Side of the Trail Cookies

Use this recipe to make chocolate chip cookies that are great to take along on hikes or walks.

• Calories: 288 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 ½ cups peanut butter
• 3 cups quick cooking oats
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ½ cups shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 Degrees C).

Step 2

In mixing bowl, cream the shortening and peanut butter. Add the brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.

Step 3

Combine oats, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to creamed mixture and mix well.

Step 4

Add chocolate chips and mix in well.

Step 5

Drop by the rounded teaspoonful unto ungreased baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass. Bake for 12 minutes or until done.