Yes, you read it right. These cookies are actually made using your favorite Cheeto puffs! Now, when you’re trying to decide between having something sweet or salty, you can just whip up a batch of these and handle both at once.
Who would have thought that the cheesy goodness of Cheetos and the sweetness of cookies would be a match made in tastebud heaven? (Probably my college self during a late-night snack attack…who’s with me?!)
If you’re looking for something different and delicious, this is certain to please.
Why You Should Give These Cheeto Cookies A Try
First off, I never say “no” to any type of cookie. Because what if I’ve said “no” to the best taste, ever? I’ll never forgive myself and will always long for that decision to be reversed.
I always say to give every cookie a chance because every cookie has the potential to be amazing.
And now that I’ve said that, I can assure you that these cookies are downright awesome. I was skeptical at first…but then after about the third cookie, I didn’t need any more convincing. (I did keep doing further research, just be on the safe side, though!)
Don’t forget to check out this Cookie Monster Cake for later!
Fun Ways to Enjoy These Cheeto Cookies
When you tell people that you’ve made homemade cookies using Cheeto’s, you’re likely going to get a few looks. And if you’re feeling kind that day, make up a batch and let them judge for themselves. They aren’t going to believe that you’re telling the truth until you make them and deliver them to their front door. (Just make certain that you hang around long enough to watch their eyes light up after the very first bite!)
And if you really don’t want to share – don’t. These cookies are sinfully good and there’s no reason to tempt anyone else with this amazing recipe discovery!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 5 cups of whole Cheetos puffs. (3 C for dough and 2 cups for coating)
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tbsp. cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter – room temp
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg room temperature
Directions:
1. Pre-heat oven 350 degrees
2. Add 3 cups of Cheeto Puffs in a ziploc bag, seal, and crush using a rolling pin.
3. Combine flour, Cheeto crumbs, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar, and mix together.
4. In a separate bowl add the butter, shortening and sugar, mix together. Then add egg and mix well again.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 1/2 batches and mix well.
6. Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
7. Roll the cookie dough into small cookie dough balls using a spoon or ice cream scoop.
8. Add the remaining ( 2 cups ) of Cheeto crumbs to a small bowl.
9. Roll each dough ball in the Cheeto crumbs
10. Place the dough balls on a parchment paper lined baking pan.
11. Bake for 10-12 minutes
12. Remove from the oven and let cookies cool before serving.
Enjoy.
Cheeto Cookies Recipe
Yes, you read it right. These cookies are actually made using your favorite Cheeto puffs! Now, when you're trying to decide between having something sweet or salty, you can just whip up a batch of these and handle both at once.
Who would have thought that the cheesy goodness of Cheetos and the sweetness of cookies would be a match made in tastebud heaven? (Probably my college self during a late-night snack attack...who's with me?!)
If you're looking for something different and delicious, this is certain to please.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 5 cups of whole Cheetos puffs. (3 C for dough and 2 cups for coating)
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tbsp. cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter - room temp
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg room temperature
Instructions
Pre-heat oven 350 degrees
Add 3 cups of Cheeto Puffs in a ziploc bag, seal, and crush using a rolling pin.
Combine flour, Cheeto crumbs, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar, and mix together.
In a separate bowl add the butter, shortening and sugar, mix together. Then add egg and mix well again.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 1/2 batches and mix well.
Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
Roll the cookie dough into small cookie dough balls using a spoon or ice cream scoop.
Add the remaining ( 2 cups ) of Cheeto crumbs to a small bowl.
Roll each dough ball in the Cheeto crumbs
Place the dough balls on a parchment paper lined baking pan.
Bake for 10-12 minutes
Remove from the oven and let cookies cool before serving.
Enjoy.