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Washboard Cookies Recipe Guide with Baking Flour Tips and Cookie Calories

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These classic washboard cookies blend chewy oats, toasted coconut, and buttery cornflake crunch into a nostalgic treat. Shaped using a cookie press or fork for that signature ridged finish, they bake golden and crisp on the edges with soft, hearty centers. Perfect for holiday gifting, afternoon snacks, or freezing for later — they’re as practical as they are delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup crushed cornflakes

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.

Stir in the oats, shredded coconut, and crushed cornflakes.

Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Flatten each cookie slightly using a fork to create a washboard pattern.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your homemade washboard cookies! Let me know if you’d like to adjust or flavor them further.

Notes

  • Make sure butter is truly softened, not melted.

  • Use finely crushed cornflakes for easier shaping.

  • Chill dough if using a cookie press and it feels sticky.

  • Store at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Add spices or nuts for a custom flavor twist.

  • Great with tea, coffee, or crumbled over ice cream.

  • For lower calories, reduce butter slightly and use coconut sugar.

  • Use scoop-and-level method for flour to prevent dryness.

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