The $250.00 Neiman-Marcus Cookie Recipe

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Servings: 5 cups Difficulty: Intermediate
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Legendary ultra-rich chocolate oatmeal cookies with nuts
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The $250.00 Neiman-Marcus Cookie Recipe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 cups Calories: 34

Description

This legendary cookie is famous for its incredibly dense, fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor. Unlike typical drop cookies, these are packed with a massive amount of chocolate chips and grated chocolate bars, balanced by the chewiness of rolled oats and crunch of nuts. The combination of butter, brown sugar, and vanilla creates a deep, caramel-like richness that makes every bite indulgent. While the story behind the recipe involves a humorous misunderstanding at a high-end department store cafe, the result is a humble, home-style treat that is surprisingly easy to make. These cookies are perfect for holiday gift boxes, potlucks, or when you need a serious dessert to satisfy a major sweet tooth. They hold their shape well and freeze beautifully, making them a favorite for bakers who love to prep ahead.

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line several baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender or food processor, pulse the 5 cups of oatmeal until it resembles fine powder or flour. Set aside.
  3. Grate the 8-ounce chocolate bar using a box grater or food processor. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients and the processed oatmeal to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips, grated chocolate bar, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
  9. Roll the dough into balls, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
  10. Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  11. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
  12. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 34kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 2.3mg1%
Sodium 7.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 5.5g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 0.7g2%

* 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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