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Kohl’S Basic Cookie Dough

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This classic cookie dough recipe creates a soft, chewy, and incredibly rich foundation for homemade treats. By combining both butter and vegetable shortening, you achieve the perfect balance of flavor and texture, ensuring cookies that spread just right and stay tender. The inclusion of both brown and granulated sugars adds depth and a beautiful golden color. This dough is designed for convenience; you can prepare it in advance, portion it into rolls, and freeze it. When you crave fresh-baked cookies, simply slice and bake. It pairs wonderfully with coffee or milk and serves as a blank canvas for endless variations, from simple vanilla to chocolate chip or nut-loaded favorites. It is a reliable, comforting staple for any home baker looking for consistent, delicious results without the hassle of making dough from scratch every time.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 2386.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This classic cookie dough recipe creates a soft, chewy, and incredibly rich foundation for homemade treats. By combining both butter and vegetable shortening, you achieve the perfect balance of flavor and texture, ensuring cookies that spread just right and stay tender. The inclusion of both brown and granulated sugars adds depth and a beautiful golden color. This dough is designed for convenience; you can prepare it in advance, portion it into rolls, and freeze it. When you crave fresh-baked cookies, simply slice and bake. It pairs wonderfully with coffee or milk and serves as a blank canvas for endless variations, from simple vanilla to chocolate chip or nut-loaded favorites. It is a reliable, comforting staple for any home baker looking for consistent, delicious results without the hassle of making dough from scratch every time.
Ingredients
  • 4 cup Flour; sifted all-purpose
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Butter; softened (or oleo)
  • 1 cup Lgt brown sugar - packed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 1/2 cup Vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup Sugar; granulated
  • 2 Eggs
Directions
  1. 1
    Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together onto a sheet of waxed paper or into a bowl.
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the vegetable shortening, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. 3
    Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. 4
    Gradually stir in the dry flour mixture until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
  5. 5
    Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
  6. 6
    Shape each portion into a roll approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
  7. 7
    Wrap each roll tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap and freeze until firm.
  8. 8
    When ready to bake, slice the frozen rolls into cookies about 1/4 inch thick.
  9. 9
    Arrange the cookie slices 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  10. 10
    Bake at 375 degrees F (191&# 194;°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
  11. 11
    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2386.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 119.5g184%
Saturated Fat 47.2g237%
Cholesterol 157.8mg53%
Sodium 2706.5mg113%
Total Carbohydrate 302.3g101%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g28%
Sugars 120.0g
Protein 27.7g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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