Wheels Of Steel Recipe

A nostalgic blast from the past! This kid-friendly recipe, straight from a 1978 cookbook, delivers wholesome, delicious cookies packed with whole grains, fruit, and protein. Easier than other similar recipes, these 'Wheels of Steel' are simple to make, perfect for a fun baking session with the family. Get ready for chewy, fruity, and subtly nutty cookies that everyone will adore!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 265.9 kcal
Protein 12g
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Wheels Of Steel 54

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Ingredients for Wheels Of Steel

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How to Make Wheels Of Steel

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter until smooth.
  3. Add 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat well until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup wheat germ, ½ cup nonfat dry milk powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in ½ cup milk, 1 cup rolled oats, and 1 cup raisins.
  7. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto a greased cookie sheet, leaving about an inch between each cookie. Gently flatten each spoonful into a circle.
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional) and press gently into the dough.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They are fragile when warm!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

28g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Wheels Of Steel?

Wheels Of Steel takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Wheels Of Steel?

Wheels Of Steel has approximately 265.9 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Wheels Of Steel?

The key ingredients for Wheels Of Steel are Butter, Peanut Butter, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla, Whole Wheat Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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