Shredded Wheat Cookies
Transform your snack time with these irresistibly crunchy and chewy Shredded Wheat Cookies! Perfectly blending the wholesome texture of shredded wheat cereal with buttery sweetness, these cookies offer a delightful twist on traditional favorites. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated and brown sugars, and a touch of vanilla, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Customize them with optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips for an extra burst of flavor and crunch. Ideal for dessert, a quick snack, or even gifting, these cookies bake to golden perfection in under 10 minutes and yield a batch of 36, making them perfect for sharing. Whether paired with a cold glass of milk or enjoyed on their own, these shredded wheat cookies are a satisfyingly simple treat you’ll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded wheat cereal
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large bowl, crumble the shredded wheat cereal into small pieces and set aside.
In another large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
Fold in the crumbled shredded wheat cereal, along with the optional chopped nuts and chocolate chips, if desired.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these delicious shredded wheat cookies with a glass of milk or as a sweet snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.0 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.5 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3152 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 762.2 g | 277% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.9 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 436.2 g | ||
| Protein | 80.4 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 2043 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
