Hi Wanda, There are a few reasons your cookies could have a floury taste. The first reason could be that the flour was not measured properly. When using a measuring cup, lightly spoon the flour into the cup, then level off the top with a straight edge. The flour should be sifted before measuring. A second possibility is not mixing the dough long enough which could leave pockets of flour that were not incorporated into the dough. A third reason could be that the cookies were slightly underbaked which could leave a floury taste. I hope these tips help. Good luck. Happy baking and happy holidays.
For the frosting should that be confectionery sugar? Never heard of using white sugar.
Hi Carrie, You are correct. The recipe should call for confectioners sugar and has been updated. Happy baking!
Hi, can coconut oil and coconut milk be subbed for butter and milk? I have a family member that does not tolerate milk products well, even in baked goods. Thank you
Hi Deborah, While coconut oil and coconut milk can be used as substitutions for butter and milk we have not tested this recipe using these ingredients. Unfortunately we are not able to give insight as to the end result if the substitutions are made. We'd love to know the results if you try it. Happy baking!
Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
Hi Sandra, If baked according to the directions the Holiday Cookies should be slightly crisp on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. All ovens bake differently, so keep a close eye not to overbake. Happy baking!
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My cookie batter has a flour taste.
Hi Wanda, There are a few reasons your cookies could have a floury taste. The first reason could be that the flour was not measured properly. When using a measuring cup, lightly spoon the flour into the cup, then level off the top with a straight edge. The flour should be sifted before measuring. A second possibility is not mixing the dough long enough which could leave pockets of flour that were not incorporated into the dough. A third reason could be that the cookies were slightly underbaked which could leave a floury taste. I hope these tips help. Good luck. Happy baking and happy holidays.
For the frosting should that be confectionery sugar? Never heard of using white sugar.
Hi Carrie, You are correct. The recipe should call for confectioners sugar and has been updated. Happy baking!
Hi, can coconut oil and coconut milk be subbed for butter and milk? I have a family member that does not tolerate milk products well, even in baked goods. Thank you
Hi Deborah, While coconut oil and coconut milk can be used as substitutions for butter and milk we have not tested this recipe using these ingredients. Unfortunately we are not able to give insight as to the end result if the substitutions are made. We'd love to know the results if you try it. Happy baking!
Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
Hi Sandra, If baked according to the directions the Holiday Cookies should be slightly crisp on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. All ovens bake differently, so keep a close eye not to overbake. Happy baking!