Cookie Lab

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to cast a spell on your taste buds with this magical episode of Cookie Lab! Join Chris & Jill as we whip up a batch of Harry Potter-inspired Butterbeer Cookies, perfect for celebrating Halloween. We will delve into the history of butterbeer, a beloved beverage from the Wizarding World. We'll also explore the science behind melting butterscotch chips to create th...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we celebrate Indigenous People's Day by exploring the rich history and deliciousness of Chef Tanya Bandt's Indian Cookies cookies. These traditional treats are a testament to the ingenuity and culinary skills of Indigenous peoples across North America. We'll delve into the history of Native American baking, highlighting the unique ingredients and techniqu...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we get spooky with our pre-Halloween episode of Cookie Lab! We're baking and tasting the New York Times Gochujang Cookies, a spicy and savory treat that's perfect for an adult Halloween party. We'll also delve into the science of fermentation, the process that gives these cookies their unique flavor. And don't forget about the magic of an...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill for this episode as we embark on a culinary adventure with the New York Times Brown Sugar Anise Cookies. These delightful treats are a perfect blend of sweet sugar and zesty anise flavor. We'll delve into the fascinating history of anise, a spice with a rich cultural heritage and unique flavor profile. We'll also explore the science behind anise and...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill as we take a trip down memory lane with animal crackers. These classic cookies have been a childhood favorite for generations, and we're excited to explore their history and the science behind their unique flavor. We'll introduce you to Princess Cake and Cookie Emulsion. We'll delve into the history of this emulsion and discuss the science behi...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill as we indulge in the delightful world of butterscotch chip cookies! We'll uncover the rich history of butterscotch, a beloved treat that has captured hearts and taste buds for hundreds of years. But that's not all! We'll also discuss a surprising fact: the yellow dye often found in butterscotch pudding mix can actually make mouse skin transluce...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill this week because we've baked a delicious and innovative recipe for Beer Cookies, a Celiac-friendly treat that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and your love for craft beer. Using a gluten-reduced IPA from the Alchemist Brewery, we've managed to capture the essence of beer in a cookie. Join us as we explore the history of beer, from its ancie...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a chocolatey explosion! Join Chris & Jill as we visit the delectable world of Schmakery's Chocolate Explosion Cookie, a NYC-based treat that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. We'll uncover the fascinating history of this cookie and explore the science behind its unique ingredients. From theobromine, the compound that gives chocolate its bitter ed...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill for the final episode of Chocolate Chip Cookie Month! We're creating a cookie extravaganza: Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Cones! We'll bite into the history of ice cream cones and uncover the science behind shaping warm cookies into delicious cones. Get ready for a sweet and informative month finale! Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill this week on Cookie Lab as we feature the fast food phenomenon of the limited-time offer (LTO). Our target? Subway's infamous Foot Long Chocolate Chip Cookie. We're baking a copycat version and exploring the psychology behind why we crave these elusive treats. From the science of scarcity to the allure of the oversized, we'll break down the mar...

Send us Fan Mail Dear Listener, If you have a particular fondness for disappointment and despair, then this episode of Cookie Lab may be of interest to you. In our relentless pursuit of culinary calamity, we have attempted to recreate a recipe for the most abominable chocolate chip cookie imaginable. The results, as you might expect, were nothing short of catastrophic. And by catastrophic, we mean...

Send us Fan Mail Chip, Chip, Hooray! It's Chocolate Chip Cookie Month!! Join Chris and Jill as they roll up their sleeves and attempt to recreate the legendary Mama KKelce'schocolate chip cookie recipe. Join them as they measure, mix, and bake their way to cookie perfection (or at least a delicious approximation). But the fun doesn't stop there! After indulging in their warm, gooey...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we take on a challenge that’s as simple as it is intriguing: the New York Times Three-Ingredient Cookie—can we make it better?!? The commentators hate this cookie. Does refrigeration help? We believe it's something else altogether. We’ll dive deep into the science behind this minimalist recipe. Join us as we bake, taste, and analyze our way to cookie pe...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we put our baking skills to the test when we attempt to recreate the perfect Pepperidge Farm Milano cookie. Do they have that signature crunch and melt-in-your-mouth experience? We'll share our baking tips, taste-test our creations, and ultimately determine if we've cracked the code on this iconic cookie. So grab a cup of coffee and get ready to in...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill as we take a deep dive into the internet-famous NYT Three-Ingredient Cookies. These minimalist treats promise big flavor with a shockingly short ingredient list. But can simplicity truly deliver a satisfying cookie experience? But it's not just about the recipe. We'll be dissecting the science behind these cookies. What happens when you only use thr...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we serve up a slice of nostalgia (and maybe a heaping spoonful of science) with everyone's favorite childhood treat: Banana Cream Pie Cookies! But before we dig in, we're taking a trip down memory lane to explore the fascinating history of banana cream pie. We'll uncover its surprising origins (it's not as old as you might think!), and tr...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill as we sink our teeth into the delightful world of Rugelach. But this episode isn't just about taste! We'll also be venturing into the fascinating history of Rugelach. Where did these pastries originate? How have their recipes evolved? And what makes them such a beloved treat across cultures? Of course, no pastry episode is complete without science,...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill for the first strawberries of summer.  There is no better way to eat them than on a chocolate cookie with cream cheese frosting!  You're welcome Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies write to us a...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we delve into the delicious depths of the Chocolate Espresso Pepper Cookie. We'll explore the perfect balance between rich chocolate, bold espresso, and a hint of fiery pepper. Is it a match made in heaven or a culinary catastrophe? We'll dissect the flavor profile and debate whether Columbus was a brilliant pepper marketer or a disingenuous pepper...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill as we taste another New York Times cookie recipe, the Rainbow Rave Cookie.  This cookie is honestly a rainbow of flavors and textures.  Will we tell each other to "Keep your paws off my cookie?" Tune in to find out. Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/4299...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill as we enjoy this chewy, pistachio nut-filled cookie.   Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies write to us at cookielabpod@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris and Jill for the history and science of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Blossom Cookie.  It is a study rich in Dynamic Sensory Contrast!! Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies write to us at cookielabpod@gmail...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill for a delightful and germ-free version of Cookie Dough you can eat with a spoon, a pretzel, or a Nilla Wafer!  You will thank us later Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies write to us at cookielabpod@...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chirs & Jill for this cookie that might be right in time for Mother's Day!  It's yummy and a little healthy. Just right to make for your mom! Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies write to us at cookielab...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chris & Jill for a deep dive into flourless cookies for Passover.  We have it all: history, protein science, potato starch, and chocolate all wrapped up in this one cookie!  Click here to shop at the Cookie Lab Store Join our FB Group for free access to the Cookie Recipe! https://www.facebook.com/groups/429934808628615 Follow us on TikTok to see how we make the cookies wr...