I call these cutout cookies "chocolate sugar cookies" because to me, they are very much the chocolate version of the more common, plain vanilla, sugar cookies. I have to tell you that taking out a rolling pin for cookies is not my favorite thing to do. It involves more work and clean up but more importantly, the crisp texture of these types of cookies is not something I yearn for. Don't get me wrong, I like them...but I don't crave them. And something always seems to go a bit wrong in the process of making roll-out/cut-out cookies. Either the dough keeps cracking or it's too sticky or I over or under-bake them a bit. I've just learned to let go and realize that it doesn't need to be perfect and it won't be. As long as it tastes good, it works. So that being said, I do make roll out cookies on occasion - particularly during holidays like Christmas and Valentine's Day. It's also really cute for kids since they like the fun shapes you can make. My son likes them and it's fun to pack a few as a school snack.
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| This was my attempt at making the cookies more interesting by sticking them in this dish. Didn't work too well...forgive me because it was a very hot day and I was pressed for time. |
