Sick of Kooky, Lopsided “Cookies-On-A-Stick”? Get ‘Em Right Every Time With Wilton’s Cookie Treat Sticks!
Written: Nov 05 '03
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Pros: Easy to use, don’t break down easily, can be colored or decorated.
Cons: You’ll need multiple packs if you are planning a party, can bend or warp easily.
The Bottom Line: Don’t waste your money on those overpriced “gourmet” cookies-on-a-stick, make your own for pennies!
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| Freak369's Full Review: Wilton Cookie Treat Sticks |
I am sure if I submit one more Wilton product review someone is going to send me hate mail. Well, I can’t promise that this will be the last … but I’ll try to wean off the Wilton line for a while. Why am I such a Wilton freak? They have a wide range of products, an above-average selection of cake decorating tools and offer something for almost every season. The staples of treat making are what are most often overlooked, that is until you start a project and remember that “one thing” that you absolutely had to have but forgot to pick up. For me its usually clear plastic treat bags, candy and lollipop sticks and cupcake liners. This Halloween I made a major goof and grabbed the wrong package off the hang tag and ended up with the cookie treat sticks when I meant to grab the lollipop sticks, no problem since they are basically the same paper based product with the only true difference being the size and length.
Wilton Cookie Treat Sticks
When it comes to the basics of making cookie pops or “cookies on a stick” all you really need is a good mold, a recipe that will yield semi rigid cookies and the right kind of stick. Ask anyone who has ever made these types of cookies and you’ll get two completely different stories about how to make them. The first group will say add the stick before you bake it and the other half will say press it into place when you remove it from the oven. I am part of the second group simply because the heat from baking can take a toll on the stick leaving it brown or discolored if you get any dough on it. Since these are the round sticks instead of the flat ones, pressing them into the still-soft dough is simple but you have to do it as soon as the pan is removed from the oven. If you feel comfortable you can press the stick into the raw dough before sliding the pan into the oven but if you are using a dough that rises slightly, it might move the stick off center or not connect and cover the dough – all that means is that there is more of a chance of it breaking off once it cools. You will also want to make sure that you press it high enough into the cookie, I usually try for three quarters of the way unto the cookie unless it is something that is short, then only half way.
The sticks themselves are made of rolled paper and look like the kind that are used for lollipops or suckers. The edges are blunt but can still cause injury if a child is running around with one in their mouth so reserve this for the five and older crowd. If safety is a real issue you can cover the bottom with wax or a marshmallow – it might not look all that cool but it helps to prevent injuries. These won’t break down quickly unless they are exposed to water, moisture or high humidity so make sure you store them in a cool dry place, preferably flat or stored tightly to avoid bending or warping.
Sizes
You can purchase these in two sizes, the six inch [1912-9319] or eight inch [1912-9318] variety. Each come twenty to a package however if you need a larger assortment, check your local cake decorating store for the larger packs. I’ve only seen the 50 and larger packages around the holidays but since this is a year round type of supply, you could purchase one of the larger packs and save some money in the long run. Both packs have a suggested retail price of about $1.99 and can be found at places like Wal-Mart, Michaels and candy making supply stores. If you are having trouble finding these locally, you can also obtain them at the Wilton Online Store
Lollipop Sticks Vs. Cookie Sticks
To me there is no real difference between the two and it’s usually personal preference when picking one over the other. For making cookie bouquets or displaying them, it’s best to go with the longer ones so you can have room to bag and bow them without having to fumble around with them and possibly drop them. Regardless of which you choose for your cookie treats, both Wilton varieties can be decorated or colored for a little added extra touch of flair. When picking out the perfect stick, check out the different varieties that are available and pick the one that’s best for your needs – which sometimes isn’t what it was originally intended for. Make sure you read the warnings and instructions before putting them in the over as some of them have a protective wax covering / decoration that will melt if exposed to high heat.
The Bottom Line
Both of these sticks are great for making “treats on a stick” and aren’t really limited to cookies. You can use these for brownies, mini cupcakes and larger chocolate molds. The only real care than needs to be taken is in regards to storage to keep them from getting bend or warped – other than that, this is a useful tool to have in your kitchen to perk up ordinary cookies. As a side note, these are also great for making chocolate covered strawberries, simply slide the stick into the top of the berry, dunk in chocolate and lay it on a piece of parchment paper or stand them up on a piece of thick styrofoam. These make inexpensive treats for friends, parties or make a bouquet out of them for a baby shower to pass around.
As always, thanks for the read!
^V^ Freak ^V^
© 2003 Freak369
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Recommended:
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Amount Paid (US$): $1.99
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