Katie’s Cookies Recipe
Overview:
🍪 Name: Katie’s Cookies
⏲️ Cook Time: 45 minutes
⏲️ Prep Time: 25 minutes
⏲️ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
📖 Description: These cookies are actually called Neiman Marcus squares, but some friends think I stole the recipe from the store so I renamed them. Every time I make them I get requests for more.
🍽️ Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
🔍 Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Potluck, Sweet, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
🍴 Yield: 30-40 cookies
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 214.4
- Fat: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2g
- Cholesterol: 29.8mg
- Sodium: 198.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 23.1g
- Protein: 2.4g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 egg + 2 eggs
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup flaked coconut
- 1/2 cup nuts (your choice)
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prep:
- 🕒 Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- 🍰 Grease a 15 by 18-inch baking pan.
2. Mix the Base:
- 🥣 Combine margarine, cake mix, and 1 egg in a bowl.
3. Prepare the Base:
- 🔄 Stir together until well mixed and pat the mixture onto the bottom of the greased pan.
4. Make the Filling:
- 🥚 Beat 2 eggs, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- 🥥 Stir in flaked coconut and nuts of your choice.
5. Assemble:
- 🥄 Pour the filling mixture over the cake base in the pan.
- 🔄 Spread it evenly using a spatula.
6. Bake:
- 🕒 Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until set and golden brown on top.
7. Cool and Serve:
- 🧊 Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- 🍽️ Serve and enjoy these delicious Katie’s Cookies!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 214.4
- Fat: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2g
- Cholesterol: 29.8mg
- Sodium: 198.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 23.1g
- Protein: 2.4g
Recipe Notes:
- Customize: Feel free to add your favorite nuts or even chocolate chips to the filling mixture for extra flavor.
- Storage: These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Freezing: You can also freeze these cookies for longer storage; just make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn.
📝 Tips for Success:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: For best results, ensure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature before mixing.
- Even Baking: Rotate the pan halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
💡 Creative Serving Ideas:
- Ice Cream Sandwiches: Use these cookies as the “bread” for delicious ice cream sandwiches.
- Cookie Crumble Topping: Crumble over ice cream or yogurt for a crunchy topping.
- Gifts: Package these cookies in a decorative box for a delightful homemade gift.
🍪 Enjoy your scrumptious Katie’s Cookies! 🍪
