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Bunny Trail Mix Cookies

Granola, raisins, and candy-coated chocolate bits...yes, everything the Easter Bunny might want for sustenance on the trail is in this super-stuffed, quick-mix cookie.

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March 23rd, 2010

Recipe courtesy of Cookie Swap: Creative Treats to Share Throughout the Yearby Julia M. Usher.

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Servings
Makes about 3 dozen (2 1/4-to 2 1/2 inch) cookies
Prep Time
45 minutes from start to finish
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter-flavored shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup granola cereal (preferably sweetened, without raisins or other mix-ins)
  • 3/4 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup candy-coated chocolate bits
  • Additional candy-coated chocolate bits (optional, for pressing into cooking tops)
    • Directions
  • 1.

    Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line two or more cookie sheets with parchment paper.

  • 2.

    Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside for use in Step 4.

  • 3.

    Place the sugar, butter, and shortening in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until creamy. Add the egg and beat until light and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.

  • 4.

    Turn the mixer to low speed and add the orange zest and vanilla extract, followed by the flour mixture. Mix just until the dry ingredients are evenly incorporated.

  • 5.

    Stir in the granola, raisins, and chocolate bits

  • 6.

    Roll the dough between your palms into 1-inch balls and place about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets. For the most uniform balls, first portion the dough into 1-inch mounds using a slightly rounded 1 3/8-inch (#70) scoop or about 2 level teaspoons per mound; then roll into perfect balls. Flatten the cookies into 1 1/2-inch disks by gently pressing them with the palm of your hand.

  • 7.

    Bake 8 to 9 minutes, or until lightly browned. (If you want to see more spring-y color on top, stud the cookies with additional chocolate bits about midway through baking.) Immediately transfer the cookies to wire racks, using an offset spatula to prevent breakage. Cool completely before storing.

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