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I Paid: $4.39 for an 8.8-ounce box (prices may vary by region)
When I reviewed Jovial Foods' Einkorn Pasta (made from an ancient kind of cultivated wheat that boasts more nutrients and antioxidants than modern varieties), I noted its slightly malty, whole-wheat flavor and concluded that this quality wasn't too much of a detriment in dried pasta.
That's less true in the world of desserts, but in the case of Jovial's Einkorn Cookies, it may be less the fault of the wheat than the overall recipes used to produce the three cookie varieties now on the market.
The Ginger Spice were the best of the lot, and they tasted a great deal like a teething biscuit: dry and bland, with little spice kick and no perceptible ginger heat. If you happen to dig soothing, low-impact desserts that pair well with tea, you may dig these things, but traditional cookie fans may be disappointed.
The Checkerboard variety were nominally chocolate/vanilla but more closely approximated bland/boring. They had an austere flavor and dry texture, plus an odd, sushi nori–like aftertaste and not much sweetness; but like their Ginger Spice brethren, their firm texture could pair well with tea.
The Crispy Cocoa cookies were the worst of the lot, but this probably had something to do with fouled-up expectations. For example: You might expect some chocolate sweetness or cocoa richness from these cookies, but they just had a forgettable ricelike lightness to them.
From a nutrition perspective, these cookies are arguably a bit healthier than the competition, offering 3 grams of protein per serving compared to 1 gram for similar-calorie servings of Oreos, Nilla Wafers, and Pepperidge Farm Mint Milanos. That said, if nobody wants to eat them, the health advantages are a bit academic.
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am so relieved to read this. I saw this at my local Whole Foods and was expecting an earthy/ rustic cookie with rich in Italian baking tradition. The beautiful picture on the box and the engaging story of eikorn and claims of "artisinal baking"built my expectations even further; What a shock to get get mouthful of dusty, tasteless characterless sweetness on my 1st bite. They remind me almost to a...+READ
am so relieved to read this. I saw this at my local Whole Foods and was expecting an earthy/ rustic cookie with rich in Italian baking tradition. The beautiful picture on the box and the engaging story of eikorn and claims of "artisinal baking"built my expectations even further; What a shock to get get mouthful of dusty, tasteless characterless sweetness on my 1st bite. They remind me almost to a tee of the teething biscuits we used when I was young. Every now and then my family tries to eat one of them, but we never get through more than one of them at a time.-COLLAPSE
I enjoy really exciting savories, however, I prefer boring/muted cookies/desserts. I really enjoy the every English "Digestives" sort of biscuit, so, maybe I'll give these a try!
My sweet tooth isn't all that large.
It is clear that you have the palate preference of most Americans who prefer a sweeter/softer style cookie. However, I too have tried these jovial cookies and I absolutely LOVE the crispy cocoa flavor! You are right, they are less sweet and dryer than their American counterparts, and that is what I like about them (most American cookies are overwhelmingly sweet, and the fake softness usually...+READ
It is clear that you have the palate preference of most Americans who prefer a sweeter/softer style cookie. However, I too have tried these jovial cookies and I absolutely LOVE the crispy cocoa flavor! You are right, they are less sweet and dryer than their American counterparts, and that is what I like about them (most American cookies are overwhelmingly sweet, and the fake softness usually comes from unhealthy hydrogenated fats!). I find the the crispy cocoa to have a rich cocoa flavor, with a dusting of sugar granules ontop, so they go very well dunked in coffee, tea or milk (or even better, try sandwiching them with your favorite ice cream!). These cookies remind me of the "biscuit" style cookies they serve at teatime in England. They are probably not for everyone, but are a good bet for people who are looking for something a little different.-COLLAPSE