Fruity Cookie Press Cookies Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 26, 2003

Way too much flour, most of my cookie press designs would not work with such a thick dough, and I actually bruised my thumbs, trying to press these out. I looke at my other cookie press recipies and most call for about 2 to 2 1/2 cups flour NOT 4 CUPS. I will try these again with less flour. Revised on 12-24-03: I made these again today and they turned out great. I used black cherry jello and increased the butter to 2 cups and added another egg. I kept flour the same. All the cookie press shapes turned out. I only baked for about 6 and a half minutes and they turned nice and golden brown on the bottom.

—SHEWETT

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 01, 2004

I give this recipe three stars for creativity. It is worth making, but not according to the given directions. I took this recipe and used 3 1/4 C flour, added 1/4 C butter and added an extra egg. They then pressed well and baked well, and had a nice mild flavor. Don't overbake them though. 8 minutes is all you need!

—TUNDRAORCHID

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41 Ratings

Aug 25, 2005

This was a GREAT recipe, I used the suggested changes from the message board. I used 2 cups margarine, 2 eggs and 4oz of jello for the cookies (boosts the flavor) & 2 oz for sprinkling. They turned out wonderful and after putting them in an airtight container have remained soft and delicious for 2 days. My kids & I can't wait to try other flavours (we used Orange)! Thanks for the recipe and the tips everyone!

—goodgurl

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Dec 07, 2007

I remember my Mom making these cookies when I was growing up. I made the mistake of following some of the other reviewers suggestions and they turned out crappy. The second time I made these I followed the recipe (I used butter instead of margarine)and they turned out perfect. I did bake them at 400 and I took them out at 6 minutes and they were perfect doneness.

—Dandylynes

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Mar 16, 2005

These cookies were awesome! I only used 3 cups of flour and changed butter to 2 cups. I put the dough in the fridge for 1 hour and rolled them to cut out shamrocks for St Patrick's Day. I used the lime flavored gelatin powder which gave it the green color. Perfect touch!

—GANGADIN

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Dec 22, 2004

My mom used this recipe for years before I saw it here. She always used starwberry, and I never thought that the 3 oz. did the flavor any justice. Now that it is my turn for this recipe, I mix everything together except the gelatin. I split the whole batch three ways and use half a package of lemon, orange, and strawberry gelatin, adding a touch of lukewarm tap water. Before baking, I sprinkle a little gelatin on top. They come out with a bang of fruit flavor and wonderful coloring, and there's enough for two batches!!!

—ETHANSMOM3

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Dec 22, 2010

I have been making these cookies for over 40 years. My recipe says to bake them at 375 degrees. The time given is too long. I try 6 minutes, and then check cookies, adding more time if necessary--usually 50 seconds to 1 minute. The dough is too stiff using 4 cups of flour. I use 3 1/2 cups. The butter needs to be soft. Plus, you cannot mix them very easily unless you use your hands. Believe me, this works. There is a knack to using a cookie press. Not every cookie comes out right. I put the ones that don't back in bowl and continue with the next one. You need to be patient, but it is worth it.

—cpqueen

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Mar 15, 2003

I don't know if I did something wrong or what, but with the 4 cups of flour, the dough came out so hard I couldn't FORCE it thru the cookie press. I finally gave up and rolled some into balls and used a clay cookie stamp on them. Baked, they could have been used for skeet targets. Are you SURE it calls for all that flour?

—MESESMOM

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Nutrition

Calories
184 kcal
9%

Carbohydrates
23 g
7%

Cholesterol
7 mg
2%

Fat
9.3 g
14%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
2.3 g
5%

Sodium
134 mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Fruity Cookie Press Cookies

Serving Size: 1/30 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 30
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 184
Calories from Fat: 84

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g 14 %
Saturated Fat 1.6g 8 %
Cholesterol 7mg 2 %
Sodium 134mg 5 %
Potassium 25mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 23g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 2.3g 5 %
** Sugars 6.8g
Vitamin A 8 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 8 %
Thiamin 13 %
Niacin 11 %
Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium 2 %
Folate 18 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.