Best 4 Frosted Malted Milk Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the delectable delight of Frosted Malted Milk Cookies, a harmonious blend of nostalgic flavors and modern-day indulgence. These cookies are a delightful tribute to the classic malted milk beverage, capturing its essence in a delectable, bite-sized form. As you sink your teeth into these soft and chewy cookies, a symphony of flavors unfolds, tantalizing your taste buds with a perfect balance of sweetness, maltiness, and a hint of vanilla. Each cookie is lovingly frosted with a creamy, velvety frosting, adding an extra layer of richness and decadence. This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating both the cookies and the frosting, ensuring a perfect treat every time. Additionally, delightful variations such as chocolate-dipped cookies and malted milk cookie bars are included, offering exciting ways to elevate your baking experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the realm of sweet satisfaction.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MALTED MILK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup golden brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 whole eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup (rounded) malted milk powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
One 12-ounce bag milk chocolate chips

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Cream the butter, then add both sugars and cream until fluffy. Add the eggs and beat slightly, then add the vanilla and beat until combined. Add the malted milk powder and beat until combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Add to the butter mixture, beating gently until just combined. Add the chocolate chips and stir in gently.
Drop by teaspoonfuls (or use a cookie scoop) on an ungreased baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between the cookies (they spread out quite a bit). Bake for 9 to 11 minutes. The cookies will be very flat and very chewy. Allow to cool slightly before removing from pan with a spatula.
Optional: Allow to cool completely, then use 2 cookies to make an ice cream sandwich. Add sprinkles to the sides of the ice cream, then wrap individually in plastic wrap.

MALTED MILK COOKIES

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"My daughter substituted crushed malted milk balls in our favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe to create these crisp treats," explains Audrey Metzger from Larchwood, Iowa. "They're so yummy fresh from the oven."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons instant chocolate drink mix
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups malted milk balls, crushed

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, drink mix, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in malted milk balls. , Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

FROSTED MALTED MILK COOKIES

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My family loves anything made with malt or chocolate malted milk balls, so these cookies are one of our favorites!-Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup malted milk powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup malted milk powder
1/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk
2 cups coarsely chopped malted milk balls

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, sour cream and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, malted milk powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Divide dough into 3 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets., Bake until edges are light brown, 10-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, malted milk powder, butter, vanilla and enough milk to reach a spreading consistency. Spread over cookies. Sprinkle with chopped candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SMALL-BATCH MALTED MILK-CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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One cookie is never enough, but you don't always want a huge batch either. Our Small-Batch Malted Milk-Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe is your delicious answer! Whip up an even dozen of these malted milk-chocolate chip cookies next time your sweet tooth comes calling.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2/3 cup Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour
2 tablespoons original-flavor malted milk powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix flour, malted milk powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
In medium bowl, beat softened butter and sugars with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon about 1 minute or until fluffy, scraping side of bowl occasionally.
Beat in egg yolk and vanilla until smooth. Stir in flour mixture just until blended (dough will be stiff). Stir in milk chocolate chips.
Onto large ungreased cookie sheet, drop 12 rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown (centers will be soft). Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Don't overmix the dough, or your cookies will be tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Bake the cookies at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.
For a smooth, even frosting, use a piping bag or a ziploc bag with the corner snipped off.

Conclusion:

Frosted Malted Milk Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that everyone will love. With their soft and chewy centers and creamy, malted frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So what are you waiting for? Give them a try today!