Shredded Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies
from ButterYum
makes 2-3 dozen
Ingredients
1 cup finely processed frosted shredded wheat crumbs
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
8 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
Heat oven to 375F.
Process cereal crumbs in a food processor or blender until finely ground.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until well blended; add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; add to flour mixture and stir to combine.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Drop by rounded tablespoon onto a lightly greased cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Cool completely; store in an airtight container.
Notes:
For a slightly healthier version that doesn't affect the flavor or texture of these cookies at all, replace 1/4 cup of the cookie crumbs with an equal amount of wheat germ, ground flaxseed, or a combination of both.
Recipe can be doubled, but only if you plan to bake the cookie dough right away (dough get's dry as it sits).