Poor House Cookies

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves: 48 Cuisine: American

Poor House Cookies are classic, buttery treats with a satisfying crunch from chopped nuts. These simple cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a rich flavor with a hint of salt and the sweetness of sugar. Quick to make, they appeal to cookie lovers of all ages and skill levels.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • pinch of salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl.
  2. Beat in the egg until well combined.
  3. Mix together flour, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a greased cookie sheet.
  6. Sprinkle chopped nuts on top of each cookie.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

567 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.7g 13% DV
Total Fat 34.5g 44% DV
Carbs 59.4g 22% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 16602.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 403.5mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 83.5mg 6% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV

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

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