If you're looking for a simple, sweet treat, the classic graham cracker cookie is a delightful option. Made with a few pantry staples, these cookies are a great way to use up leftover graham crackers and are a hit with people of all ages. The texture is soft and chewy, with a slightly crispy exterior. The flavor is a perfect balance of sweet and buttery, with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Whether you're baking for a party or just want a sweet snack, graham cracker cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
GRAHAM CRACKER COOKIES
Chocolate chips, M & M's, and chopped nuts make the cookie complete.
Provided by Maureen Worman
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Beat together margarine and sugars until light and fluffy. Blend in egg and vanilla. Add combined flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking soda and salt. Mix well. Stir in chocolate chips , M & M's, and nuts.
- Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets about 3 inches apart . Press 2 or 3 additional M & M candies on top of cookies if desired.
- Bake in pre-heated oven 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on sheet about 3 minute and remove to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 31.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 195.4 mg, Sugar 28.8 g
ART'S GRAHAM CRACKER COOKIES
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange the graham crackers in a single layer on a baking sheet, making sure the crackers touch each other.
- Heat the butter, margarine, and white sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the pecans. Spread the butter mixture over the graham crackers.
- Bake in the preheated oven until butter mixture is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately transfer the crackers to cool on aluminum foil or wax paper. Once cooked, break crackers into bite-sized pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 99.2 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
GRAHAM CRACKER COOKIES
From Freeport, Illinois, Lois McKnight sends these sweet sandwich cookies. "My brother and I enjoyed these peanut butter treats when we were young," she recalls. "I made these cookies for my children, and now I make them for my grandchildren."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, butter and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook 4-5 minutes longer or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat; stir in the marshmallow creme, peanut butter, and peanuts if desired and vanilla., Break the graham crackers in half. Spread about 2 tablespoons filling on the bottoms of half of the crackers; top with remaining crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
EASY GRAHAM CRACKER COOKIES
A cookie coated in graham cracker crumbs making it soft in the inside and hard on the outside.
Provided by lanenickson
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Whisk white sugar, brown sugar, butter, and egg together in a large bowl. Stir flour, baking soda, and salt into sugar mixture until batter is just mixed; fold in chocolate chips. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
- Pour graham cracker crumbs into a resealable bag. Place each dough ball, 1 at a time, into the bag and shake until completely coated in graham cracker crumbs. Arrange coated dough balls on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are lightly browned on the edges and have 'cracks' in the middle, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 227.4 mg, Sugar 21.8 g
GRAHAM CRACKER MONSTER COOKIES RECIPE
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium sized bowl mix together the crushed graham cracker crumbs, flour, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl beat the sweetened condensed milk and softened butter til smooth. Add vanilla.
- Then add the crumb mixture from the other bowl and stir until smooth.
- Add chocolate chips, walnuts, and coconut. Stir until mixed in.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased cookie sheet. (I rolled mine into about 1 1/2 inch balls) Bake for 12-13 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool for about 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely.
GIANT GRAHAM CRACKER COOKIES WITH GIANT KISS
I found this recipe and just had to post it! It sounds like something great to make for kids at b-day parties!
Provided by OceanIvy
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°.
- Combine crumbs, flour, baking soda and salt.
- With electric mixer at medium speed, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in egg and vanilla; mix well. Add dry mix slowly.
- Drop 1/4 cupfuls onto baking sheets, about 3 per sheet.
- Flatten lightly with your palm, press kisses into cookies.
- Bake until edges are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Cool on baking sheets for about 1 minute before transferring to wire racks.
Tips:
- Use cold butter. This will help the cookies stay chewy and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading.
- Bake the cookies at the right temperature. The cookies should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help the cookies keep their shape and prevent them from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Graham cracker cookies are a classic American treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings and mix-ins. With the right ingredients and a little bit of care, you can make delicious graham cracker cookies that everyone will love.
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