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* Exported from MasterCook *

Crunchy Caramel Cookies

Recipe By :Betty Crocker
Serving Size : 60 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cookies Formed


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups instant mashed potatoes (dry)
1/2 cup butter or margarine
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs -- slightly beaten
1/2 cup chopped nuts, flaked coconut or toffee or
chocolate chips -- of choice

Heat oven to 350ºF.
Stir together flour and baking soda. Set aside.
Reserve 1 cup of the mashed potatoes (dry).
Microwave butter in large microwavable bowl uncovered on High until melted.
Stir in sugars, flour mixture, vanilla, eggs, remaining 2 cups mashed
potatoes (dry) and the nuts.
Let dough stand 5 minutes.
Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in reserved mashed potatoes (dry),
pressing firmly so potatoes stick to balls.
Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Cool completely on wire rack.