Cookies! BBC#6

Cookies! Yum! Cookies are not all created equal...cookies are usually classified by the way in which each one is prepared once the dough has been made. Today I will describe eight ways to prepare or make-up cookies. The first way is probably one of the most popular ways of making cookies.. the drop method. Drop cookies are made from a soft dough that is spooned into mounds for baking. Some examples are chocolate chip, oatmeal, and snickerdoodles.

The next make-up method is bar cookies. Bar cookies are made from a stiff dough that is rolled into a log, then baked. The bars are then sliced into thick slices.

Next, is the icebox cookie method. Icebox cookies are made from dough that is shaped into logs or rectangles, chilled thoroughly, then sliced into individual pieces and baked as needed.This method usually produces uniform cookies with a crisp texture.

Sheet cookies are made from a dough or batter that is pressed, poured, or layered in shallow pans, baked and cut into individual portions. Brownies are a good example of a sheet cookie.

Next is a holiday favorite, the cut-out cookie. Cut-out cookies are made from a firm dough that is chilled, rolled out into a sheet and cut into various shapes before baking.

Next we have the piped cookie method. This method is also referred to as bagged, pressed, or spritz cookies. They are made from a soft dough that is forced through a pastry tip or cookie press.. They are usually small with a distinct, decorated shape.

The next method is the rolled or molded cookie. Rolled or molded cookies are made from a stiff dough that hand-shaped into spheres, crescents or other traditional shapes. Often shortbread cookie dough is pressed into decorative carved molds before baking and the impression from the mold remains in the dough after baking.

Now we have the wafer cookie. These cookies are extremely delicate. They are made with a thin egg batter that is poured or spread onto a baking sheet and baked. Then while they are still hot, the thin wafer is molded into a variety of shapes.Wafer batter is also called stencil batter. A popular shape is the tightly rolled cigarette shape.

Cookies are one of America's best-loved foods. As you can see, they are very versatile! Any way you slice, drop, roll or shape them...cookies are an all-time favorite!