Individual or Team of 2(2 teams per school, 1 alternate allowed)

Objectives: Prepare a recipemultiple times substituting or adding ingredients. Evaluate each recipe, paying close attention to the science behind the changes.

Rules:1. Prepare the cookie recipe provided and evaluate it on the grid.

  1. Prepare at least 2 variations of the basic recipe using substitutions or additions. Evaluate each recipe variation on the substitution grid paying careful attention to the science behind the changes.
  2. Display 4 cookies of one variation so the overall appearance and appeal is enhanced.
  3. Bring a copy of the grid and highlight the variation you brought to the contest. The grid will be read by the judges.
  4. Participants must bring 2 recipes typed on an 8½” x 11” piece of paper. One recipe will be given to the judge and one will be displayed with the product. Participant name and school should be included on the recipe.
  5. Participants will have designated table top space of 32 inches to display and enhance the appearance and appeal of their cookies.
  6. Participants will have 3-5 minutes with the judges to discuss their product enhancements, food preparation, and safety and sanitation techniques.
  1. Participants will have 15 minutes to set uptheir display according to their scheduled time posted at the event. Product must be platedin the presence of the judges. Proper safety and sanitation procedures should be followed.
  2. Advisors and spectators will NOT be allowed in the display area while the judges are conducting reviews.
  3. Participants will dress in a professional manner.

Questions may be directed to:

Gail Polejewski

507-537-2273

Baking Science Competition Recipe – 2016

Cookies

Ingredients:

2 ¼ cup flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

¾ cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  1. Combine flour, baking soda and salt.
  1. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  1. Gradually beat in flour mixture.
  1. Drop by rounded teaspoons unto ungreased baking sheets.
  1. Bake 9-11 minutes or until golden brown.
  1. Cool, remove to wire rack to complete cooling.

Substitution/Addition / Reason / Taste / Texture / Appearance / Originality
Example: shortening for butter / Less expensive / Less flavorful / Thicker and chewier / Thicker / Not Applicable
(N/A)
Original Recipe
1st Variation
2nd Variation
3rd Variation

Participant Name: School:

Participant Name: