Gumdrops

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Chewy, sweet gumdrop cookies with a delightful oats and coconut exterior, perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth or sharing at gatherings. The combination of flavors and textures makes these treats appealing to all ages, offering a nostalgic and indulgent snack or dessert option.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3 c. oats
  • 1/2 c. gumdrops

Instructions

  1. Cream the shortening, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and water together until well combined.
  2. Sift the flour, baking powder, soda, and salt, then gradually add into the creamed mixture.
  3. Stir in the oats and gumdrops until evenly distributed.
  4. Shape the dough into balls and roll each ball in coconut.
  5. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

815 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV
Total Fat 29.9g 38% DV
Carbs 132.4g 48% DV
Fiber 5.2g 18% DV
Sugar 39.1g 78% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12531mg 100% DV
Potassium 438.8mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 69mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 1599.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.8mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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