The Famous $250.00 Cookie Recipe: A Delicious Legend You Must Try!

Welcome to my West Virginia Kitchen!  One thing we are known for here in Appalachia is our story telling.  Now I don't usually get into this sort of thing on here, but who doesn't LOVE a great story revolving around the story of a recipe.  Today we are diving into the legend of the $250.00 Cookie Recipe. 

This famous cookie has a tale as rich as its taste, and we're excited to share it with you.  Whether you're a baking enthusiast or just love a good story, this blog post will satisfy your curiosity and sweet tooth.  I can't wait to share it with you so...

Let's Get Started!  

THE LEGEND BEHIND THE $250.00 COOKIE:

Apparently this took place in a Niemen-Marcus, and the story goes as follows....

"My daughter & I had just finished a salad at Neiman-Marcus Café in Dallas & decided to have a small dessert. Because our family are such cookie lovers, we decided to try the "Neiman-Marcus Cookie". It was so excellent that I asked if they would give me the recipe and they said with a small frown, "I'm afraid not." Well, I said, would you let me buy the recipe? With a cute smile, she said, "Yes." I asked how much, and she responded, "Two fifty." I said with approval, just add it to my tab.

Thirty days later, I received my VISA statement from Neiman-Marcus and it was $285.00. I looked again and I remembered I had only spent $9.95 for two salads and about $20.00 for a scarf. As I glanced at the bottom of the statement, it said, "Cookie Recipe - $250.00." Boy, was I upset!! I called Neiman's Accounting Dept. and told them the waitress said it was "two fifty," and I did not realize she meant $250.00 for a cookie recipe. I asked them to take back the recipe and reduce my bill and they said they were sorry, but because all the recipes were this expensive so not just everyone could duplicate any of our bakery recipes....the bill would stand. I waited, thinking of how I could get even or even try and get any of my money back.

I just said, "Okay, you folks got my $250.00 and now I'm going to have $250.00 worth of fun." I told her that I was going to see to it that every cookie lover will have a $250.00 cookie recipe from Neiman-Marcus for nothing. She replied, "I wish you wouldn't do this." I said, "I'm sorry but this is the only way I feel I could get even," and I will." 

Could you imagine!  Well, if YOU would like the illusive $250.00 Cookie, you will need to gather these ingredients:

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups Butter, softened
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar
• 2 cups Brown Sugar
• 4 Large Eggs
• 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 5 cups Blended Oatmeal (measure 5 cups of oatmeal, then blend to a fine powder)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Baking Powder
• 2 tsp Baking Soda
• 24 oz Chocolate Chips
• 1 (8 oz) Hershey Bar, grated
• 3 cup Nuts (your choice:  walnuts, pecans, or macadamia nuts)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat Your Oven:  Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:  In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.  
3. Add the Egg and Vanilla:  Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.  
4. Mix the Dry Ingredients:  In another bowl, combine the flour, blended oatmeal, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.  Gradually mix this into the butter and sugar mixture until well combined.  
5. Add the Chocolate and Nuts:  Stir in the chocolate chips, grated Hershey, bar, and chopped nuts. 
6. Shape the Cookie:  Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.  
7. Bake:  Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.  Be careful not to overbake!
8. Cool and Enjoy:  Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.  

STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOGRAPHS:

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR PERFECT $250.00 COOKIES:

• Use Quality Ingredients:  The taste of your cookies will significantly improve with high-quality butter, vanilla, and chocolate.  
• Don't Overmix:  Over Mixing the dough can lead to tough cookies.  mix just enough until the ingredients are combined.  
• Chill the Dough:  For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. 
• Experiment with Nuts:  Try Different types of nuts or even a mix to find your favorite combination.  

FAQs:

Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats?

Yes, you can use quick oats, but the texture might be slightly different.  Blending the oats into a fine powder is crucial for the recipe.  

Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Absolutely!  Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer safe bag.  Bake directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.  

What's the best way to store the cookies?

Store the cookie in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.  For longer storage, freeze them in an airtight container for up to three months.  

Whether the Legend of the $250.00 Cookie is true or just a delicious myth, one thing is certain:  these cookies are absolutely worth trying.  Share the story and the recipe with your friends and family, and enjoy the sweet taste of history in every bite.  

And as always...

Happy Eatin' Y'all

~The Kitchen Wife~