Baking lumberjack cookies can be fun and rewarding if you have the right recipe. Lumberjack cookies have been enjoyed for generations and there are many different recipes and variations to choose from. Whether you prefer traditional recipes or more modern takes, there's a lumberjack cookie recipe out there for everyone.
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NEW ENGLAND LUMBERJACK COOKIES
I don't remember where this recipe came from. I found the name interesting and cut it out of a magazine.
Provided by MARIA MAC
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 48 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cream together the sugar and shortening.
- Add molasses and eggs.
- Mix well. Sift together the dry ingredients and stir.
- Put 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl.
- Dip fingers into the sugar, then pinch off a piece of dough and roll into a 1-1/2-inch ball.
- Place dough balls on greased cookie sheet about 3 inches apart.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. The dough will keep for a week or more in the refrigerator.
LUMBERJACK COOKIES "YUM"!
Steps:
- Cream together the sugar and shortening. Add molasses and unbeaten eggs. Mix well. Sift together the dry ingerdients and stir in. Put 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl. Dip fingers into sugar, then pinch off a ball of dough and roll in to the size and shape of a walnut. Dip the rolled ball into the bowl of sugar. Place balls on a greased cookie sheet about three inches apart. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes. This recipe makes four dozen large soft cookies, twenty-four to a standard cookie sheet. The dough will keep indefinitely in the refrigerator.
Tips:
- For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- To prevent the cookies from spreading too much, use a chilled cookie scoop to portion the dough.
- Bake the cookies on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- If you don't have a stand mixer, you can cream the butter and sugar together by hand using a wooden spoon.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
- For a fun twist, try adding chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips to the dough.
Conclusion:
These lumberjack cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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