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ObjectiveObjective

• Summarize factors that impact cookie quality

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What Makes a Good Cookie?What Makes a Good Cookie?

• Cookies come in all shapes, sizes, flavors, and textures

• It is important to know how various ingredients and methods influence the characteristics of a cookie

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FlavorFlavor

• The flavor of cookies is primarily determined by the quality of the ingredients used

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FlavorFlavor

• Choose high-quality ingredients that are fresh

• Follow recipes carefully and measure ingredients exactly

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TextureTexture

• Ingredients are the most important factor in achieving a particular texture in cookies– High-gluten flour can make cookies tough– Crisper cookies generally have a larger

proportion of sugar– Softer cookies contain more fat and moisture– Chewy cookies have a higher amount of sugar

combined with moisture, as well as more eggs

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TextureTexture

• Mixing and baking procedures also affect a cookie’s texture– Overmixing the dough develops too much

gluten creating a tough cookie– Baking too long or at a temperature that is

too high usually results in a dry, hard cookie

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AppearanceAppearance

• Cookies should be uniform in shape and size with an attractive appearance

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AppearanceAppearance

• Bake cookies at the proper temperature for the appropriate time to achieve proper color

• Cookies can be uniformly decorated by applying icing, nuts, sanding sugar, or confections

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ObjectiveObjective

• Explain the two most common methods for mixing cookie dough

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Mixing MethodsMixing Methods

• Two common methods for making cookie dough include– one-stage method– creaming method

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One-Stage MethodOne-Stage Method

• Simplest method for making cookies

• Place all the ingredients into the bowl and mix

• Mix for two to three minutes at moderate speed

• Overmixing can result in tough dough

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Creaming MethodCreaming Method

• Gluten is less likely to overdevelop using the creaming method because the flour is added last

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ObjectiveObjective

• Recall common methods for forming cookies

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Forming MethodsForming Methods

• Cookies can be classified by the method used to form the cookie

• Each technique creates a uniquely shaped cookie

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Drop CookiesDrop Cookies

• Use a portion scoop to create equal-sized drop cookies

• When portioning, allow enough space between the drops of dough to allow the cookies to spread during baking

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Drop CookiesDrop Cookies

• Chocolate chip and oatmeal cookies are often made using the drop method

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Rolled CookiesRolled Cookies

• Rolled cookies are transferred to a sheet pan and baked after being cut into the desired shapes

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Rolled CookiesRolled Cookies

• After cutting, these cookies are often decorated with sanding sugar and confections before baking

• Are especially popular for holidays and special occasions because of the limitless shape possibilities

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Rolled CookiesRolled Cookies

• After baking they may be decorated with fondant or other icings

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Spritz (Pressed) CookiesSpritz (Pressed) Cookies

• Some bakeshops use a special cookie press to make spritz cookies

• The dough is pressed through a specially shaped die to create specific shapes

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Sheet CookiesSheet Cookies

• Brownies are popular sheet cookies

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Sheet CookiesSheet Cookies

• The entire sheet pan is baked and later the sheet is cut into individual cookies

• This method of forming cookies saves labor

• Multilayered cookies can be created using this method

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Icebox CookiesIcebox Cookies

• When making icebox cookies, the shaped dough is wrapped in plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerated

• When fully chilled, the dough is firm and can be sliced into individual cookies

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Icebox CookiesIcebox Cookies

• This technique makes it possible to create effects such as checkerboard or pinwheels

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Bar CookiesBar Cookies

• Biscotti are an example of a popular bar cookie

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Bar CookiesBar Cookies

• After shaping the dough into a log, it is flattened and baked

• While it is still warm, the cooked log is sliced into one-inch (2 cm) segments to form cookies

• The cookies are baked a second time to create a hard texture

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• What elements are considered when judging the quality of cookies?

– Flavor– Texture– Appearance

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• What determines the flavor of cookies?

– Quality of ingredients– Proportion of ingredients

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• What factors impact the texture of cookies?

– Ingredients– Mixing and baking procedures

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• What gives cookies an appealing appearance?

– Uniform size and shape– Proper baking temperature and time– Uniform decoration

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• Describe the one-stage method for mixing cookie dough

– Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix

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• Describe the creaming method for mixing cookie dough

– Mix butter or shortening with sugar and spices until smooth

– Add eggs and liquids and mix until incorporated

– Add flour and leavening agent and blend

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• Name the methods used for forming cookies

– Drop– Rolled– Spritz– Sheet– Icebox– Bar