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One Dough to Rule Them All! (The Master Cookie Dough Episode) 🍪👑

Welcome, Fellowship of Bakers! This week on Cookie Lab, we've embarked on an epic quest to create the legendary Master Cookie Dough Recipe—the one dough to rule all cookie cravings! We’re putting it to the test right away with a batch of colorful M&M Cookies.

But this isn't just about mixing and baking; we’re giving you the deep dive on the secrets of the baking realm:

• The History of Leavening: We'll unveil the surprising history of Baking Soda and how this humble pantry staple transformed baking forever.
• Mixing Magic: Ever wonder what happens when you cream butter and sugar? We break down the science of mixing ingredients so you can achieve perfect texture every time.
• The Secret Scroll: We share our detailed process and, most importantly, our Master Cookie Dough Recipe! Prepare to retire all your other dough recipes.

Grab your whisk and tune in for the episode that ends the tyranny of mediocre cookies!

Cookie Lab Master Gluten-Free Cookie Dough

- 226g unsalted butter, softened

- 200g granulated sugar

- 220g light brown sugar, packed

- 2 large eggs (room temp)

- 2 tsp vanilla extract

- 420g gluten-free flour blend

- 1 tsp cornstarch

- 1/2 tsp baking soda

- 1 tsp baking powder

- 1 tsp salt

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Swedish Fish Pizza - It's a Thing! 🍕🍬

This week on Cookie Lab, we're taking "pizza night" to a whole new level of weird and wonderful. We're making and tasting a Peanut Butter Swedish Fish Pizza! Prepare yourself for a sweet, salty, and shockingly delicious combination that you simply have to hear to believe.

We'll be diving into the surprising history of Swedish Fish, from their Scandinavian beginnings to becoming a movie-theater candy staple. And for the science geeks (and everyone else!), we're exploring the fascinating chemistry of invert sugar, a key ingredient that gives Swedish Fish their iconic chewiness and glossy look.

Is it a cookie? Is it a pizza? Is it a work of art? Tune in to find out!

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Triple Biscoff Cookies! 🍪✈️

Get ready to jet set with your taste buds this week on Cookie Lab! We're celebrating that iconic, caramelized, and impossibly crunchy cookie in a spectacular way: Triple Biscoff Cookies! That's right—we're talking crumbled Biscoff in the dough, a surprise Biscoff butter filling, and a perfect Biscoff cookie on top.

Join us as we explore the surprising history of speculoos butter, which has taken the world by storm. Plus, we're diving into the delicious and complex science behind cardamom, the key spice that gives these cookies their signature flavor.

So grab your coffee (or your favorite spread) and get ready for an episode that's all about the sweet, spiced, and scientifically fascinating world of Biscoff.

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Show Note: Biscoff Cookie Bonanza! 🍪✈️

Get ready to jet set with your taste buds this week on Cookie Lab! We're celebrating that iconic, caramelized, and impossibly crunchy cookie that you love on airplanes and in your favorite spreads: the Biscoff!

Join us as we explore the surprising history of this European classic, from its origins as a Belgian "speculoos" cookie to its global domination. Plus, we're getting into the delicious science of what makes these cookies so perfectly brown and crispy. We'll uncover the secrets behind that deep caramel flavor and brittle texture.

So grab your coffee (or your favorite spread) and get ready for an episode that's all about the sweet, spiced, and scientifically fascinating world of Biscoff.

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Movie Popcorn Cookies! A Salty, Sweet Treat! 🍿🍪

This week on Cookie Lab, we're taking our love for chocolate chip cookies to the movies! We're making and tasting Movie Teater Cookies with real popcorn and Raisinets!

We’ll explore the buttery history of popcorn, from ancient civilizations to the movie theaters we know and love. We're also popping into the fascinating science behind how a simple kernel transforms into that fluffy, delicious treat.

Is this the most cinematic cookie ever? You'll have to listen to find out! Grab your snack buddy and get ready for a fun, surprising, and absolutely delicious episode.

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Recipe at: https://www.bluebonnetbaker.com/movie-theatre-cookies-recipe/

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Waffle Iron Cookies! The Grand Chocolate Chip Finale! 🧇🍪

Get ready for the most gloriously textured, grid-marked, and delicious finale of Chocolate Chip Cookie Month! This week on Cookie Lab, we're not just baking, we're waffle-baking! In honor of National Waffle Iron Day, we’re making and tasting the ultimate mash-up: Chocolate Chip Cookies in a Waffle Iron!

We'll be diving into the rich history of the Waffle Iron, a journey from its accidental invention to its legendary status. But wait, there's more! We're also exploring the fascinating science of baking with the waffle iron itself and the surprisingly simple science behind how those iconic grids turn a glob of dough into a perfectly crispy-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside cookie.

It's a celebratory episode packed with so much delicious information that you'll never look at your waffle iron the same way again. Don't miss this tasty, textured, and truly monumental episode!

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Chocolate Chip Parmesan Cookies: A Savory Twist! 🍫🧀

Get ready for an episode that's going to challenge your taste buds in the best way possible! This week on Cookie Lab, we're making and tasting something truly unique: Chocolate Chip Parmesan Cookies! We're adding a savory, nutty twist to the classic cookie you know and love.

But this isn't just about a new recipe. We're also exploring the rich history of Parmesan cheese and delving into the quirky science of butyric acid. We'll explain why this compound, a key component of Parmesan's flavor, can sometimes be associated with... less-than-pleasant smells (like vomit!). But don't worry, we're here to prove that in the right context, it's absolutely delicious and these cookies definitely do not smell like vomit!

Plus, don't forget: Cookie Lab is also available on YouTube! Head over to our channel to watch all the savory and sweet baking action unfold.

A huge thank you to our fantastic sponsor, Mightylicious Gluten Free Flour! We'll share how their flour helps us achieve that perfect chewiness, even when we're mixing sweet and savory flavors.

Tune in for an episode that proves it's okay to get a little cheesy in the kitchen!

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Blueberry Color-Changers! (Cookies that are a science experiment!) 🫐🧪

Get ready for an episode that's both delicious and educational! This week on Cookie Lab, for chocolate chip cookie month, we're whipping up a batch of Blueberry Chip Cookies that are a lot more than just tasty—they're a living science experiment! We're making cookies that double as a pH indicator, and you'll get to see the color change right before your eyes.

Join us as we explore the sweet history of the blueberry, from its wild origins to its place in your favorite desserts. Then, prepare to have your mind blown as we dive into the science of anthocyanins, the compound responsible for the blueberry's incredible color. We'll explain exactly why and how they change color in the presence of acids and bases.

But the learning doesn't stop there! We're also introducing you to the pi bond, a fundamental concept in chemistry that helps explain this colorful phenomenon. You heard it here first on Cookie Lab!

Tune in for a truly mind-bending episode that proves baking isn't just about deliciousness—it's about a little bit of chemistry, too!

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