GRANDMA'S WHEAT GERM COOKIES

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In her Clear Lake, Minnesota kitchen, Pam Voigt lightened up a traditional oatmeal chocolate chip cookie by adding wheat germ, eliminating butter and using applesauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups toasted wheat germ
1 cup quick-cooking oats
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (6 ounces) miniature chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and oil until blended. Beat in egg, then applesauce. Combine the flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Flatten slightly with a glass bottom coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Salty Rainbow
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Overall, these cookies were a disappointment. I wouldn't recommend them.


Sohail Maan
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The cookies were a bit dry and crumbly. I think I needed to add more butter.


Osama Al Hasan
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Not a fan of the wheat germ flavor. These cookies were a bit too nutty for my taste.


Namayanja Zaitun
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover wheat germ. They're also a delicious and healthy snack.


Georgie Xya
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.


Destiny Yaleska
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Bipana Shahi
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These cookies are a great healthy snack. The wheat germ adds a nice boost of fiber and nutrients.


Masum gaming
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A classic recipe that never disappoints. Grandma's wheat germ cookies are always a hit with my family and friends.


REDOYAN HASAN RoNi
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These cookies are a delightful treat! The wheat germ gives them a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoy.


Marie Banister
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious these cookies were. I'm not a huge fan of wheat germ, but it wasn't overpowering in these cookies. They were the perfect combination of sweet and nutty.


Hsaileng
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These cookies are incredibly easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover wheat germ. I love the crispy edges and chewy centers.


Ahmed Hany
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I'm not usually a fan of wheat germ, but these cookies changed my mind. The hint of nuttiness is subtle yet noticeable, and it pairs wonderfully with the sweet, buttery flavor of the cookies.


Khadija Imran
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These cookies brought back so many childhood memories! Grandma's recipe is a treasure, and these cookies came out perfectly. The wheat germ adds a delightful nutty flavor and chewy texture.