Betty Crocker's Cookie Book: More Than 250 of America's Best-Loved Cookies [Hardcover]

Betty Crocker Editors (Author)

Book Description

Series: Betty Crocker | Publication Date: October 2, 1998

Everyone loves cookies, and with Betty Crocker, everyone can bake them! From novice to pro, these cookies will fill the bill, whether for holiday treats, bake sales, or every-day energizers, these are the cookies you want, with more than 240 to choose from. Every chapter has a most requested cookie, hot from Betty Crocker's kitchens -- these are the cookies America's been asking for. There is also an entire chapter for kids, as well as tons of super-easy bar cookies -- just pour, bake and enjoy!

And with the "Doughs and Doughnt's" chapter to guide you through the basics, there is no part of cookie baking that will cause you concern. About the only problem you'll have is deciding which cookie to make first Deluxe Chocolate Chip Cookies, No-Roll Sugar Cookies, Mousse Bars, Rocky Road Bars, Walnut Biscotti -- whatever you choose, you'll be a winner.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Betty Crocker provides more than 250 scrumptious recipe ideas for filling up your cookie jar with chewy cookies, crunchy shortbreads, chocolate brownies--and just about any sweet little number you can sink your teeth into. In true Crocker style, this sugary gem is laid out simply, with basic cooking instructions, giving plenty of tips and hints for creating that perfect recipe. Mouthwatering photographs of Luscious Lemon-Raspberry Bars, Almond Bonbons, Butterscotch Shortbreads, and many more make you want to get that rolling pin out now!

For quick reference, recipes are divided into eight chapters--there are cookies for kids, brownie and bar recipes, hand-shaped and -pressed cookies, rolled cookies, drop cookies, and cookies for special occasions. Happily for cooks in a real hurry, a whole chapter is devoted solely to store-bought mix recipes (Betty Crocker brand, of course). In a few simple steps, ready-made cake mixes can be adapted into delicious cookies. A carrot-cake mix transforms itself into Carrot-Molasses Cookies by simply adding margarine, light molasses, eggs, and nuts, if desired, which is then chilled and baked for eight minutes. Here are fabulous Caramel Fudge Bars, astounding Almond Bars, and perky Peanut Butter-Brickle Chip Bars, all brought to you via the wonder of mix!

Crocker and Co. doesn't forget special diets, either. There is a wonderful selection of wheat-free and egg-free cookies that still manage to taste fabulous. Particularly handsome are the Frosted Banana Bars--containing less fat and cholesterol than regular cookies.

Whatever your forte, Betty Crocker's Cookie Book has a sweet treat in store for you. --Naomi Gesinger

Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Betty Crocker; 1 edition (October 2, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0028626036
• ISBN-13: 978-0028626031
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,235,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Since 1921, the Betty Crocker name has symbolized the General Mills continuing tradition of service to consumers. Although Betty was never a real person, her name and identity have become synonymous with helpfulness, trustworthiness and quality.

Betty Crocker has survived the decades by providing consumers with food information and food products that are contemporary without being faddish. The first hardcover cookbook, Betty Crocker's Picture Cookbook was published in 1950 and quickly became a national best seller. Since then, more than 250 Betty Crocker cookbooks have been published.

Customer Reviews

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reasource for cookie recipes, March 27, 2001

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Stephanie Manley (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Betty Crocker's Cookie Book: More Than 250 of America's Best-Loved Cookies (Hardcover)

I really enjoyed this book. The book is filled with pictures of the cookies, and the recipes turn out well. The book contains a variety of recipes both in types, and some regional favorites. The book is well organized, and is a pleasure to read. If you are looking for a book that is full of good cookie recipes, this is the book for you.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Cookie monsters beware!, June 12, 2001

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This review is from: Betty Crocker's Cookie Book: More Than 250 of America's Best-Loved Cookies (Hardcover)

This book has more cookie choices than you'll know what to do with. Lots of old favorites and some new recipes that are sure to become favorites. A must have in every kitchen and a wonderful gift for a newlywed or someone living on their own for the first time. Buy this book and get baking!

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book Good Price, May 2, 2011

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This review is from: Betty Crocker's Cookie Book: More Than 250 of America's Best-Loved Cookies (Hardcover)

No wonder bookshops are having difficulty making money if you can buy a second hand book in this condition for such a good price. The first batch of cookies cost more to make!