Grand Friendship Dishpan Cookies
These Grand Friendship Dishpan Cookies are a heartwarming treat perfect for sharing among friends and family. With a delightful mix of sweet and crunchy textures, each bite brings nostalgia and joy. This recipe yields an impressive 10 dozen cookies, making it ideal for potlucks, holiday cookie exchanges, or simply spreading kindness through delicious baked goods. As you gather around to bake and share, remember that the best part of this recipe is not just in the sharing of cookies, but also in the sharing of laughter and love. Pass it on to your friends and create new memories that last a lifetime!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable Oil
2 cups (none)
Packed Brown Sugar
2 cups (none)
Eggs
4 (lightly beaten)
Granulated Sugar
2 cups (none)
Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (none)
All-Purpose Flour
4 cups (none)
Oats
1/2 cup (rolled or quick)
Coconut
2 cups (shredded)
Corn Flakes
4 cups (crushed lightly)
Chocolate Chips
2 cups (semi-sweet)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2
In a very large bowl or dishpan, combine the vegetable oil and packed brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
3
Add the lightly beaten eggs and granulated sugar to the bowl. Mix until smooth.
4
Sprinkle in the baking powder, salt, and baking soda, combining these dry ingredients thoroughly into the wet mixture.
5
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing after each addition until well incorporated.
6
Fold in the oats, shredded coconut, crushed corn flakes, and chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
7
Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, slightly flattening each mound with the back of a spoon.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Grand Friendship Dishpan Cookies?
Grand Friendship Dishpan Cookies are a heartwarming, large-batch treat known for their delightful mix of sweet and crunchy textures, perfect for sharing.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields an impressive 10 dozen cookies, which is 120 cookies in total.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) before baking the cookies.
Why is this called a dishpan cookie recipe?
It is called a dishpan recipe because the batch is so large that you typically need a very large bowl or a clean dishpan to mix all the ingredients together.
What kind of oil should be used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of vegetable oil.
Can I use different types of oats?
Yes, you can use either rolled oats or quick oats for this recipe.
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
No, the instructions specify to drop the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
What are the main mix-ins for these cookies?
The main mix-ins include shredded coconut, crushed corn flakes, and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake for 10 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges turn a golden brown color.
Should I flatten the dough before baking?
Yes, you should slightly flatten each mound of dough with the back of a spoon after dropping it onto the baking sheet.
What kind of chocolate chips are best?
The recipe recommends using 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Can I use butter instead of vegetable oil?
While the recipe specifies vegetable oil for moisture and texture, you could substitute butter, though it may change the final consistency.
How should I prepare the corn flakes?
The corn flakes should be crushed lightly before being folded into the dough.
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
The first step is to combine the vegetable oil and packed brown sugar in a very large bowl or dishpan until well combined.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 4 eggs, which should be lightly beaten before adding to the mixture.
What makes these cookies great for potlucks?
The large yield of 10 dozen cookies makes them ideal for feeding large groups at potlucks or holiday exchanges.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses both 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Can I add nuts to this recipe?
While not in the original list, you can easily fold in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans if desired.
How should the cookies be cooled?
After removing them from the oven, the cookies should be cooled on a wire rack.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The recipe specifies 2 cups of packed brown sugar.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe uses 4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Can I use this for a cookie exchange?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a cookie exchange and holiday treat recipe due to its high yield.
What is the serving size?
The specific serving size is not listed, but the recipe is designed to produce 120 individual cookies.
Is shredded coconut necessary?
Shredded coconut provides a specific texture and flavor characteristic of these dishpan cookies.
Can I make a half batch?
Yes, you can halve all the ingredients if you only want to make 5 dozen cookies.
When should I add the granulated sugar?
Add the granulated sugar to the bowl along with the lightly beaten eggs after mixing the oil and brown sugar.
How do I ensure even distribution of ingredients?
Fold in the oats, coconut, corn flakes, and chocolate chips carefully at the end to ensure they are distributed evenly throughout the large batch of dough.
What is the main goal of sharing this recipe?
The recipe is intended to help create new memories and share love and laughter with friends through the gift of baking.