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Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand®
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Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand®

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.8 (50 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand® offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 32g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 442 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand® offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand® to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand®, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 3 1/2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All
  • Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (14 ounce) can EAGLE BRAND®
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 3/4 cup butter or margarine,
  • softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • Colored sugar sprinkles (optional)
  • Confectioners' Sugar Glaze
  • (optional):
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract,
  • almond extract or lemon extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 dash food color (optional)
  • In small bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, with mixer on low speed, beat sweetened condensed

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

milk, butter, eggs and vanilla until combined

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Beat at medium speed for 1 minute, until smooth

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Add flour mixture and beat on low speed until combined. (If using portable mixer, use wooden spoon to stir in last portion of flour mixture.) Divide dough into thirds

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Wrap and chill dough about 2 hours or until easy to handle

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

Step 6: Technique & Execution

On lightly floured surface, roll out dough, one portion at a time, to 1/8-inch thickness; cut with floured cookie cutters

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories442 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein32gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates27gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat10gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand®

This chef-curated Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand® offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.8 from 50 votes
Cut-Out Cookies By Eagle Brand®
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories22% DV
442 kcal
Protein64% DV
32g
Fat13% DV
10g
Carbs10% DV
27g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

(optional)

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: milk, butter, eggs and vanilla until combined

2

Technique & Execution: Beat at medium speed for 1 minute, until smooth

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3

Technique & Execution: Add flour mixture and beat on low speed until combined. (If using portable mixer, use wooden spoon to stir in last portion of flour mixture.) Divide dough into thirds

4

Technique & Execution: Wrap and chill dough about 2 hours or until easy to handle

5

Technique & Execution: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

6

Technique & Execution: On lightly floured surface, roll out dough, one portion at a time, to 1/8-inch thickness; cut with floured cookie cutters

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep the components separate if possible to preserve texture.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently in a skillet on medium-low heat with a splash of olive oil or butter.
  • Freezing: Freezing is not recommended for this dish because ingredients like eggs become soggy, rubbery, or mushy when defrosted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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