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Cleaning

1.

Disassemble and wash all parts
except motor in hot, soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Do NOT wash in an automatic

dishwasher.

• Use a bottle brush to clean the

inside of the barrel.

2.

Remove batteries. Wipe motor 
with a damp cloth or sponge. 
Dry thoroughly.

3.

Do not immerse motor in water. 
Do not disassemble of attempt to
lubricate the motor.

4.

It is recommended that the cookie
press be stored with the batteries
removed.

1.

Ingredients (onion, green pepper,
meat, tuna, seafood, cheese, nuts,
hard cooked eggs, cereal, oatmeal,
chocolate chips, raisins, etc.) must
be 

very finely

chopped, minced, or

grated before being added to dough
or mixtures.

2.

Packaged ingredients (chopped
nuts, shredded cheese, grated
coconut, etc.) must be 

very finely

chopped or grated again before
using.

3.

Measure flower by lightly spooning
it into measuring cups, then leveling
it off with a straight-edge knife.

4.

Sift brown sugar and powdered
sugar before measuring to remove
lumps and ensure a smooth dough.

5.

Dough and mixtures should be 
pliable before use to extrude easily.

6.

If cookie dough is sticky, refrigerate
10-15 minutes before using.

7.

Spoon soft mixture into barrel and
press food down lightly.

8.

Shape stiff dough into small balls,
drop into barrel and press dough
down lightly to eliminate large air
pockets.

9.

The cookie press may be operated
when barrel is partially filled.

10.

Once dough or mixtures have been
loaded into barrel, they should be
used immediately.

11.

Discs may be changed at any time
whole the barrel is loaded by simply
removing the barrel cap. Do not
touch trigger while changing discs.

12.

The number of cookies, crackers,
mints, etc. made from one recipe
will depend on the size of the 
cookies, crackers, etc. pressed. 
The faster you move the unit, the
smaller the cookies.

13.

When using the decorator tip,
release the trigger before you finish
making the desired shape, but con-
tinue to move the unit.

14.

Stop the flow of dough or mixture
from the decorator tip by quickly
pushing the decorator tip in and out
of the food one time.

15.

For best results, use baking sheets
that do not have a non-stick surface
(uncoated).

Operating Tips and Tricks

Summary of Contents for Cookie Press and Cake & Food Decorator

Page 1: ...kie Press and Cake Food Decorator 840113300 Important Safeguards 2 Know Your Cookie Press 2 Operating Instructions 4 Cleaning 7 Recipes 9 Customer Service 18 In USA 1 800 851 8900 In Canada 1 800 267 2826 ...

Page 2: ...nce malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner 5 Remove batteries when the cookie press is not in use and before cleaning 6 Avoid contact with moving parts 7 Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children 8 The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Hamilton Beach Proctor Silex may damage the cookie press 9 For household use only 10 Do not use outdoors 11 Do not use a...

Page 3: ...etc Decorator Tip Use decorator tip with soft dough to prepare appetizers candies and desserts to fill pasta and to garnish casseroles and desserts Filler Tip Use filler tip with thin mixtures to fill pastries Ribbon Heart Jewel Diamond Snowman Car Tulip Shell Tree Star Sparkler Gingerbread Man ...

Page 4: ...the hollow shaft Then line up the ridges on the inside of the barrel with the notches on the pusher plate Slide the barrel onto the motor Turn the barrel clockwise and lock it into place 5 Fill barrel with desired mixture press food down lightly to remove air pockets NOTE Cookie dough must be freshly made Cookie dough that has been refrig erated overnight is not recommended 6 Select desired disc o...

Page 5: ...okie press upright on baking sheet hold with one hand 3 Squeeze trigger continuously touch baking sheet with 3 barrel cap feet for each cookie mint etc 4 To make uniform cookies quickly and easily establish a rhythm by counting For example one thousand one touch baking sheet One thousand two lift unit and move One thousand three touch baking sheet etc Alternative method Squeeze then release trigge...

Page 6: ... bles desserts garnishes candies etc Rosettes Gradually lift unit straight up until mixture is desired shape and height Uses Garnishes appetizers candies etc Zigzag lines Make a series of small S movements to desired width Uses Appetizers borders garnishes etc Strips Move unit in a straight line until mixture is desired length Uses Desserts borders cookies pasta Moving the unit faster produces a t...

Page 7: ... smooth dough 5 Dough and mixtures should be pliable before use to extrude easily 6 If cookie dough is sticky refrigerate 10 15 minutes before using 7 Spoon soft mixture into barrel and press food down lightly 8 Shape stiff dough into small balls drop into barrel and press dough down lightly to eliminate large air pockets 9 The cookie press may be operated when barrel is partially filled 10 Once d...

Page 8: ...ing sheet in order to form a cookie or mint As the unit is lifted from the cookie sheet the flow of dough is cut forming a cookie or mint Be sure to use uncoated ungreased baking sheets 5 Can you decorate a cake with the cookie press The cookie press can be used to make attractive borders edges and garnishes on cakes and many other desserts Stiff icings frostings work best 6 Can you use the cookie...

Page 9: ... eggs in half lengthwise Remove yolks and place in food processor Process until finely chopped Add mayonnaise sugar mustard salt and pepper Process until smooth Arrange egg whites on serving plate or tray Blot tops of eggs with paper towel to remove any excess moisture Assemble and fill cookie press with yolk mixture Using decorator tip fill egg whites with mixture Garnish as desired Makes 24 devi...

Page 10: ...stews or shepherd s pie Prepare mashed potatoes as usual making sure they have a smooth thick consistency Two cups will fill barrel Use decorator tip Butter rosettes are an elegant addition to dinner parties and buffets They also add an artistic touch to pancakes and waffles at a festive brunch Use whipped butter or margarine directly from the refrigerator 8 oz will fill barrel Refrigerate or free...

Page 11: ...1 tablespoon caraway seeds Sour Cream Chives Substitute 1 2 cup sour cream for butter and milk add 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives 1 teaspoon salt 1 8 teaspoon pepper 1 4 1 2 cup milk Chicken Manicotti 8 manicotti tubes cooked 1 4 cup butter or margarine 1 2 pound mushrooms sliced 2 cups cooked chicken finely chopped 1 2 cup parsley finely minced 1 2 cup fresh white bread crumbs 1 4 cup onion ...

Page 12: ...gently Basic Spritz Cookies 1 2 cup butter or margarine softened 1 2 cup vegetable shortening 3 4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg Place butter and shortening in large mixing bowl Cream together on medium high speed Add sugar gradually Beat until light and fluffy about 5 minutes Add egg and vanilla mix well using medium speed Combine flour baking powder and salt in separate bowl Add to butter suga...

Page 13: ...ar 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed 1 large egg 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 2 cup wheat germ Place butter in large mixing bowl and cream thoroughly on medium high speed Add sugars gradually Beat until light and fluffy Add egg applesauce and wheat germ mix well using medium speed Combine flour baking soda cinnamon pumpkin pie spice and salt in a separate bowl Add to applesauce mixture in three 3 ...

Page 14: ...am pies puddings shortcakes gelatin cobblers fruit cups etc with sweetened whipped cream Sweetened whipped cream cheese rosettes and borders are attractive when used to decorate desserts such as carrot cake Whip cream cheese until fluffy add sugar 12 oz fills barrel Mints make attractive cake decorations Use the above ideas as guides when creating your own garnishes Frozen Yogurt Pie 2 containers ...

Page 15: ... and fill with meat cheese or seafood fillings Makes 42 miniature cream puffs Eclairs Prepare cream puff mixture Using decorator tip make 3 inch long strips 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet Bake at 450 F for 15 minutes reduce to 350 F and continue baking for 30 minutes or until eclairs are golden brown with dry rigid sides Make a slit in the side of each eclair with a small sharp knife Cool ...

Page 16: ...l cookie press with chocolate mixture use decorator tip On waxed paper lined baking sheet make mounds 1 inch in diameter and 3 4 inch in height Top with crystallized lilacs if desired Allow to stand several hours or overnight until Kisses can be easily removed from baking sheets with spatula Makes 7 dozen Kisses Variations Chocolate stars Make rosettes instead of mounds Mints 1 package 3 oz cream ...

Page 17: ...ed 3 minutes until creamy Add milk beat on low speed until well blended Gradually add powdered sugar Beat on high speed 1 minute Add vanilla and food color Beat on high speed 1 minute until light and fluffy Assemble and fill cookie press with frosting use decorator tip Makes 5 cups frosting 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange peel 1 tablespoon orange juice 2 teaspoons vanilla Food color optional C...

Page 18: ...REBY EXCLUDED There is no warranty with respect to the following which may be supplied with this product glass parts glass containers cutter strainer blades and or agitators This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse misuse neglect use for commercial purposes or any use not in conformity with the printed directions This warranty g...

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