Cookie Sticks are a delightful treat with a tender interior and a satisfying crunch on the outside. Each cookie carries subtle notes of vanilla and chocolate, enhanced by sprinkles baked into the dough and a final coat of melted chocolate. These cookies are versatile, perfect for tea breaks, gatherings, or as a thoughtful addition to a gift box.
They are suitable for bakers of all levels who seek consistency and a polished result without excessive technical steps.
What are Cookie Sticks?
These are slender, biscuit-like cookies shaped into short "sticks" then dipped in chocolate. They sit somewhere between a classic tea biscuit and a light cookie. Originating from European biscuit traditions, these cookies have evolved into a universally loved snack, celebrated for their uniform shape, appealing texture, and ease of portioning.
Similar recipes exist worldwide, with some rolled in nuts or dusted with sugar. But this version adds chocolate sprinkles to the dough and a chocolate dip for extra fun.
Pro Tips for the Best Cookie Sticks
- Spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off. Using too much flour can dry the dough.
- If your dough feels sticky and hard to shape, pop it in the fridge for 20 minutes. It will firm up and make it easier to roll.
- When dividing and rolling the dough, keep the pieces the same size so all cookies bake uniformly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What yield should I expect from this recipe?
This method divides the dough into 8 loaves and then into 4 parts each, giving about 32 cookie sticks.
Can I swap the vegetable oil for butter?
Yes, melted butter will give a richer flavor. Replace the 100ml vegetable oil with 100g melted unsalted butter for a slightly softer, more buttery cookie.
How do I stop the cookies from spreading too much?
Ensure the dough is not too warm before shaping. If it’s soft, chill, and also avoid flattening the fingers to keep them slightly rounded.
How long does the chocolate stay shiny after dipping?
If you temper the chocolate properly, it stays glossy longer. If you simply melt and dip, the chocolate will still set nicely but may lose some shine after a day or two.
Can I Freeze Cookie Sticks?
Yes, freeze with parchment layers between them for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before dipping in chocolate before serving. However, if you freeze already dipped cookies, the chocolate may develop a slight bloom over time.
How to Store Cookie Sticks
You can preserve dipped cookies at room temperature for up to 5 days. Also, refrigerating the cookies will allow you to store them for longer.
Ingredients
How to Make Cookie Sticks
Mix eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla essence.
Mix eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla essence.
Mix in chocolate sprinkles with a spatula so they’re evenly distributed through the dough.
Add to your wet ingredients, flour, baking powder, and vegetable oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Shape the dough into a single loaf and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece into a thin log.
Mix in chocolate sprinkles with a spatula so they’re evenly distributed through the dough.
Split each log into 4 parts.
Shape the dough into a single loaf and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece into a thin log.
Transfer to the prepared tray and bake at 170°C/338°F for 30 minutes. Dip both sides of each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
Split each log into 4 parts.
Place dipped cookies on a rack to set, arrange on a plate, and serve with tea or coffee.
Transfer to the prepared tray and bake at 170°C/338°F for 30 minutes. Dip both sides of each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
Place dipped cookies on a rack to set, arrange on a plate, and serve with tea or coffee.
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