Ingredients

2 cups butter
1 cup dark brown sugar
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 cups soft unbleached flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 ounces semisweet chocolate
1/4 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon mint , almond or 1 teaspoon orange extract
1 lemon , zest of , grated
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup dried cherries or 1 cup cranberries
1/4 cup soft unbleached flour
1 cup unsweetened desiccated coconut , toasted
1/3 cup preserved gingerroot , minced
If you're looking for a fun and unique treat for your next party or event, these Four-Flavour Icebox Cookies are sure to impress. These cookies are made with a base recipe that can be divided into four different flavors, including chocolate, lemon, cherry, and ginger coconut. By molding them into logs and chilling them in the fridge, you can have fresh cookies ready to bake at a moment's notice. Whether you're sharing with friends or indulging on your own, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
2.Add in eggs and vanilla, mix until well combined.
3.In another bowl, sift flour, salt and baking soda together and stir in rolled oats.
4.Divide the mixture into four equal parts.
5.Add the melted chocolate and cocoa to one of the parts and mix well.
6.Add the extract and lemon zest to the second part and mix well.
7.Toss the dried cherries and 1/4 cup flour together and add to the third part of the mixture.
8.Add the toasted coconut and minced gingerroot to the last part of the mixture and mix well.
9.Mold each flavored mixture into a roll and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
10.Chill the mixture for at least an hour or until firm.
11.Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a cookie sheet.
12.Cut each roll into 1/4 inch thick rounds, place on cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.

PROS

These icebox cookies are a fun and unique treat to share or enjoy on your own.
With four different flavors, they offer something for everyone.
They can also be made the day before and baked fresh, which is a great time-saver for party planning.

CONS

As with any cookie recipe, it’s important to enjoy these in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They are also time-consuming to make due to the chilling process, so plan ahead if making for an event or party.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not necessarily a health food, there are some potential benefits to certain ingredients. Rolled oats can help lower cholesterol, while cherries and cranberries are packed with antioxidants. Ginger has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.

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