The whimsical and energetic 11th Doctor, portrayed by Matt Smith, brought a unique flair to the iconic Doctor Who series. From his tweed jacket and bow tie to his love for fish fingers and custard, the Eleventh Doctor is a fan favorite. What better way to celebrate this beloved incarnation than by creating adorable and delicious 11th Doctor cookies? Inspired by the inventive spirit of the Doctor himself, this guide will walk you through crafting these delightful treats, perfect for any Doctor Who viewing party, cosplay event, or just a fun afternoon in the kitchen.
To embark on this culinary adventure through time and space, you’ll need a few key ingredients and tools. The star of the show is undoubtedly the 11th Doctor cookie cutter. These specialized cutters, readily available online from craft stores and platforms like Etsy (Warpzone is a great source!), are intricately designed to capture the Doctor’s distinctive features, from his quirky hairstyle to his signature attire. Beyond the cutter, you’ll need ingredients for three different cookie doughs: vanilla, brown sugar ginger, and chocolate. This variety of doughs isn’t just for flavor; it’s the secret to achieving the detailed look of the 11th Doctor, allowing you to piece together different shades and textures to mimic his face, hair, and suit.
The recipe itself is cleverly designed around using these three distinct doughs to create a layered effect. Don’t be intimidated by the multiple doughs; the base recipe is the same for each, with slight variations to create vanilla, ginger, and chocolate flavors and colors. You’ll start by preparing each dough – vanilla for the face and shirt, brown sugar ginger for the iconic hair, and chocolate for the suit. The process involves creaming butter and sugar, adding egg and vanilla, and then incorporating the dry ingredients. The doughs then need to be chilled, which is crucial for easier handling and preventing spreading during baking. A fantastic tip is that you only need half of each dough for this recipe, and the rest freezes beautifully, ready for your next baking escapade.
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Once your doughs are chilled, the fun assembly process begins. Roll out the vanilla dough and use your floured 11th Doctor cookie cutter to make an impression. Carefully cut out the face and shirt area, discarding the excess dough. Repeat this process to create multiple vanilla dough “face and shirt” pieces. Next, roll out the brown sugar ginger dough and again use the cutter, but this time focus on extracting just the hair section. Gently place the ginger dough hair onto the vanilla dough face, like completing a puzzle. The moisture in the doughs will help them meld together during baking. Finally, roll out the chocolate dough, cut out the suit section, and position it under the vanilla shirt area. You’re now witnessing the Eleventh Doctor taking shape in cookie form!
Baking these layered cookies requires a watchful eye. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and bake for approximately 10 minutes. Keep an eye on them; you want the edges to be just set, but the cookies should remain relatively soft to maintain their detailed shape. After baking, let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breakage and allows the cookies to firm up properly.
No 11th Doctor cookie is complete without his signature bow tie! The original recipe cleverly uses sprinkles to create edible bow ties. Red heart quins and tiny red heart sprinkles are perfect for this. A dab of frosting acts as the adhesive, securing these miniature bow ties just under the Doctor’s chin. This simple yet effective detail truly brings the cookies to life and adds that quintessential Eleventh Doctor charm.
11th Doctor Who cookies
These 11th Doctor cookies are more than just a sweet treat; they’re a fun and creative way to express your love for Doctor Who. The combination of detailed cookie cutters and layered dough techniques allows for impressive results that are surprisingly achievable for home bakers. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, these cookies are a rewarding project that will delight Doctor Who fans of all ages. So, grab your cookie cutter, gather your ingredients, and get ready to bake up some timey-wimey treats that are, dare we say, even cooler than a fez!
Ingredients:
Vanilla Cookie Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
Brown Sugar Ginger Cookie Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1-1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Cookie Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration:
- Red heart quins
- Small round red heart sprinkles
- Frosting (for adhering sprinkles)
Instructions:
For all doughs:
- Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined and the dough pulls away from the side of the bowl.
- Divide each dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Freeze the unused halves for later use.
Assembling and Baking:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Roll out the vanilla dough to about 3/8 inch thickness. Use a floured 11th Doctor cookie cutter to cut out the face and shirt shapes. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Roll out the brown sugar ginger dough to 3/8 inch thickness. Cut out the hair shapes using the same cookie cutter. Carefully place the hair shapes onto the vanilla dough faces, aligning them at the hairline.
- Roll out the chocolate dough to 3/8 inch thickness. Cut out the suit shapes and place them under the vanilla shirt areas.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Decorating:
- Once cookies are completely cooled, use a small amount of frosting to attach red heart quins and tiny red heart sprinkles as bow ties under the Doctor’s chin.
- Let frosting set before serving or packaging.
Enjoy your time-traveling treats!
