Recipezaar: Cookies & Brownies,Holiday/Event recipes

Monkey Balls! No Banana Macadamia Balls

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:49:05 -0500

No cook and quick to make in the food processor. Let set for 1 week in a closed container for flavores to meld. -- posted by ~Rita~

French Filled Macaroons

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:52:15 -0500

Make one batch of cookies and get two different kinds of cookie sandwiches! Adapted from B H & G magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Ed's Sugar Cookies

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:27:27 -0500

This is my husband's recipe and it has withstood the test of time. These delicious cookies are light & airy and fun to decorate. My husband is the Sugar Cookie king in our family and our grown kids still anxiously ask each year if Dad is making sugar cookies this Christmas :). Ed prefers using insulated cookie sheets. Yield and baking time may vary, depending on rolled dough thickness, the size of the cookie cutters and oven accuracy. NOTE: Chilling time is included in prep time. Overnight refrigeration is best, but if you are in a hurry, you can get by with chilling the dough for at least two hours. Do not skip the chilling step or the cookies may not hold their shape. -- posted by Kat's Mom

Cranberry-White Chocolate Shortbread

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:57:38 -0500

I've been making these cookies for a few years now and they have always been a hit! They have a very nice presentation and seem like they are much more difficult to make than they are, not to mention they are very tasty too. They are also very easy to make - I usually substitute a bag of white chocolate chips for the Baker's chocolate to make it even easier. -- posted by Chef #578080

Chocolate Espresso Mint Bars

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:01:22 -0500

The rich taste of chololate with espresso layered with peppermint filling and topped with unsweetened chocolate is mouthwatering!!! Prep time does not include cooling down period. The picture I have posted has the filling as Pink, as I made this for my Breast Cancer support group and thought Pink was a good idea LOL -- posted by kzbhansen

Gingerbread Biscotti

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:29:56 -0500

There are several other ginger or gingerbread biscotti recipes out there, but this one does not have nuts. I had good results with whole wheat pastry flour. The egg wash and sugar coating really adds an extra sparkle for a holiday treat! These make a great gift. -- posted by angelak

Christmas Chocolate Cookies - Nigella Lawson

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:36:58 -0500

These come out rather like a chocolate shortbread - a little on the sandy side. Be sure to let the glaze cool and thicken slightly or it will drip right off. Adapted from Nigella Christmas by Nigella Lawson -- posted by DrGaellon

Super Easy Coconut Rum Balls

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:12:29 -0500

Easy no bake holiday treat that everyone will love. Lots of options for you to try based on your own tastes. -- posted by MadDog665

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:25:04 -0500

These will take center stage when you set out your Christmas goodies. I found these on a blog called Abby Sweets. They are baked in 1-inch paper or foil baking cups which means you can use the Christmas ones. The photo showed these with a chocolate glaze. Red and green sprinkles were used so they looked festive! The stems seem to shout out to everyone, "Here I am!" I couldn't find any other recipe quite like this here, so here it is! The recipe did not give the amount of cookies and I haven't made them yet, so I am making a guess. -- posted by Debaylady

Cranberry-Coconut Chews

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:26:02 -0500

The most delicious cookies I have ever tasted! The coconut and orange zest make this the perfect special holiday cookie! I saw this recipe in an advertisment for Challenge Butter and I wanted to try a new cookie for the holidays...out of about a dozen different types of cookies I bake each year, these were and are the BEST! And you don't have to make them very big, they make great bite size treats as well! *Recipe developed by Sunset Magazine Test Kitchens for Baking with Challenge Butter.www.sunsetmagazine.com -- posted by Chef #1482912

Jazzbow Cookies

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:49:18 -0500

This is the recipe of Anna Bosnjak, cherished neighbor and mother of four wonderful daughters. It's a traditional Christmas Cookie brought to America by Croatian and Serbian Immigrants. Unfortunately it requires a special jazzbow cookie mold that is prized by their owners and handed down from generation to generation. I believe you could use any 1/2 inch deep mold if needed. -- posted by Chef #1482258

Gingerbread Train - Works Well With a Gingerbread House.

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:51:50 -0500

This is a great gift idea, fairly simple to make and loads of fun to decorate! You can paint on letters on each carriage to form a name or just do an extra long train to have at a birthday party. Great addition to gingerbread house(s) to make a whole gingerbread village! **I use self-raising flour for this as it makes a more "bubble-like" 3D train but you can use plain.** THIS RECIPE MAKES GOOEY GINGERBREAD not hard!** This will make a very long train!! -- posted by JinxTheCat

Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:30:44 -0500

I just thought of eating cookies with Bailey's, and then I was like, dude. Why not make Irish Cream Cookies!? -- posted by Alexa :)

Orange Butter Cookies

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:38:26 -0500

This comes from Canadian Living Test Kitchen and was found on CanadianLiving.com I plan on making these tomorrow, but wanted to share the recipe with you. Notes: I added the 1 tsp. orange extract to the recipe as I truly enjoy the orange flavor! You may freeze the dough up to 1 month. Chill time is not included in prep time. -- posted by Debaylady

Peanut Butter Pinwheel Cookies

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:44:54 -0500

This recipe was submitted by Holly Thomas to CanadianLiving.com and I think the cookies are really delightlful...try and tell me what you think. These are great for the kids with a glass of milk. Prep time does not include the time to chill these cookies. -- posted by Debaylady

Melt in Your Mouth Sugar Cookies

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:51:27 -0500

My Grandmas original sugar cookie recipe that we make every year, I've not found another sugar cookie recipe with these exact ingredients in it, so i'm posting this one here to share and keep for myself, since the original is written in fading pink ink on old paper :) I absolutely love these :) -- posted by PickleLover

Townhouse Cookies

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:53:48 -0500

My Grandma always used to make these for Christmas. They're super simple and easy. They won't be the prettiest looking cookie on the plate but they taste yummy. I rediscovered the recipe from an old Lutheran Church Women's Cookbook from Vining, MN that my sister had. -- posted by Cakeflake

Easy Nutty Orange Snowballs

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:56:50 -0500

My best friend Steph found this contest winning recipe in the Taste of Home Simple and Delicious magazine and we decided to try them this year for our joint yearly holiday cookie baking day. Nutty and buttery with a hint of citrus flavor; a nice addition to any holiday cookie platter. We did use fresh grated orange peel. -- posted by TheDancingCook

Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:38:13 -0500

Perfect for those peanut butter and chocolate lovers! -- posted by Chef #1445026

Paul's Christmas Fruit Balls

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:24:22 -0500

A fantastic Holiday recipe - hope you enjoy!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Chocolate Mint Cookie Tarts

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:13:25 -0500

I was planning to make recipe#113299 for a Christmas party and wanted a chocolate tart as well so I just used my favorite chocolate cookie recipe and added things here and there! They turned out great!! Half way through the party they were all gone, people were hoarding them because they were disappearing so fast! They taste alot like Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies, can't go wrong there :) -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Brownie Alpine Biscotti

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:12:17 -0500

"I love visiting with friends over a pot of coffee, so I developed these crisp, chocolaty cookies to munch along with each cup," comments Jeanie Williams of Minnetonka, Minnesota. Brownie mix makes them easy to stir up, and a white chocolate and almond topping adds a festive look. From Taste of Home 25 top favorites! A reviewer said she love them but makes them without the white chocolate because they store better. -- posted by Sharon123

Mounds Morsels

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:41:00 -0500

Delightful brownie bites mounded with sweet chewy coconut covered with chocolate glaze. With an optional choice of almond joy topping. This is a take on almond joys and or mounds bars over brownies. -- posted by ~Rita~

Rainbow Butter Cookies

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:04:13 -0500

I got this recipe from Taste of Home. I've made a couple of tiny "tweaks." These cookies are pretty, yummy, and look great with my other favorite Christmas cookie - Spritz Cookies. -- posted by Linda N

Krumkake / Krumkaker

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:02:28 -0500

This is a VEGAN recipe for the Norwegian cookie that is baked on a cookie iron. This recipe is suitable for a pizzelle iron, as well. One cookie is a Krumkake, two or more are Krumkaker. I devised this recipe using vegan ingredients after being unable to find a krumkake recipe suitable to a vegan diet. The taste of flax seed is not noticeable in this recipe. These are delightful holiday treats! -- posted by hypnochelle

Better Butter Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:14:18 -0500

Rolled sugar cookies to die for. My friend, Claudia, gave me this recipe. She rolls hers very thin and recommends checking them after 5 minutes. She also recommends using parchment paper. Prep time does not include 3 hours of refrigeration. The number of cookies depends on the size of your cutters. -- posted by teachingchef

Scandinavian Almond Bars

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:20:22 -0500

These are a favorite Christmas cookie for our family. I discovered the recipe in a Better Homes & Garden Christmas Cookie Book. -- posted by PMHawk

German Chocolate Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:22:44 -0500

Pillsbury bakeoff. Best to refrigerate dough overnight, after rolling into balls. -- posted by red and white kitchen

Best Glazed Butter Cookies (America's Test Kitchen)

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:29:49 -0500

The geniuses at America's Test Kitchen have created tender, crispy cookies that roll out easily. Cream cheesea surprise ingredientgives the cookies flavor and richness without altering their texture. For a dough that's incredibly easy to handle, this recipe uses the "reverse" creaming method: incorporate slightly softenednot meltedbutter into the flour and sugar (rather than first creaming the butter and sugar). If desired, the cookies can be finished with sprinkles or other decorations immediately after glazing. From Cook's Illustrated Magazine (November, 2003). -- posted by blucoat

Incredible Gluten Free Butter Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:35:23 -0500

These cookies are so delectable it's hard to believe they are gluten free ;-) Shortbread-like and not overly sweet, they keep very well and make a perfect holiday gift! The recipe is a result of experimenting with all kinds of cookie recipes, combining things I liked and then patiently changing the resulting recipe slightly, time after time until it met my expectations. I hope it will meet yours as well :-) The dough is easy to roll out for cutting and also suitable for using a cookie press. I often freeze them raw in large amounts to bake later, but even without freezing these cookies hardly spread. If you need to avoid lactose, you can replace the butter with 4/5 dairy free margarine and 1/5 Ghee so as to have the buttery taste without the lactose. -- posted by Suzy mom to 2

Christmas Biscotti

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:36:51 -0500

I have always loved my gram's biscotti and thought I would be adventurous and try my hand at it. And this is what came of it. I call it x-mas biscotti because of the pistachios and cherries; but it is delicious anytime of year!! Enjoy!!! -- posted by coffybean

Secret Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:55:48 -0500

Yes, another all-time favorite recipe for the all-time favorite cookie! I stumbled upon this "Once Upon a Chef" recipe and knew I had to try it. I'm thinking the secret ingredients are the processed oats and coconut which give the cookie a chewy inside, but a crisp outside. They are delectable! My husband, who doesn't like coconut, really loved these. I used a coffee grinder to pulverize the oatmeal since I don't have a food processor and it worked great. -- posted by DuChick

Fat Free Chocolate Meringue Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:01:28 -0500

they are crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and are a great holiday treat! -- posted by health girl

Peanut Butter Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:02:24 -0500

Simple and yummy -- posted by Kozmic Blues

Peanut Blossom Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:06:42 -0500

Peanut Blossoms couldn't be more American; combining two of our favorites; peanut butter and Hershey's Kisses. Both have been with us since the early 1900s but how they exactly came together in this cookie. These delicious peanut butter cookies with a kiss sitting happily on top is a hit! -- posted by Rebecca A. L.

Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:11:25 -0500

A nice way to create an old favourite while sticking to your gluten free diet! -- posted by MamaMoffat

The Best Blondies!

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:13:07 -0500

I got this out of a magazine and changed it around a bit to make it better. Most blondies use melted butterscotch chips but instead you create an authentic rich butterscotch flavor by boiling butter and brown sugar together. These go great with some vanilla ice cream! Most people don't know what a blondie is so I tell them it's like if a cookie and a brownie made a baby haha. -- posted by TinaBee08

Gingerbread Bears

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:49:41 -0500

This is a modified recipie from the Waitrose Website :) -- posted by Chef #1491949

Maraschino Cherry Almond Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:41:40 -0500

Pretty pink refrigerator cookies, made with chopped maraschino cherries in an almond-flavored dough, have a shiny white frosting of Royal Icing -- posted by Richd250

Melt in Your Mouth Spritz

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:47:09 -0500

Spritz are a Christmas staple in my family. We have tried lots of different recipes and this is a modified recipe from our top 3 favorites. -- posted by Chef Ali L

Pesche - Italian Peaches Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:02:34 -0500

Labor-intensive, but well worth the effort. These cookies are typically only served at weddings or special holidays because they require a gathering of women to increase the rate of production and the fun. My cousins and I spent countless holidays sneaking into the freezer to snag a tasty frozen peach. Finally, we convinced my nonna to teach us how to make this special peaches and we have enjoyed making them ever since. They freeze well and are actually better if frozen immediately and taken out when needed. These are meant to be enjoyed with many friends and family and they NEVER disappoint. In fact, after living in Italy for two years, I learned that my nonna's peaches were better than any I could find in Italy. I think some recipes have been corrupted by modern conveniences, but my nonna's recipe has not changed since she immigrated in the 50's. -- posted by Chef #1491707

Santa's Lemon Balls

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:44:56 -0500

My dear friend CarrolJ sent me the cookbook "Santa's Favorite Hokiday Treats and Christmas Sweets: This is a recipe in that cookbook, that with a bit of tweeking is a favorite of people who received it in their Gift Baskets this year. Many rave notices and requests for the recipe already and I haven't had the book but a week. -- posted by Chabear01

Candy Cane Cookies - Sandra Lee

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:55:11 -0500

I remember making these as a little girl with my mom and grandmother. This is Sandra Lee's recipe from foodnetwork.com - so simple, but ohhh so good. Caution: they are addictive! :) -- posted by megs_

Lemon Clove Cookies

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:29:40 -0500

A lovely combination of clove and lemon. These cookies are perfect for the holidays. -- posted by swissms

Orange Clove Snowball Cookies

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:48:44 -0500

I haven't tried this recipe. Posted for safe-keeping. -- posted by swissms

Boxing Day Bars

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:42:41 -0500

1. To give you that extra energy boost if you are one of those crazy boxing day shoppers! 2. Great recipe to make from leftover Halloween or Christmas candy or pick up the ingredients cheap on Boxing Day! This is my adaptation from a recipe originally published in Better Homes and Gardens... Feel free to substitute candies and let me know if it works (I'm thinking Snickers, chocolate covered cranberries, crushed oreo cookies... endless possibilities!) -- posted by Tanya Pants

Sparkling Ginger Cookies

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:05:47 -0500

From an advertisement handout I found a gem of a ginger cookie recipe. The original recipe calls for "Sugar in the Raw" or a very coarse granulated sugar but I've used fine sugar and colored coarse sugars and they both worked well. There is 1-2 hours needed to chill the dough so allow extra time for preparation. -- posted by HokiesLady

Christmas Cardamom Cookies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:39:29 -0500

Delicate green,pink and white sugar cookie flavored with cardamon and almond extract. An original recipe of mine often requested. -- posted by red and white kitchen

Chocolate-Peppermint Pattie Cookies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:12:33 -0500

A co-worker made this recipe for a cookie swap years ago, and they have been one of my favorite holiday cookies ever since then. I haven't tried it, but freezing the peppermint patties might make it easier to shape the dough around the them. -- posted by *Kathy*

Kolacky

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:14:41 -0500

My Moms' traditional recipe. You can fill with your favorite fruit flavors. Our family loves apricot, cherry and raspberry. This recipe uses 2 1/2 cans of Solo cake & pastry filling so choose your favorite three flavors. Dough must be refrigerated overnight before baking. -- posted by red and white kitchen

Amaretto Cookies (No Bake)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:42:11 -0500

Yummy Adult Only Cookies! Since the amaretto liquor is not baked, it is at full strength at 50% proof. (*Note: Cooking time is fermenting time). :D -- posted by Acadia

Hoot Owl Cookies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:00:05 -0500

Not sure where I found this recipe, but it's a fun recipe. -- posted by *Kathy*

Mrs. Kern's Date Balls

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:02:31 -0500

As a child, my parents traveled quite a bit and a retired couple (Mr. and Mrs. Kern) would stay with us kids. I'm sure keeping 4 kids busy wasn't easy, and Mrs. Kern would make these no-bake treats for us. It's a simple-to-prepare recipe, one that Mrs. Kern allowed us to help make we were in charge of rolling the date balls in coconut. -- posted by *Kathy*

Julie's Pecan Caramel Bars

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:02:49 -0500

These are so good, they've been the hit of the party everywhere I take them. Inspired by PanNan's recipe #37846, but tweaked a bit to suit my family's preference. (I can't tell any difference between baker's chocolate and chocolate chips, but evidently my family can.) -- posted by puppitypup

Gingerbread Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:36:46 -0500

Soft, chewy and not too pungent, with the addition of sweet chocolate chips. I imagine it would be great with dark chocolate chips. -- posted by Geca

Green Mint Crinkles

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:50:32 -0500

This is a fun holiday recipe (especially Christmas or St. Patrick's Day) originally from the cookbook "Honest Pretzels." I made a few small changes and additions to the recipe. We love them! They are very pepperminty. -- posted by TexasToast R

Pumpkin Biscotti With White Chocolate

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:10:26 -0500

I included them on my Christmas cookie platters this year, and everyone made a point of telling me how good they were. I found the recipe on the web. The raisins were my idea. Dried cranberries would be as good, if not much, much better. Or leave them out completely. Both light and dark brown sugar work beautifully, although I think I like the dark brown sugar version just a tiny tad more. I used good-quality white chocolate chips mixed with about 1/2 teaspoon of shortening for the drizzle. And if you can, use freshly ground nutmeg. Also, you can use up to 3/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries. Any way you try it, I think you'll love them. (Time does not include chilling time.) -- posted by Charmed

Peaches and Cream Cookies

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:13:04 -0500

These look beautiful and taste great. A perfect little cookie to dress up a cookie table at a wedding! The green leaves can be found at any craft store, check the wedding section. -- posted by princessmommie

Gooey Butter Cookies

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:27:38 -0500

If you like Gooey Butter Cake you will LOVE these cookies. -- posted by P ROD

Peanut Butter Crunch Cheesecake Squares

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:26:18 -0500

This recipe is from Family Circle recipe. It features Butterfinger candy bars. -- posted by Lainey6605

Secret Kiss Cookies

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:34:03 -0500

This cookie recipe is sooooooo good. The finely chopped walnuts add a richness to the cookies. The original recipe called for rolling these cookies in powdered sugar after they cool down, but honestly these cookies don't need the powdered sugar and are certainly less messy to eat without the sugar. -- posted by Linda N

Dycio Crescents

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:35:34 -0500

These crescents are not very sweet, but light and flaky in texture, and the jam centers make them that much more delightful. I used the Solo Apricot filling, but the Almond flavor is also a very good choice for variation. This recipe was passed on to me by a friends who bakes without written recipes, and put a lot of effort to give me the ingredients and preparation directions. If you would like to see a picture of the finished product, please check it out on my blog: http://suburbangrandma.com/recipes/dycio-crescents-cookie-recipe/ -- posted by Suburban Grandma

Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:37:49 -0500

This is my favourite treat at Christmas time. It's super easy, too! -- posted by Teri D

Almond Buttercups

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:58:45 -0500

Looks very pretty on a holiday cookie tray. I really enjoy these with a cup of hot tea. -- posted by *Kathy*

Light & Flaky Cinnamon Rugelach

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 15:18:14 -0500

The ingredients might look the same as other recipes, but the technique is unique and the "secret" ingredient won Tina Wasserman's reputation as a baker and is now one of her most sought-after recipes. (Tina is a well-known Dallas cookbook author, chef, food columnist, and cooking instructor.) The mixing technique of the mixer allows the cream cheese and butter to really combine and become light and airy. This results in a flaky, crisp, but tender, finished product. The vigorous beating of the butter and cream cheese before adding the flour creates a light, layered dough similar to puff pastry. Rolling the dough in confectioners' sugar to give a slight glaze to the finished pastry and helps balance the richness of the dough with the sweet filling. Make sure the dough is well chilled or it will not roll out properly. *NOTE: In general, it is not a good idea to use salted butter in baked goods. However, because of the lack of liquid in rugelach dough, salted butter is the only way to get the salt evenly distributed. (The addition of a little salt is important to the flavor.) -- posted by blucoat

Cream Wafers

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:31:04 -0500

These are my most favorite cookies. I bake them for holidays and special occasions. My family absolutely loves them as well. If you read the ingredients, you might not be able to envision how decadent these really are. They are very light and flaky, resemble a puff pastry, and practically melt in your mouth. You can use them plain, or fill them with special frosting. They taste great either way, but of course are much richer with the filling. For picture and step-by-step preparation, please check out my blog:http://suburbangrandma.com/recipes/cream-wafers-cookie-recipe/ -- posted by Suburban Grandma

Cocoons

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:09:32 -0500

A Christmas tradition handed down from my great grandmother. Some people call these sand tarts or wedding cookies, we called them cocoons because of their shape. Whatever you decide to call them, they are a wonderful, melt in your mouth, not too sweet perfect little two bite cookie. -- posted by Scout33

Frosted Eggnog Cookies

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:36:53 -0500

I always buy too much eggnog at the holidays! Then I developed this recipe and eggnog doesn't last long at our house anymore. The cookies are soft, cake-like and fragrant. Don't skip the frosting; it really adds to the taste. -- posted by MrsDrewsMom

Mocha Truffle Brownies

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:16:35 -0500

These are so good! It's from Taste of Home, and what a taste it is! They're everything I want in a brownie, they're delicious, smooth and creamy. If you like mocha, you'll love these as I do. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Pumpkin Cookies

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:37:26 -0500

Yummy cake-like cookies that are amazing in the fall or anytime of year:) I got this recipe from my childhood babysitter. They are my family's favorite! -- posted by lindseymarie

Cinnamon Stars

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 21:08:55 -0500

Make a Holiday memory. This recipe is from Country Crock. I found this recipe in Ladies' Home Journal magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Peanut Butter and Pretzel Truffles

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:44:35 -0500

Just spied this recipe in the January 2009 issue of EatingWell. What's not to love? Only a few ingredients AND they're chocolate, peanut butter and pretzels, three of my favorite things. -- posted by Kristine at Recipezaar

Holly Cookies

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:37:38 -0500

From the kitchen of Tona Thornburg Court, Bridgeton MO. -- posted by TLC-MO

Old Fashioned Sour Cream Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:35:26 -0500

These were our family tradition for Halloween handouts and Christmas cookies. -- posted by Andy Wold

Powdered Sugar Frosting for Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:47:31 -0500

This is the frosting my mom would use to frost her Old Fashioned Sour Cream Cookies -- posted by Andy Wold

Potato Chip Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:22:35 -0500

A fantastic light cookie for any occasion. I make mine mostly around Christmas and send them to my neighbors and family in cute tins and plates. These cookies are very delicate and very delicious! Topped with powdered sugar, they are lightly sweet, and look very festive for the holidays. -- posted by Sheenaeh

Crunchy Spiced Rum Balls

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:21:12 -0500

Published in Cook's Country magazine, Dec/Jan 2007. -- posted by swissms

Foam Biscuits (Cookies) by Brianne's Nanna

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:54:12 -0500

Many many years ago my daughter brought home a recipe that was shared at her kindergarten class by a little girl called Brianne for her nanna's biscuits. The note at the bottom of the recipe made it worth keeping all this time & although I have not made this yet I thought that someone may remember them from their childhood. The note reads: "This makes lots & lots of biscuits. My nanna had 5 children during the war and she used it lots so she could feed the children. She never bought biscuits all her life. Nanna always made these for all her grandchildren's birthday parties and they are my favourite biscuits. by Brianne" -- posted by Catherine Robson

Cinnamon Twists

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:48:28 -0500

My aunt used to make these cookies when I was younger, and I liked them enough to have my mother get the recipe for them. My aunt died not long after, and the recipe was misplaced. It recently resurfaced, so I'm submitting it to Zaar so it doesn't get lost again. (Unfortunately the recipe doesn't say how large or thick the dough circles should be, so some experimentation might be necessary! I've also guessed at the cooking time - please watch your cookies!) -- posted by CassiaDawn

Slovak Kolacky

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:50:04 -0500

This tasted just like the cookies my Slovak Polish grandmother used to make. From cooks.com -- posted by AElfflaed

Brownie-Raspberry Torte

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:09:29 -0500

I've been hanging onto this recipe for several years, and keep promising myself that I'm going to make it one day. -- posted by *Kathy*

Cranberry Orange Pinwheels

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:10:42 -0500

Recipe I want to try next fall. -- posted by *Kathy*

Chocolate Popcorn Biscotti

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:25:38 -0500

I haven't tried this, but it looks so interesting, I'm posting to try later. From the Popcorn site, made for kids. A Fun Fact: Popped corn has only 31 calories per cup, and oil popped corn has only 55 calories per cup! -- posted by Sharon123

Disgustingly Rich Brownies

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:20:22 -0500

From Klutz Kids Cooking: A Very Slightly Messy Manual. These are the best brownies I have ever had, and they get rave reviews every time I bake them for an event. For an even more decadent treat, add chocolate chips. You won't be disappointed. -- posted by BB2011

Nut and Poppy Seed Kolachki

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:37:25 -0500

One of mom's sure-fire, hand-me-down recipes. These don't get much easier. Yield is definitely going to vary depending on how thick/thin you roll your dough and size of your cuts. -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Double Kisses (Great for Valentine's Day)

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:05:40 -0500

So good, but I can't say easy. Your Valentine will Love you. I've estimated the prep time. I recall this was a recipe that was printed in the Daily Record (newspaper). -- posted by Holly-Daze

Citrus - Drizzled Cranberry - Oatmeal Cookies

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 19:40:47 -0500

Published in Cooking Light magazine, December 2006. -- posted by swissms

Healthy Oatmeal Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:57:33 -0500

In a quest to eat healthier, I developed this recipe. My husband and I have a big sweet tooth, so instead of fighting the urge, we decided to go for a healthy option. I make these cookies every Sunday night and they serve as my breakfast and his dessert through the week. -- posted by Chef #1341192

Doubletree Hotel Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:04:02 -0500

By far the best cookies you will ever eat. -- posted by pbrsucks

Rocky Road Crispy Bars

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:05:05 -0500

Posting for safe keeping. Tupperware recipe. Very tasty, very satisfying. Well liked by the whole family (especially men and children!). Gluten free also. -- posted by mjerusha

Three Layer Keebler Bars

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:32:46 -0500

These bars are really rich and sinful, but so worth every calorie!!! -- posted by mommyoffour

Peanut Butter Bites

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:37:05 -0500

This recipe is from the BHG website. I tried it for Christmas and it was a hit on my cookie tray. I also couldn't keep my hands off them. Great cookie for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. -- posted by Roxanne J.R.

Lemoniest Lemon Squares

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 23:08:24 -0500

These are the best lemon bars I've ever tried. They have a fabulously buttery crust, a not too sweet or too tart curd-like lemony filling, and a thin chewy top. The recipe is from San Francisco pastry chef Emily Luchetti's cookbook, "Classic Stars Desserts". With more than a cup of fresh lemon juice, the lemon flavour is really pronounced, the filling sets up real well and the dusted sugar makes for a beautiful presentation. NOTE: The squares can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving. Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving. -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Chunk Caramel Brownies

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:57:43 -0500

This is the perfect dessert I made one day while bored, but everyone was pleasantly suprised and asked for more! -- posted by shayC130

Pumpkin Spice Blossoms

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:01:00 -0500

A fall twist on a classic peanut butter blossom, utilizing a seasonal candy! The recipe can be found here: http://lobsterandfishsticks.com/2009/11/17/pumpkin-spice-blossoms/ -- posted by ChefMamaBlogger

Orange Brownies

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:09:39 -0500

A woman named Brenda Jacobson gave out this recipe at a church activity, and I snatched it right up! So wonderful, easy, and different. At brunches I'll serve this alongside a mint brownie for a different selection and it gets rave reviews. My kids even prefer these over the original. -- posted by Chef Lindsay

Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:54:13 -0500

This is a great recipe to make when you have a limited amount of time and your little ones want cookies now!! -- posted by Davalyn_rain

Cinnamon Nutmeg White Chocolate Blondies

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:16:28 -0500

Adapted from and inspired by recipe # 48582, butterscotch blondies. The store was out of butterscotch chips, and this came to mind when I saw the cinnamon chips. -- posted by lindseycore

Candy Bar Brownie Crunch

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:20:52 -0500

Pat Neely says his vice is brownies and these were what Gina made him when they were courting. He says these are the most decadent brownies you will ever eat! From the Down Home with the Neely's cookbook! -- posted by Sharon123

Kellogg's Cocoa Krispies Footballs

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:16:09 -0500

I got this off the box of Kelloggs corn flakes- but it actually calls for cocoa krispies! LOL My kids wanted to make this, but oldest needed the box for school, so here it is, on zaar for safe keeping! Guessed on servings/yield because I have never made them before.... -- posted by Jennywren93