Chapter 38 Cookies Objective Summarize factors that impact

Chapter 38 Cookies

Objective • Summarize factors that impact cookie quality © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Flavor • The flavor of cookies is primarily determined by the quality of the ingredients used © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Flavor • Choose high-quality ingredients that are fresh • Follow recipes carefully and measure ingredients exactly © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Texture • 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Texture • 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Appearance • Cookies should be uniform in shape and size with an attractive appearance © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Appearance • 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Objective • Explain the two most common methods for mixing cookie dough © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Mixing Methods • Two common methods for making cookie dough include – one-stage method – creaming method © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

One-Stage Method • Place all the ingredients into the bowl and mix • Mix for two to three minutes at moderate speed • Overmixing can result in tough dough © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Creaming Method • Gluten is less likely to overdevelop using the creaming method because the flour is added last © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Objective • Recall common methods forming cookies © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Forming Methods • Cookies can be classified by the method used to form the cookie • Each technique creates a uniquely shaped cookie © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Drop 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Drop Cookies • Chocolate chip and oatmeal cookies are often made using the drop method © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Rolled Cookies • Rolled cookies are transferred to a sheet pan and baked after being cut into the desired shapes © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Rolled 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Rolled Cookies • After baking they may be decorated with fondant or other icings © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Spritz (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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Sheet Cookies • Brownies are popular sheet cookies © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Sheet 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Icebox 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Icebox Cookies • This technique makes it possible to create effects such as checkerboard or pinwheels © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Bar Cookies • Biscotti are an example of a popular bar cookie © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Bar 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • What elements are considered when judging the quality of cookies? – Flavor – Texture – Appearance © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • What determines the flavor of cookies? – Quality of ingredients – Proportion of ingredients © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • What factors impact the texture of cookies? – Ingredients – Mixing and baking procedures © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • What gives cookies an appealing appearance? – Uniform size and shape – Proper baking temperature and time – Uniform decoration © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • Describe the one-stage method for mixing cookie dough – Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • 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 © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.

Review • Name the methods used forming cookies – Drop – Rolled – Spritz – Sheet – Icebox – Bar © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc.