School House Cookies Recipe 🍪
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: Approximately 36 Cookies
Description:
These School House Cookies hold a rich history, originating from a recipe cherished in rural Vermont. Crafted by a local schoolteacher, they were designed as a wholesome snack for children. Infused with nostalgia and flavor, these cookies are a delightful blend of chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Enjoy their chewy texture with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a comforting treat any time of day.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup wheat germ
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups raisins
- 3/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1-4 tablespoons water (as needed)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cream Sugar and Margarine: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the brown sugar and margarine until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the egg, vanilla extract, and salt to the creamed mixture. Beat well until fully combined.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, wheat germ, and rolled oats. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Using a fork, gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Blend well until a dough forms. If necessary, add a tablespoon or more of water to hold the ingredients together.
- Add Mix-ins: Fold in the raisins and roasted sunflower seeds. For variation, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans, dried apricots, or dates according to your preference.
- Shape and Bake: Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto a greased cookie sheet, spacing them apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy these delicious School House Cookies with your favorite beverage.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 91.9
- Total Fat: 4.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 5.9mg
- Sodium: 74.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 12.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 6.3g
- Protein: 2.1g
Recipe Notes:
- Customize Flavors: Experiment with additional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to suit your taste preferences.
- Storage: Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Sharing Tradition: Share the story behind these cookies as you serve them, adding a touch of nostalgia to every bite.
- Kid-Friendly: These cookies make for a nutritious and kid-approved snack, perfect for lunchboxes or after-school treats.
Embrace the warmth and simplicity of homemade goodness with these School House Cookies, a recipe that’s been cherished for generations. Enjoy the taste of tradition with every bite!
