How can I make my packet mix cookies better?
You typically only add eggs and butter to a box mix recipe, but A Good Tired blog says you shouldn’t stop there. Add in milk, vanilla, oatmeal, and a little bit of coconut oil to increase the flavor profile of the box mix dough.
How do you keep Betty Crocker sugar cookies from spreading?
Cool your cookie sheet in between batches—allow the sheet to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes, then run under cold water and dry—this will cool the sheet without it warping.
How do you make boxed cookies Fluffy?
Add 2 tablespoons of milk. This extra liquid makes the dough more elastic and adds steam as the cookies bake, puffing them up more.
Can I add more butter to cookie dough?
Adding fat to your cookie dough will definitely soften the dough. However, you do not want to add too much as it will change the end texture of your cookies. Whatever fat is used in your recipe, butter, vegetable oil or Crisco, add 1 teaspoon of the fat to the dough and gently knead the fat in with your hands.
Why are my cookies Dome?
One of the most common reasons why cookies didn’t spread out in the oven is because you added too much flour. Cookies rely on the perfect ratio of butter to flour in order to spread just the right amount when baked. It’s very easy to over measure flour when using cup measurements.
Why do my sugar cookies always spread?
Cookies spread because the fat in the cookie dough melts in the oven. If there isn’t enough flour to hold that melted fat, the cookies will over-spread. Spoon and level that flour or, better yet, weigh your flour. If your cookies are still spreading, add an extra 2 Tablespoons of flour to the cookie dough.
How do you spruce up store bought cookie dough?
Here’s how you can improve premade cookie dough or dough from a mix.
- Add spice to your dough.
- Punch up the flavor of your cookies by adding extracts.
- Before baking, roll the dough in a garnish of your choice.
- Stir nuts right into the dough for an added crunch.
- Add in your favorite savory snacks, like chips or pretzels.