I Tried 3 First Lady Cookie Recipes • Tasty

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are nut-free and can be more affordable.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: toasted oats

💰Cheaper: shredded wheat

Toasted oats add texture without coconut flavor.

Combine flour, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl.

In a large bowl, add vegetable shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.

Beat on medium speed until creamy.

Add eggs and mix until light and fluffy.

Gradually add the flour mixture and mix in the oats.

Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Using a rounded tablespoon, drop the batter onto greased baking sheets.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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