The Wait is Over – New Girl Scout Cookie Flavors for 2022 are Here!
Who doesn’t love Girl Scout cookies? These sweet treats are not only delicious but they also support a great cause. With 2022 around the corner, it’s time to get excited about the new flavors that the Girl Scouts have come up with. Let’s explore the different flavors and even create some recipes that will have you craving for more!
2022 Girl Scout Cookie Flavors
The Girl Scouts are introducing two new flavors for 2022. Firstly, we have the Tangy Lemon-Ups which are crispy lemon-flavored cookies with uplifting messages on them. Secondly, we have the Toast-Yay!, which are French toast flavored cookies dipped in icing. These new flavors are sure to be a hit among cookie lovers.
Now, let’s get baking with these flavors and create two scrumptious recipes.
Recipe 1: Tangy Lemon-Ups Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 box of Tangy Lemon-Ups cookies
- 2 8-ounce packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Crush the Tangy Lemon-Ups cookies and mix them with melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and flour. Beat until well combined.
- Pour the mixture over the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cheesecake cool for a few minutes before slicing into bars. Enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 230
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 3g
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Tips:
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- If you want a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon juice.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake bars for a few hours before serving for a firmer texture.
Notes:
You can also use a food processor to crush the Tangy Lemon-Ups cookies for a finer texture.
Serving Suggestions:
Top the cheesecake bars with whipped cream and some lemon zest for a beautiful presentation.
Suggestions for Modifications and Variations to the Recipe:
You can substitute the Tangy Lemon-Ups cookies with any other lemon-flavored cookie of your choice.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: Yes, you can use low-fat cream cheese but it may affect the texture of the cheesecake bars.
Recipe 2: Toast-Yay! Ice Cream Sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 1 box of Toast-Yay! cookies
- 1 pint of vanilla ice cream
Instructions:
- Let the ice cream soften for a few minutes before scooping it onto a Toast-Yay! cookie.
- Place another Toast-Yay! cookie on top of the ice cream and gently press down.
- Repeat until you have made all the ice cream sandwiches.
- Freeze the ice cream sandwiches for an hour before serving. Enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 ice cream sandwich
Calories: 320
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Tips:
- You can use any flavor of ice cream that you like.
- Let the ice cream sandwiches sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for easier cutting.
- Wrap the ice cream sandwiches in plastic wrap and freeze for up to a week.
Notes:
You can also make mini ice cream sandwiches by using smaller cookies.
Serving Suggestions:
Roll the edges of the ice cream sandwiches in colorful sprinkles for a fun twist.
Suggestions for Modifications and Variations to the Recipe:
You can add some chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the ice cream for added texture.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use non-dairy ice cream?
A: Yes, you can use non-dairy ice cream but it may affect the flavor and texture of the ice cream sandwiches.
Final Thoughts
There you have it – two delicious recipes featuring the new Girl Scout cookie flavors for 2022. These cookies are not only a treat for your taste buds but also help support an amazing organization. So, get your apron on and start baking!