Showing posts with label Cookie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cookie. Show all posts

Monday, June 27, 2011

AirBake Cookie Sheets - 3 important Questions You Need to Ask

Question 1: Does air baking on cookie sheets make them bake slower than standard baking sheets?

Since air bake cookie sheets insulate and distribute the heat more evenly, you may find for sure recipes that you do need to increase the required baking time for five to ten additional minutes. Unlike standard sheets, you do not have to be concerned about heat fluctuations from your oven that may cause some burnt cookies and some underdone. I know I've been there before!

Breakfast Pizza

In my experience, this is not the case all the time so when first experimenting with air insulating cookie sheets, you'll need to keep an eye on the cookie consistency so it's to your liking.

Question 2: Are air insulated baking sheets easy to clean and dishwasher safe?

Obviously, with any product, you should refer to the cleaning instructions supplied from the particular sheet manufacturer.

However, I have found that to get the extended life out of my cookie sheets and prevent scratching and denigration of the non-stick surface, I only hand wash all my non-stick bakeware, whether insulated or standard.

Now on the other hand, if you do a lot of baking using parchment paper, then there is no presuppose unless stated by the constructor to throw it right into your dishwasher.

Question 3: Can you bake pizza on an air-bake cookie sheet?

Absolutely yes. In fact, you not need any cornmeal or flower to prevent sticking on the surface as opposed to a pizza stone. In my experience, pizza is one food that emerges quite tasty from an air baking.

Even better, many bakers raved so highly about how well pizza tasted on the air bake that manufacturers have specifically made pizza pans with this technology.

So in summary, if you are planning on purchasing these type of baking accessories, try one on for size first as it's absolutely a matter of preference. I use them consistently and to this day have not burned whatever at all, something I could not quite claim previously.

AirBake Cookie Sheets - 3 important Questions You Need to Ask

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Healthy Breakfast Cookie Recipe

Cookies for breakfast? Yes, it is possible to start your day with cookies as long as they are made from healthy ingredients like whole wheat flour, oatmeal, wheat germ, peanut butter, eggs, fruit, vegetables, and nuts.

I know it's a cliche but, for most people, a healthy breakfast is important to get the day started right. What you eat for breakfast can set the tone for how you feel all day. Studies show that a good breakfast with protein and fiber can boost your metabolism and positively influence your eating choices the rest of the day, resulting in a slimmer, healthier, more productive you!

Breakfast Pizza

Healthy breakfast cookies might be the perfect solution for breakfast skippers. They are quick, easy, tasty, and portable. No time in the morning? With a plate of healthy breakfast cookies on the counter or a bag of individually wrapped ones in the freezer, you can just grab one and go.

I like to enjoy one with a piece of fruit and a little plain organic Greek yogurt for a completely satisfying breakfast.

Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies Recipe
makes about 2 dozen cookies

Packed with the added punch of protein from peanut butter, these wholesome cookies are satisfying. Perfect for a quick breakfast on the go, especially when you add a piece of fruit. They are good with almond butter and chopped almonds too.

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/3 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 cups quick cooking oats
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup raisins or craisins

Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

In a large bowl beat together butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs and water.

In a medium bowl stir together flours, oats, wheat germ, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Mix flour mixture into peanut butter mixture. Stir in raisins.

Drop by ice cream scoopfuls (or 1/4 cup measuring cupfuls )2 1/2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets. Flatten slightly.

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden but still soft.

Remove from the oven and cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks to cool completely.

Healthy Breakfast Cookie Recipe

Martha McKinnon is a health coach who believes that healthy eating and losing weight can be simple and delicious when you slow down and learn to trust your body's inner wisdom. Her website, http://www.simple-nourished-living.com, is full of practical tips for losing weight and feeling great & offers a FREE e-cookbooklet of great recipes for healthy homemade granola bars. 

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