Pilgrim Hat Cookies Recipe

Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2011 by bettyh@latech.edu

These were simple yet very good. They were a hit at the office. My sister made and took them to an assisted living facility and they were a big hit there. I substituted an orange tic tac for the chiclet gum.

Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2010 by cllakegrl

So easy for the kids to make and everyone enjoyed! Used tube icing for the orange though. Worked just as well...and none of that gum stuff. (-;

Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2010 by theobro

This was so simple that I had my kids help me make it. They had so much fun delivering them to our neighbors too.

Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2010 by rtrock02

My boys and I made this for my family on Thanksgiving morning. It was so much fun. Kids had a blast.

Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2010 by lorene b johnson

Made these for our Thanksgiving and they just raved how wonderful they were. Trying to get an idea for Christmas. Lorene, Mendota Heights, Mn.

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2010 by bzymom183

just made a batch everyone thought they were so cute for a quick and easy dessert substituted chicklets-(can't find anywhere) for cut up candy corn for the buckle

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2010 by grandmommo

Very creative idea! I made a batch for the dessert table for Thanksgiving, and got many compliments from all ages. I just couldn't bring myself to put gum on a cookie, so I substituted cut up orange gumdrops for the buckle. Thanks for an easy, yummy treat!

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2010 by Toni51

Fun for older kids, too! My kids (ages 22, 17 and 17) really enjoyed making and eating these last night. We didn't bother to color the frosting and I don't think it made much difference in the appearance. Also, substituted miniature Reese's pieces for the Chiclets that I couldn't find, and that worked out just fine. Thank you for the recipe! I wish I had found it many years ago when my kids were little, as I am sure this would have become a Thanksgiving tradition. (It still will be.)

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2010 by MsPattyPerfect

These cookies were a big hit at my grandson's pre-K school. I used a pastry bag to put the icing on each cookie, then put the pnb cup on. this was so much easier.

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2010 by KatherineP01

Super easy to make and absolutely adorable! Didn't use the gum pieces-- we couldn't find them at our local store, but used orange tic-tacs instead and they still look adorable. Everyone was amazed at how something so simple could be so cute!

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2010 by AdeleDegnan

These are SOOOO cute! I didn't give 5 stars because I don't know if the family will like the taste. But presentation alone is worth at least 4 stars. I'll say more after Turkey Day. Oh, and I used small Reese's Pieces for the buckle.

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by linsvin

Just finished making these for Thanksgiving...way too cute! Definitely would freeze the PB cups and cookies ahead of time especially if the kids are helping.

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by dctindiana

Spent two days looking for mini chicklets wound up cutting small pieces from a jellied orange slice

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by polzinkl

These are very easy to make. I made 100 of them last night for my daughter & son's daycare. The kids love them. I use the Frosting in a tube in yellow & orange. It makes it much easier to do. I actually just squeeze the yellow frosting in the middle of the cookie & then press the peanut butter cup in the middle. Turns out perfect. Then I use the orange tube frosting for the feather. I also use Rollos at times b/c they are considered a nut free food. Awesome recipe!!!

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2010 by msiwula

Could not be an easier decoration to make. Placed them on a cookie tray for a church social and family gatherings and got nothing but positive raves.

Can't wait to make them for out Thanksgiving dinner.

I used little square after dinner mints; cut in half length wise instead of the chiclets. LQQKed just fine!

Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2010 by dineterrill

It was a big hit last Thanksgiving. I made the bucle with cut orange licorice twist.

Reviewed on Nov. 08, 2010 by mrsdarcy24

Made them with my kids and nephews 5 - 9 years old and they had a great time. Very cute idea. I had to use orange Tic Tac's, because I could not find any chiclets anywhere. I will be on the look out for them for next time. We put them in a little clear bag and added a Thank You note to them.

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2010 by tum-tum

My grand daughter had a great time making these last year and is already talking about making them again on "twerkey day"

Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2010 by Oquedlara0134

I would like to give a suggestion. Some people

don't everything. But they sure. Would buy or make it. If it ever was.

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2009 by LKAM

I made these last year and thought they were adorable and easy, but forgot about them until my five year old grandson reminded me that we HAD to make the pilgrim hats again, so we are. I guess it has become a cherished tradition.

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2009 by spudbug

I made these for a bake sale at church. Instead of the peanut cups I used the rollo candy for the top. and also used the small baking m&ms for the belt. Went over very good

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2009 by lilchuckbear

These were very easy to make and turned out super cute. Two keys - 1. freeze the peanut butter cups and cookies before you start working with them. 2. use a piping bag for the yellow iceing - it made so much easier! I also put these on top of an iced cup cake and propped up the hat with two m&m that looked like eyes. My sons class just loved them!

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2009 by Mjxfingers

Super simple, cute and everyone LOVES them! Had problem finding Chicklets-found them @ Yummies in Kittery, Maine. MUST MAKE for Thanksgiving!!!

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2009 by marciedarciestuff

Just made these for my coworkers and will be making them next week for my kids to take to school. EASY and ADORABLE. Thanks for sharing this. I FINALLY found the tiny chicklets at a Micheals Craft Store as another person mentioned.

Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2009 by arctickiki

These are absolutely ADORABLE! I haven't made them yet, but I can't wait to, and how simple! Thanks!

Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2009 by dmgiblin

Made these last Thanksgiving. Tinted small amount of icing orange and used a small tip to pipe in. The kids LOVED them.

Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2009 by rigglek

A very cute idea but it's heart healthy only if you don't eat any.

Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2009 by magybarra

I made these cookies for my sons elementary class. It was a hit! All of the kids loved them! I used the Mini- M & M's in replace of the gum. Cute idea!!!

Reviewed on Nov. 04, 2009 by cdsmith38

This is such a cute idea! I ended up finding the mini chicklet gum at Michael's craft store of all places!! :)

Reviewed on Dec. 01, 2008 by XOBasia

I made these for Thanksgiving this year...it was a hit! I had leftover candy corn from Halloween and just cut little pieces of the orange section. Very cute!

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2008 by kkparsons

I made these to bring in to work as a pre-Thanksgiving treat, and everyone loved them! I also could not find chiclets so used orange tic-tacs. The only other thing I did differently was to pipe some icing on with a cake decorating bag, because it didn't quite look like the picture when I just put some on the bottom of the peanut butter cup and pressed down. What a cute idea!

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2008 by bekahjan

 Hi Kris,

 I am in CA and had the same trouble finding chiclets. I made the cookies and found a great replacement. I found those gummy orange wedges (I found mine at walmart) and used those. I took one wedge and rolled it out flat with a rolling pin (use lots of sugar to help it keep from sticking to the rolling pin) then cut it into strips then into squares. (when roling it out make sure not to roll it so flat that you lose the orange color of the wedge). It worked great. It was a little tedious but turned out wonderful. I only used one orange wedge for about 25 cookies. Hope this idea helps.

 Rebekah

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2008 by arslp

My five-year-old grandson and I made these last weekend and he absolutely loved them! He liked them so much that we made them 3 times!! We could not find chiclets in our area, so we used the orange tic-tacs, and they looked fine.

I'm taking this recipe to the therapeutic preschool where I work to the occupational therapist. Good fine motor activity. My little patients (speech-pathologist) will get to make these, too! Good for language.

Thanks so much for this great idea!

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2008 by Grandmaj2u

I think any orange decoration that was the same size would work. thanks for the idea of candy corn tip garnish

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2008 by Grandmaj2u

Sooo Cute and Super easy How creative

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by GrannyBarbieJ_Texas

Kris, would cutting off the orange part of candy corn work?

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by GrannyBarbieJ_Texas

These are adorable for my youngest grandson's kindergarten party ... and so easy which is perfect for me.

Granny BJ Wood

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by lalk

I am from the south and there are no chiclets to be had.

Kris

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by susan whaley

what issue is the pilgram hat cookies in. or book. thanks

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by Kelly Kreuer

Where did you find the Chiclets gum? Which stores to look for the gum.

Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2008 by Eveann

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2008 by sondy13

Everyone in a Christian group I belong to really loved these and are making them for Thanksgiving. Thanks!

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2008 by Katylady1970

These are a cute and festive idea for Thanksgiving. I am thankful that someone had such a cute and creative idea.

Katylady1970~

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2008 by patch0814

Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2008 by spedteachnaes

Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2008 by jen4181

My son made these for a fundraiser and was soldout with in a hour he wished he had made more! Great thing to try with your kids.

Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2008 by Amber Koonce

I really don't make things like this without a picture.

Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2008 by chris64

really want to see a picture

Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2008 by jstone12@cox.net

Most teacher would prefer not to have the gum. Use some piece of candy instead.

Usetobeateacher

Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2008 by peachygirl_GA

A picture would sure be nice!

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by gruvygmaof3

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by gruvygmaof3

I have to agree. A picture would help.

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by mik

Picture please!!!!!

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by love2cook

This recipe is in the October/November 2008 issue of Taste of Home. Only magazine subscribers can see it online. But since there's so much interest, I'll "cheat" and post it here. (Don't tell!)

Pilgrim Hat Cookies

"We dreamed up this combination for a yummy treat to take into school before our Thanksgiving break. Everyone loved them!" Megan and Mitchell Vogel, Jefferson, Wisconsin

Ingredients:

• 1 cup vanilla frosting
• 7 drops yellow food coloring
• 32 miniature peanut butter cups
• 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) fudge-striped cookies
• 32 pieces orange mini Chiclets gum

Directions:

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2008 by bpril13

I also think a picture would be very helpful. I am visual and have no clue how to make these and want to.

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by pennys4@hotmail.com

I can see it in my mind. The directions are very easy to follow. A picture is always nice though. Thanks for the cut idea. I am a teacher who will try this.

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by genistrick

Ditto...needs a photo

genistrick

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by ulock_pe

pilgrim hat cookies, what do they look like? I agree.

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by PAdutch

Let alone the picture...............I can't even get the recipe!! :o(

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by mbculpepper

I second that! I would like to see a picture. Thanks. mb

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by zadok

Would like to see a picture

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by mslouise

where is the picture ? some of us learn visually. : )

Thanks

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by glendajanice

Definitely a picture is necessary

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by mfall

Why would you put this recipe online without a picture?

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by Cisa

Yep, we need a picture.

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2008 by Photonatr

Yes, need a picture. Can't picture in my head what the purpose of the yellow frosting is

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2008 by muggles

where is the picture of the pilgrim hat cookies?????