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Friday, September 9, 2011

CHECKERBOARD COOKIES

Checkerboard Cookies Recipe @ treatntrick.blogspot.com


I have decided to spend my afternoon making this Checkerboard Cookies. At first glance, I thought it will be complicated to prepare, the more different recipes found on the net  driving me more confused especially all those measurements.

This requires a little bit of extra effort to make these fanciful cookies but it is worthwhile.  Really enjoyed and pretty simple to bake them. The rectangle dough of plain and chocolate is cut into 2 then stack on top of each so you have 4 layers.  Now slice each log about  1/2 in thick  then stack them  alternately to obtain checkerboard pattern.

Checkerboard Cookies  is mildly sweetened with half a cup sugar but you can add more if you want it sweeter. Another tip is to place the dough into clear storage bag, roll out into rectangle about 7 x 9.5 in  for both plain and chocolate dough. After chilling, using a scissor,  cut open from the center of the bag. This way we need not use any flour and avoid sticking to your board. Line your board with plastic when you did the stacking job.

Checkerboard Cookies Recipe @ treatntrick.blogspot.com


Checkerboard Cookies Recipe @ treatntrick.blogspot.com


CHECKERBOARD COOKIES
Yield       :      35 cookies

2  cup  all purpose flour
1  tablespoon  corn flour
180 g softened butter
1/2 - 3/4  cup   fine sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2  tablespoon   cocoa powder
1-2  tablespoon  ice water if needed

METHOD

Cream butter and sugar until well blended. Add vanilla.

Gradually add both flour and forms into soft dough.

Divide dough into 2. Add cocoa powder to one portion. If too dry, add a tablespoon of ice water. Mix until cocoa and flour are well mixed.

Insert plain dough into clear plastic, roll out  into rectangle. Chill for 20 minutes.

Repeat the same procedure for chocolate dough. Chill for 20 minutes.

Cut each rectangle into 2., now stack each dough on top of each color. Chill 20 minutes.

Slice the block about 1/4 in thick. Now stack 3 slices  on top of each  to get checkerboard pattern. Chill 20 minutes. Cut into 3/8 in thick. Preheat oven @ 160 C.

Place onto baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.

Cool on rack to cool.

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52 comments:

  1. kak,ni cookies org rajin! *piring 2nd tu cantik.:) tried yr onion bialys..excellent!tak sempat ambil gambar,nanti blh buat lg...i think kalau makan dgn sour cream mcm bagels mesti sedap! :)

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  2. Hermosa receta muy artística me encanta,felicitaciones,abrazos grandes.

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  3. Looks damn pretty and fantastic cookies..

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  4. so impressive!... you are a talent my dear!... I love them and will give them a go on the rare day off I don't have!

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  5. Wow, awesome job done..beautiful looking cookies..have to try this one out soon.

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  6. wow tht's impressive ..infact I was thinking about these beauty ...great work and lovely pic

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  7. WOW! Those look amazing!!

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  8. Love how neat they look ~ awesome bake as always!
    USMasala

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  9. Your checkerboard cookies look awesome. I would actually buy them if I saw them at a bakery. YOu are talented to be able to make these so perfectly.

    As far as making them at home..mine flopped so I will not be doing that again. They tasted good but the presentation was clearly off.

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  10. sono davvero molto belli! perfetti! brava un bel lavoro!

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  11. wow looks delicious and wonderful clicks .... following u ........

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  12. cookies look wonderful!!!sooo pretty..

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  13. Wonderful recipe. These cookies would be great for a little friendly gathering. Sure to impress.

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  14. wow, beautiful cookies,great job dear !!

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  15. beautifully tempting cookies

    http://panchamrutham.blogspot.com

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  16. Tempting checkerboard cookies are !

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  17. These look so cute and super tempting. I remember seeing these on the net and I still not have the guts to try this. You did these perfectly.

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  18. looks perfect...first time here...following you. hope you will too.

    -Aarthi @munchmunchcrunchcrunch

    HLI-DATES

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  19. Splendid job !! You are the Guru !! very neatly done

    Deepa
    Hamaree Rasoi

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  20. perfect and lovely super delicious... delight for eyes ...
    www.rajafood.blogspot.com

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  21. Super fun ... and even better that they're not complicated! :D

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  22. The extra effort is definitely worth it cause these look great!

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  23. OMG this looks so delicious...can't wait to try this!!

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  24. OMG this looks so delicious...can't wait to try this!!

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  25. That's an interesting set of cookies.

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  26. Love it simply. They look so tempting.

    Cheers,
    Uma

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  27. absolutely irresistible recipe...awesome clicks too..!

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  28. wow, this looks like it came from a box!!! wowzers!

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  29. hi treat and trick- i used top eat these checkered cookies a long time ago and don't seem to see them anymore these days.. thanks for reviving a great recipe.
    ps. your plate looks very unique

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  30. Just mouthwatering...looks so easy to prepare and delicious!

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  31. Hello, I'm a new gfc follower of your blog from "Say Hi Sunday":)
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  32. Pretty cookies Iam sure it is a treat to your taste buds as it is to the eyes.

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  33. I do love a cookie with a classy look and these have such a pretty pattern.

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  34. I'm your newest follower from the hop. check me out at http://hugatreewithme2.blogspot.com whenever u can

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  35. Great Looking Cookies! Might borrow the recipe to try with my daughter this weekend! Still trying to catch up from all the Sunday Hops! Follow back please @ http://www.pargasjunkyard.wordpress.com and/or on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pargas-Junkyard/259287017434763

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  36. Look original and special, I love it! gloria

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  37. Cookies are yummy.I love the checks ..

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  38. Hello!
    I'm following from Stalk Remix Blog Hop! I'm following you on Google Friend Connect, Twitter, Facebook, Networked Blogs, etc. as applicable!
    I'm sorry I'm a few days late - I had a busy weekend and am just now able to get back on the computer!

    Have a wonderful week!

    -Courtney P.
    http://couponingcourtney.blogspot.com

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  39. Incredible cookies. You make it all sound so easy. I'd love for you to share this post at my link party.
    http://whitelightsonwednesday.blogspot.com/2012/07/wednesday-whatsits-16.html

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  40. These cookies are soooo fun! I really like the look of them and I'm sure they'd be delicious too.

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