Best 5 School House Cookies Recipes

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School house cookies are a classic treat that brings back memories of childhood and the smell of freshly baked goods. These soft, chewy cookies have a delightful vanilla flavor and are traditionally topped with a sweet glaze. They are perfect for lunch boxes, bake sales, or enjoying as a sweet snack. In this article, we will explore the best recipe for school house cookies, providing detailed instructions and tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can create these delicious cookies in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SCHOOL CAFETERIA PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES



School Cafeteria Peanut Butter Cookies image

The best sublime peanut butter cookies ever! Relive the best part of the school cafeteria without having to go back to school. This large batch is best suited for institutional cooking using a 40 to 60 quart mixer. Dough may be stored in buckets for up to a week, and baked fresh daily.

Provided by SCHETTIGGIRL

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Time 22m

Yield 300

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 pounds shortening
10 pounds white sugar
8 pounds brown sugar
40 eggs
10 pounds peanut butter
14 pounds all-purpose flour
¾ cup baking soda
5 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Preheat a convection oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). See note for non-convection oven. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, white sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in peanut butter until well blended. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a plastic scraper between additions. Add eggs 5 or 6 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down bowl, and mix for a minute. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually mix into the dough until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl one more time, and be sure the bottom has mixed evenly.
  • Scoop out dough using an ice cream scoop, or roll into 2 inch balls. Place cookies 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Press down lightly with a fork to make a criss-cross pattern.
  • Bake for 7 minutes in the preheated oven, until the edges are lightly toasted. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes so they do not crumble.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 24.8 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 270.6 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOL CAFETERIA BUTTER COOKIES



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I used to love the butter cookies they sold in my high school cafeteria. I've been looking for the recipe and this comes very close (if my poor old memory serves me right). These might be a little more tender than the CPS butter cookies but they're close enough for me!

Provided by Chicagopm

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup softened butter
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
4 teaspoons sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Mix in flour gradually.
  • Using a small cookie scoop, roll dough into balls and slightly flatten on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Flatten cookies with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar if desired.
  • Bake until golden brown (approximately 12-15 minutes.
  • Makes about 2 dozen.

SCHOOL HOUSE COOKIES



School House Cookies image

The first time I had these cookies, I was in rural Vermont, at a crafts festival. The craftsman served them in his shop as a refreshment to visitors, along with rhubarb punch. The cookies were very yummy, so I asked him for the recipe. He went upstairs, and returned with his wife's very old hand written cook book which was opened to the page with the "schoolhouse cookies". He told me that the recipe was made up by one of the local schoolhouse's teachers as a nutritious snack for the younger children. I usually make them with a combination of chopped walnuts OR pecans and the sunflower seeds (about half and half of each) and sometimes substitute chopped dried apricots or dates for the raisins. They are a very chewy cookie, good with milk or coffee :) You could also add cinnamon, nutmeg, etc. to your preferences.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 27m

Yield 36 Cookies (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup margarine (or butter)
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup wheat germ
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup roasted sunflower seeds (your preference) or 1/2 cup chopped nuts (your preference)
1 -4 tablespoon water (if necessary)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl, cream sugar and margarine.
  • Add egg, vanilla and salt, beat well.
  • In another bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, wheat germ and oats.
  • With a fork, stir dry ingredients into other ingredients, blend well adding a tablespoon or more of water if necessary to hold ingredients together.
  • Drop by teaspoonsfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
  • Flatten cookies slightly, and bake for 10-12 minutes.

DIPLOMA COOKIES



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Enjoy these drop cookies made using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour. Perfect for a graduation day dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/3 cup shortening
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Beat butter, shortening and brown sugar until creamy. Beat in baking powder, salt, vanilla and egg. Stir in flours. Divide dough in half. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Roll each half of dough into 15x6-inch rectangle on floured surface. Cut lengthwise into three 15x2-inch strips, then cut crosswise into two 7 1/2x2-inch strips. Working quickly, spread about 1 teaspoon melted chocolate over one strip to within 1/4 inch of one long side. Gently roll up, starting at long side with chocolate. Repeat with remaining cookie strips and chocolate. Cut each roll into 2 pieces; roll each cookie slightly to shape. On ungreased cookie sheet, place cookies about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool 1 minute; remove to cooling rack. Cool completely. Place remaining chocolate in plastic bag. Cut hole in corner and squeeze out chocolate to look like ties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 70 mg

THE BEST LUNCH LADY PEANUT BUTTER BARS RECIPE



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These Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are the EXACT recipe they once served in schools! These peanut butter bars have a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie base, creamy peanut butter center and chocolate buttercream on top. These are the best peanut butter bars of all time!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter (softened)
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2½ cups peanut butter (divided)
2 cups old fashioned oats
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter (softened)
¼ cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugar and brown sugar together.
  • Add vanilla, eggs, and 1 cup of the peanut butter; stir to combine.
  • Add oats, flour, baking soda and salt and mix until well combined.
  • Spray a baking sheet (half sheet jelly roll pan that is approximately 17.8 x 12.8 x 1 inch) with nonstick cooking spray and spread out dough in an even layer.
  • Bake for 15 minutes and remove from oven.
  • Drop remaining peanut butter (about 1 1/2 cups) by very small spoonfuls (we use a baby spoon) all over on top of warm bars. Let set for about 5-6 minutes and gently spread when peanut butter has begun to melt. It will spread easily when the peanut butter has softened on the warm bars. Don't try to spread it while still thick.
  • Then let the bars cool until peanut butter has set up.
  • While cooling, mix together frosting ingredients with a hand mixer until smooth and spread on top of bars.
  • Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 377 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 35 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use parchment paper: Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them: The cookies will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

School House Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their simple ingredients and classic flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give School House Cookies a try!

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