iowa. "They're an easy meal-in-one." Plus, they're a great way to use up any extra ham, chili or baked potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large baking potatoes, baked
1 can (15 ounces) chili without beans
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut each potato in half lengthwise but not all the way through, leaving potato attached at the bottom. Push potatoes open and fluff pulp with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Top each with the chili, onions, mushrooms, ham and cheese. Cover and microwave on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

BUTTERY POTATO CHIP COOKIES



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Can't decide whether to bring chips or cookies to the tailgate? These crisp and buttery cookies make plenty for the crowd, and will keep people guessing the secret ingredient. -Rachel Roberts, Lemoore, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups crushed potato chips
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in potato chips and walnuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

POTATO CHIP COOKIES



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Crunchy, chewy, buttery, salty, and sweet, these addictive treats satisfy every last corner of your palate.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
4 cups coarsely crushed salted potato chips (about 10 ounces), divided
1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheatovento375 degrees.Beattogetherbutterandsugarswithamixeronhighspeeduntilfluffy,2to3minutes.Addvanillaandeggs,andbeatonmediumspeeduntiljustcombined.
  • Add flour, baking soda, and salt, and beat on low speed until just combined. Stir in 2 cups potato chips and the nuts.
  • Rolldoughinto2-inchballs,andthenrollballsinremainingpotatochipstocoat.Placecookies2inchesapartonaparchment-linedbakingsheet.Bakeuntilgolden,18to20minutes.Letcoolcompletelyonbakingsheet.

POTATO CHIP COOKIES III



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Old fashioned cookies made with crushed potato chips and rolled in sugar.

Provided by Theresa

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup shortening
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup crushed potato chips
½ cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup granulated sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cream the shortening with the sugar. Add the egg and beat well. Stir in the vanilla.
  • Add the flour and baking soda and mix well. Stir in the crushed potato chips and chopped nuts. Shape cookies into balls and roll in white sugar.
  • Place cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet and flatten slightly. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 40.1 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

COUCH POTATOES



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This is a comfort dish, and done in the microwave. It makes a good side to roast, steak, or chicken.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Potato

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 red potatoes, about 1 lb. cut in half
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup pepperoni or 1/4 cup salami, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In 12X8 baking dish, arrange potato halves, cut side up, around edges of dish.
  • Add 1 tablespoon water and cook, covered, on high, 8-10 minutes until tender, rotating dish halfway through cooking time; drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients.
  • Place this mixture on cut sides of potatoes and cook on high 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 78.6, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.4

Tips:

  • Use unsalted butter at room temperature to ensure the cookies spread evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies be chewy and tender.
  • Gradually beat in the eggs one at a time. Adding the eggs too quickly can cause the mixture to curdle.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing will result in tough cookies.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help them bake evenly.
  • Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving. This will help them set and firm up.

Conclusion:

These couch potato cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them chewy, crispy, or somewhere in between, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these couch potato cookies a try.

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