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Dotty said:I just borrowed the chip maker from my director. The first batch came out well, but the rest of the batches didn't do as well. My questions for folks for whom this product works:
1) Do you turn the chips sometime in the cycle?
If you have more than one tray you do need to rotate them - also if you don't have a turn table the directions tell you what to do
2) Do you stop the cooking at all during the process? Do you open the door (lets out the steam)?
I have before to check them, doesn't seem to cause a problem
3) Do your chips get crispy before they get brown or when they get brown?
Mine never get brown, just crispy
4) How do you keep your sweet potato chips from browning in the center?
Haven't tried them yet
5) how did you experiment to find out the time to make chips?
Start at the lowest time recommended and keep adding 30 seconds to it. I know my microwave takes over 6 minutes for two trays. So now I set my microwave for 3 minutes, rotate my trays then 3 more minutes, then I go every 30 seconds after that
6) After how many batches do you let your microwave cool? How long do you let it cool? Mine was really hot after 4 batches so I just quit. It took over an hour to cool off.
Haven't tried more than one batch
wadesgirl said:Answers in red above.
For those having problems, just keep trying them. Like I said above, mine take over 6 minutes so if they don't seem to be working, keep trying.
Dotty said:I just borrowed the chip maker from my director. The first batch came out well, but the rest of the batches didn't do as well. My questions for folks for whom this product works:
1) Do you turn the chips sometime in the cycle? No, the rotating turntable in the oven works
2) Do you stop the cooking at all during the process? No Do you open the door (lets out the steam)? No
3) Do your chips get crispy before they get brown or when they get brown? They get crispy but not really brown. I sprinkled mine with salt and chipotle rub seasoning so there was some "darkness" from that but the sweet potatoes did "crinkle"
4) How do you keep your sweet potato chips from browning in the center? They didn't
5) how did you experiment to find out the time to make chips? It seriously depends on the wattage of the microwave; I believe the directions say not to attempt if you don't have a rotating turn table. I made some in my 1100 watt microwave and they were done in about 3 minutes; I made some at work in our little 700 watt microwave and a single tray took 7 (yes, seven) minutes and they perhaps could have gone for 20 more seconds.
6) After how many batches do you let your microwave cool? I made 4 batches How long do you let it cool? Mine was really hot after 4 batches so I just quit. It took over an hour to cool off. I didn't notice how long to cool off.
There are a few potential reasons for this. Firstly, make sure you are using the correct amount of butter or oil in the recipe. Too much fat can cause the cookies to spread and become soft. Secondly, make sure you are not overmixing the dough, as this can also lead to a softer texture. Lastly, consider the type of oats you are using. Quick oats or rolled oats will result in a softer cookie, while steel cut oats will give a crunchier texture.
Yes, there are a few things you can do to achieve a softer texture in your cookies. You can try adding an extra egg yolk or a tablespoon of milk to the dough. You can also decrease the amount of flour by a few tablespoons. Lastly, slightly underbake the cookies, as they will continue to cook and firm up as they cool.
To prevent your cookies from becoming soft, make sure you are using the correct amount of fat and not overmixing the dough. Additionally, try using a higher protein flour, such as bread flour, which will help the cookies hold their shape better. You can also chill the dough before baking, as this will help prevent spreading and result in a crispier cookie.
Yes, you can add ingredients such as honey, molasses, or brown sugar to the dough to create a softer, chewier cookie. You can also swap out some of the oats for flour, which will result in a denser and softer texture. Lastly, adding in mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit can also add moisture and create a softer cookie.
Yes, you can re-crisp your cookies by placing them in a 350°F oven for a few minutes. Keep a close eye on them and remove them from the oven once they are crispy again. You can also store them in an airtight container with a slice of bread, which will help absorb excess moisture and keep the cookies crisp.