Recipezaar: Hanukkah,Food Gifts recipes

7-UP Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

Tue, 13 Aug 2002 17:59:10 -0400

A nice moist pound cake for when you want something different. -- posted by Mysterygirl

Grandma's Grape Jelly

Tue, 13 Aug 2002 18:05:43 -0400

Grandma died when I was quite small but her jelly recipe has been passed on to me and I am sharing it with you. Enjoy! -- posted by Mysterygirl

Galaxy Cookies

Sun, 15 Sep 2002 17:31:16 -0400

I got this recipe from my mother and my favorite cookbook, Betty Crocker's Cookbook. These beautiful cookies are always a hit at parties because they look like little bonbons. These cookies are great to make for children, and it's easy to let them help out. -- posted by IAteMyGluestick

Low-Fat Almond Love Drops

Fri, 20 Sep 2002 23:25:57 -0400

These are soooooooo addictive. If you don't have ground cardamon, it's okay, but it really adds something special to the flavor. -- posted by Mirj

Cherry Bounce -- A Cordial

Mon, 30 Sep 2002 21:45:57 -0400

Sweet liqueurs made with seasonal fruit -- get a head start on your holiday gifts! -- posted by Mirj

Plum Cordial

Mon, 30 Sep 2002 21:46:02 -0400

Sweet and lethal. A great way to give gifts over the holiday, using the fruit that's in season at the end of summer! -- posted by Mirj

Bachelor's Brandy

Mon, 30 Sep 2002 21:46:06 -0400

A great way to bring the summer fruits into the holiday season! -- posted by Mirj

Ginger-Peach Jam (no pectin needed)

Mon, 30 Sep 2002 21:46:11 -0400

Another fantastic recipe from my upstairs neighbor, who likes to raid my fruit trees, and always gives me the wonderful things she makes with that fruit. I love to use this jam poured over chicken pieces in a crock pot, or covered in the oven. -- posted by Mirj

Sugar Cookies

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 21:50:55 -0400

Yummy cookies that wont last long. -- posted by ~*Miss Diggy*~

Cloverbloom Pound Cake

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 21:52:53 -0400

Another OLD recipe from my grandmother, cut off of a box of Armour's Cloverbloom butter. Lovely old fashioned flavor. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Cloverbloom Praline Cookies

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 21:53:15 -0400

Old recipe cut off of a Cloverleaf butter box, a long, long time ago, by my Grandmom. Nice addition to holiday trays. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolate Chews

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:46:18 -0400

Very old recipe from Cloverbloom butter box (out of my grandmom's recipe box). Pretty much a brownie, but full of old fashioned flavor. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Orange Upside-Down Cake

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:46:22 -0400

An old recipe from Armour Star Lard out of my grandmom's recipe box. I have substituted shortening for the lard :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Rainbow Cake

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:56:54 -0400

This is a very cool 3 layer cake that is delicious and pretty to look at. Frost as desired. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Almond Puffs

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:56:59 -0400

This is an interesting change of pace if you like working with yeast. Very light and delicious. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Frosted Double Chocolate Cookies

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:06:15 -0400

These are really good and REALLY CHOCOLATY!!!!! -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

Mini Chip Snowball Cookies

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:06:27 -0400

These are yummy little cookies that are easy to make. -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

FUDGY Peanut Butter Bars

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:06:33 -0400

These are peanut butter and chocolate combo bars that are rich and delicious. They are easy, too. -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

Rocky Road Squares

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:06:59 -0400

These yummy bars start with a brownie mix. -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

Light Double Chocolate Chip Brownies

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:07:04 -0400

These are very good and lower in fat and calories than regular brownies. -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

Low-Fat Marbled Chocolate Brownies

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:07:09 -0400

110 calories and only 3 grams of fat (each...not the whole pan!) -- posted by CrAzYcOoKeR222

Cocoa Cream Roll

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:11:20 -0400

This is an awesome cream covered and cream filled chocolate cake roll. Got this out of my old, old recipe box. I remember making it long ago and it is delicious. Great for the holidays! -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolate Nut Torte

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:11:32 -0400

Oh, boy, another one of those Grandma recipes that doesn't have exact oven temperature! It's a yummy recipe though...very rich :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolate Macaroons

Sun, 06 Oct 2002 22:05:20 -0400

Yummy flavor combination...one of my "old recipe box" recipes :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Holiday Pound Cake

Sun, 06 Oct 2002 22:06:29 -0400

This is a little lighter and tastier than the traditional fruit cake. This cake from a very old cook book of my grandmother's. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Pecan Meringues

Mon, 07 Oct 2002 22:06:14 -0400

Simple, light and addictive. -- posted by Mirj

Upside Down Dream Cake

Tue, 08 Oct 2002 22:02:17 -0400

This upside down cake is 2 layers with cherries and nuts! Also, pretty easy 'cause it starts with a mix. This came from the Philadelphia Bulletin, which no longer exists...so this is a pretty old recipe :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Vermont Pumpkin Walnut Cheesecake

Tue, 08 Oct 2002 22:02:22 -0400

Yum! Perfect for holiday baking or anytime! This is a pretty easy recipe considering it looks and tastes like you spent hours on it. This came in my first recipe box when I was teenager. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Rolled Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Tue, 22 Oct 2002 22:19:37 -0400

Yummy chocolate cookies that are to fun to cut out and decorate. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Poppy Seed Bread Mix

Sun, 27 Oct 2002 22:01:57 -0500

Great for Christmas gifts. Submitted in reply to a request. -- posted by papergoddess

Vegetable Rice Mix

Sun, 27 Oct 2002 22:02:21 -0500

Great for Christmas gifts, or just to have around for quick dinner side dishes. Posted in reply to a request. -- posted by papergoddess

Devilicious Cookie Cake Delights

Sun, 27 Oct 2002 22:12:49 -0500

. -- posted by Young Living in Texas

Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix

Tue, 29 Oct 2002 22:26:16 -0500

Great mix to give as gifts for the Holidays, or just to keep on hand for a "quickie" cookie fix!! -- posted by papergoddess

Sand Castle Brownie Mix

Tue, 29 Oct 2002 22:26:19 -0500

This is a great mix to give as gifts for the Holidays. Ingredients are layered in a quart-size canning jar which can be decorated. -- posted by papergoddess

Pink Party Sandwich Cookies

Tue, 05 Nov 2002 20:00:37 -0500

Very pretty sandwich cookies for showers and parties. Of course, you can use any food coloring to go with the theme of your choice. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Cappuccino in a jar

Wed, 20 Nov 2002 20:09:26 -0500

perfect inexpensive gift!! -- posted by paula&matt

Candied Almonds

Wed, 20 Nov 2002 20:16:34 -0500

Delicious and nutritious. -- posted by ~*Miss Diggy*~

Impossibly Easy Pumpkin Pie (Bisquick...too easy :)

Sun, 24 Nov 2002 20:06:17 -0500

No Way...WAY! The famous "no crust to roll out" Bisquick Impossible Pie turns Pumpkin for the holidays! -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Cinnamon Buns (Famous PA Dutch Sticky Buns)

Thu, 12 Dec 2002 20:13:34 -0500

This is a wonderful Amish recipe. I sometimes add chopped walnuts in with the filling. YUMMY :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolava Cookies

Sun, 15 Dec 2002 20:12:39 -0500

"This fudgy cookie flattens and crackles open during baking, hence the lava reference." An awesome chocolate fudge cookie recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal. -- posted by Izzy Knight

Chocolate Dipped Jam Filled Cats' Tongues

Tue, 17 Dec 2002 20:09:19 -0500

Posted by request, this is a combination of two cats' tongue recipes...one jam filled, the other chocolate dipped! The final product is a delicious buttery cookie with raspberry jam filling and rich chocolate. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Cats' Tongues (Cookies)

Tue, 17 Dec 2002 20:09:25 -0500

Basic cookies that can be turned into gorgeous fancy treats by filling with jam or chocolate or dipping into chocolate...or both :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Low Fat Pumpkin Roll #2

Tue, 17 Dec 2002 20:10:46 -0500

This is another great recipe, but because it uses 5 eggs, it is not low fat as my other posted recipe (Low Fat Pumpkin Roll). What you can do is make the other loaf, and use the icing from this one also. Either way, it's delish! -- posted by KerrBearr

Chai Tea Gift Mix

Thu, 19 Dec 2002 20:10:37 -0500

What a nice (and EASY!) gift to give at the holidays or any time of the year! Uses dry ingredients (like powdered instant iced tea mix) that are easily found at the grocery store. I put my mix in a pretty glass container and tie with a ribbon with an instruction card attached. Each recipe makes about 4 servings. -- posted by SaraFish

Almond Orange Macaroons

Fri, 03 Jan 2003 20:02:57 -0500

These are some of the most delicious cookies I have ever tasted. I like to peel the orange zest with my Microplane zester, which gives me a nice, powdery zest, but you can use a potato peeler and cut strips as well, since it will all get mixed up with the sugar in the food processor. -- posted by Mirj

Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:17:18 -0500

I found this recipe on a search for lemon zest recipes (I had just gotten my Microplane Zester and had fallen in love with it and was zesting lemons and oranges all over the place). The lemon zest doesn't have a starring role in these cookies, but they are pretty yummy, very apple pie-ish. -- posted by Mirj

Fruitcake Cookies

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:17:40 -0500

I know a lot of people that are actually scared of fruitcake, but everyone I know adores these cookies. -- posted by Mirj

Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken

Sun, 12 Jan 2003 20:30:58 -0500

One of my favorite cookies of all time, these are fabulous warm from oven, but also keep well in an airtight container. My Hungarian/Austrian Grandmom called these "Butterhorns", an aunt on the other side called her version "Schnecken" and I have seen versions of this also under "Rugelach" or "Rululach". It really does not matter what they are called, they are AWESOME!!!! (Chill time not included) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolate Pretzels (Cookies)

Sun, 12 Jan 2003 20:33:42 -0500

These are not chocolate covered pretzels, but yummy chocolate cookies shaped like pretzels with sugar crystal "salt". -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Chocolate Chip Walnut Bread

Mon, 13 Jan 2003 20:07:40 -0500

This quick bread reminds me of chocolate chip cookies...YUMMY :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Cranberry Upside-Down Cake

Mon, 13 Jan 2003 20:07:57 -0500

This is a yummy alternative if you don't like pineapples :) Very nice presentation and pretty easy, too. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Entenmann's Pound Cake

Tue, 28 Jan 2003 20:11:32 -0500

I have divine childhood memories of Entenmann's pound cake, which my mother rarely buy since she would usually bake her own. I found this recipe on a copycat site, and never ever thought of using powdered sugar before. -- posted by Mirj

Lemon Bars

Tue, 18 Feb 2003 20:04:55 -0500

In request to a recipe. I found this recipe on Kraft.com. Can substitute other cookies for the crust. -- posted by CrystalA

Crumb Cake

Fri, 28 Feb 2003 20:02:21 -0500

This will be the last crumb cake recipe you'll ever need. It's wonderful. It's my friend Fran's mother's recipe. It's far from low fat and I guess that's what makes it such a delicious cake. Everyone will ask you for the recipe. -- posted by luvmybge

Taco Meat

Tue, 04 Mar 2003 20:05:46 -0500

This is the recipe I like to use for my taco meat and we love it. -- posted by CrystalA

Banana Walnut Buttermilk Bread

Mon, 31 Mar 2003 20:03:41 -0500

This is a recipe I got off the side of a sugar bag. I haven't made it but it sounds so good. -- posted by kcdelong

FANTASTIC Potato Doughnuts w/ Chocolate Frosting!

Mon, 09 Jun 2003 20:03:41 -0400

These are SO yummy! They're not a lot of work, because you can cheat & use instant mashed potatoes. I always think I should half the recipe - but always decide not to - and they disappear SO quick! ENJOY! -- posted by WJKing

Candied Flowers

Wed, 30 Jul 2003 20:00:44 -0400

A tasty little candy with a gorgeous presentation, not difficult to make. Some ideas for edible flowers: rose, pansy, sunflower, basil, honeysuckle, lavender, violets. This recipe can also be used for fruits and roots (apples, carrots, parsnips, pears...) -- posted by Seebee

Doughnuts

Mon, 04 Aug 2003 20:10:07 -0400

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Lorraine's Luscious and Lovely Limoncello

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 20:01:07 -0400

My friend Lorraine B gave me this wonderful recipe when I was looking for an interesting hostess gift. One of the best things about this recipe is that it only takes one week to infuse, as opposed to up to a month that I've seen in other recipes. I actually made a quadruple recipe and got 6 bottles to give as gifts (I kept one for myself, of course!). At last night's preliminary tasting (2 hours after bottling) I can tell you that this is a very refreshing tipple! I'm also going to try this with oranges this winter. -- posted by Mirj

Chocolate Babka

Wed, 22 Oct 2003 20:00:34 -0400

This yeast bread tastes heavenly and looks fantastic. Everyone will wonder how you got the chocolate filling into such an elaborate pattern. But the best part is how great a slice tastes when warmed in the microwave. Recipe makes three loaves so you can give one as a gift, freeze one for later baking and still have one to eat now. Rising and resting times are included in cook time. -- posted by sugarpea

Bread Machine Doughnuts

Tue, 28 Oct 2003 20:01:40 -0500

My girls ages 7, 6, and 4 help me roll them!! A perfect fall Sunday afternoon activity. -- posted by paula&matt

Rugelach (Filled Cream Cheese Cookies)

Tue, 25 Nov 2003 20:00:58 -0500

I cannot imagine holiday-time without rugelach around. They are the most addictive, filled cookie ever! I usually make 2-3 times the recipe (inviting a friend over for coffee, chat and helpful rolling), then freeze and bake as needed. You will have none left by the end of the holidays, trust me. The bake time is approximate - it could be slightly more or slightly less, depending on how big you make the rugelach. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Crisped Parsnips

Tue, 02 Dec 2003 20:00:54 -0500

From Food and Drink Magazine. Goes well with poulty and is a nice alternative from the more typical vegetable side dishes. Reheat on a cookie sheet for 10 minutes at 350 degrees if necessary. -- posted by Miraklegirl

Pumpkin Buttermilk Doughnuts

Thu, 04 Dec 2003 19:59:54 -0500

These are a favourite 'cake' doughnut. Wonderful flavour from the pumpkin and spices and the tender crumb and tang provided by buttermilk. If your family is like mine, they'll be gone before you've finished making them! The dough has to 'rest' for atleast 3 hours or overnight - so I like to make them the night before for a special breakfast. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Artichoke Appetizers

Fri, 05 Dec 2003 20:00:53 -0500

Artichokes, garlic and cheese what a nice way to start off your holiday parties! -- posted by ~Rita~

Toasted Butter-Glazed Pecans

Fri, 05 Dec 2003 20:01:01 -0500

A nice treat to have when serving martinis or top your favorite pie, salad or veggie dish with them. Wrap in a air-tight container. Give as a gift. Appetizer or dessert you choose. -- posted by ~Rita~

Raspberry Braid

Sat, 06 Dec 2003 20:01:52 -0500

This has been in my recipe box so long I have no idea where it originated, but the card is so battered (literally :o) that you can tell it's a real favorite. It starts with easy packaged biscuit mix and makes a beautiful breakfast, brunch, or gift. The finished braid looks much more difficult than it is and is always well received. You can change the jam to whatever flavor you prefer (someday I want to try it with a cheese danish filling, too...mmmm!) -- posted by winkki

Midtown Deli Ezekiel Bread

Wed, 10 Dec 2003 20:00:47 -0500

This delicious Ezekiel Bread recipe was developed at The Midtown Deli & Bread Bakery in Savannah, Georgia. -- posted by Donna Deli

White Trash

Wed, 24 Dec 2003 20:00:32 -0500

Found this on another web site and made it for my residents' Holiday party. Definitely a hit. Makes a LOT!!!! -- posted by mandabears

Autumn Chocolates

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 20:00:16 -0500

I made chocolate dipped candied orange peels and with the leftover chocolate I made these drops. They are yummy and go well with autumn and winter celebrations. -- posted by Lottidawe

Chocolate Covered Toffee Matzo (Matzah)

Wed, 21 Jan 2004 19:59:54 -0500

Very tasty treat. In fact it is almost impossible to resist -- posted by Bruce Gurnick

Rosquillas (Spanish Doughnuts)

Fri, 31 Dec 2004 20:03:35 -0500

This is an age old recipe. I usually make these for Christmas time but they can be eaten any time of the year. -- posted by Susie T

Sata Andagi (Okinawan Doughnuts)

Tue, 06 Sep 2005 19:48:32 -0400

These are found basically everywhere on Okinawa, very thick and hearty little doughnut balls! Got this off a local okinawan recipe site. -- posted by Jessica K

Italian Doughnuts

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 23:20:01 -0500

Talk about easy...this couldn't be easier, unles, of course, you bought them! And who doesn't like homemade doughnuts. Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis, Episode#: SR0101. See this recipe on air Sunday Nov. 27, 2005 at 5:00 PM ET/PT. -- posted by Nana Lee

Belgian Tuile Cookies

Sat, 19 Nov 2005 05:12:56 -0500

These are very thin and delicate cookies. -- posted by southern chef in louisiana

Oat and Honey Challah (Bread)

Mon, 12 Dec 2005 22:11:09 -0500

A chewy, delicious, easy challah/bread recipe. The proportions of white to whole wheat flour can be varied to taste. A variation on a recipe found in the Crowning Elegance cookbook -- posted by Sarah Chana

Cinnamon Drop Doughnuts

Fri, 06 Jan 2006 12:49:19 -0500

Another "mix" recipe from pancake mix. I suppose any kind of pancake mix should work. Very fast snack/treat for the kids! -- posted by Nana Lee

Paczki (Polish "jelly" Doughnuts)

Wed, 24 May 2006 22:00:18 -0400

These are usually served just before the beginning of Lent. If you don't have a good old-fashioned bakery nearby, or you want to try your hand at making these treats, here recipe and tips on paczki-making from Polish Heritage Cookery. Prep time does not include rising time, and the cooking time is for 1 batch. The number of doughnuts bepends on size made and size of cutter used. Save the egg whites for another project. I've added a note about egg white recipes. -- posted by Nana Lee

Baked Sugar Doughnuts - P

Mon, 29 May 2006 21:39:50 -0400

Believe it! Fresh, warm doughnuts from easy refrigerated Pillsbury® biscuits! -- posted by Nana Lee

Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Rice Krispies

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 11:56:02 -0500

I subscribed to a food blog called Slashfood, which featured this recipe recently. Of course, I just had to go and make it. It satisfies on so many levels, you can't even begin to count them! -- posted by Mirj

Candied Orange (Or Grapefruit or Lemon) Peels

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 21:18:38 -0500

from Living on a Dime website. Haven't tried it but it looks promising. Keeps one week or can be frozen. -- posted by Sarah Chana

Easy Chocolate-Dipped Apricots (Apricot Chanukah Gelt)

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 16:52:02 -0500

This is a quick homemade candy delicacy that can also be used as a tastier take on Chanukah gelt, inspired by a recipe in Martha Stewart Living. I used Ghirardelli bitterwsweet baking chocolate bars. After you make the chocolate-dipped apricots, read up on how to play dreidel and use the candies in place of coins. These morsels make a great gift for any occasion. -- posted by What's Cooking?

Mrs. Field's Chocolate Chip Cookies - My Way

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 01:40:49 -0500

There are several versions of this wonderful recipe floating around. This is my particular take on it, posted here for safekeeping. I will give the "standard" ingredients first and will then give the alternate (healthier) ingredients that I personally use. I am guesstimating the number of cookies this yields. -- posted by coconutty

Twisted Snowballs

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:29:28 -0500

A new twist on the traditional Snowball Cookies aka Butter Balls, Walnut Balls, Pecan Puffs, etc. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Spiced Winter Tea Mix

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:03:10 -0500

I adapted this from a recipe I saw on menus4moms.com. Really cute gift to give in wrapped up in some pretty mugs. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Heavenly Brownies in a Jar

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 20:19:14 -0500

To give as gifts. Makes one gift in a canning jar. -- posted by WI Cheesehead

Five-Minute Spiced Orange Marmalade

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:41:52 -0400

Honey, brandy and spices enhance purchased marmalade for an easy-to-make gift. This makes about 3 cups, or enough for three 8-oz. jars. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Mini Cheesecake Recipe

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:15:38 -0500

Have all the ingredients at room temperature. Preheat an oven to 350 F. Lightly coat the cups of the 12-cup mini cheesecake pan with nonstick cooking spray. -- posted by Cheesecake Delivered

Easy Cut Rugelach

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 19:15:56 -0500

This delicious and beautiful recipe for rugelach (a flakey, tender Jewish pastry / cookie) was handed down through 4 generations of Gourmet Magazine's food editor Melissa Robertss family and was recently featured as part of "Gourmets Favorite Cookies: 1941-2008". These are easier than the typical crescent rugelach as they are scored first, baked, and then broken into individual cookies afterwards, for a wonderful variety of textures from top to bottom. The dough can be used for many different fillings including: Nutella (warm slightly before spreading), mini chocolate chips, cinnamon sugar, etc... Just use what you like! These freeze well. Dough must be chilled (preferably overnight) before using. -- posted by blucoat

Italian Brides Pecan Cookies (Pastelitos De Boda)

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 17:50:42 -0500

This is a pecan, crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth, cookie, that's perfect in the winter season, as the powdered sugar dusted on the cookies resembles snow. These are surprisingly quick and easy to make. This is an American twist on a classic Italian recipe, as it is made with pecans rather than the traditional almonds or hazelnuts. It's from Gourmet Magazine (Nov. 1986) and is currently featured as one of "Gourmets Favorite Cookies: 1941-2008". -- posted by blucoat

Triple-Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:56:07 -0500

This is a decadent cookie for the holidays. I don't find the drizzle necessary as they are really beautiful without it. This is from Bon Appétit Magazine (December 2004) and is featured as part of their Christmas Cookies special. The ranges for chocolate chips and cranberries just depend on how loaded you want your cookie. (The original recipe calls for the max. amount but I find that a bit much.) You can add some orange zest to the batter for a little extra seasonal flavour. -- posted by blucoat

Peppermint Swirls

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:56:08 -0500

Another cookie for your holiday cookie tray. As a bonus, this recipe can be refrigerated for up to a week. By leaving out the last 3 ingredients you could "morph" this recipe to other flavored and/or shape cookies. The cooking time is per baking sheet-ful. -- posted by Nana Lee

Really Good Rum Balls

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:28:14 -0500

This is a fabulous and easy no-bake recipe from "The Complete Christmas Cookbook", by Canadian Living. These must sit (and then be chilled) before serving. To make-ahead: Layer between waxed paper in airtight container and refrigerate or freeze for up to 1 month. -- posted by blucoat

Linzer Cookies (Dorie Greenspan)

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:35:34 -0500

This cookie recipe for Linzer Sables require a little effort, but they are so beautiful and tasty. The recipe is from one of my favourite cookbooks, "Baking: From My Home to Yours", by Dorie Greenspan. For a simpler cookie, omit the cutouts, although it does make beautiful cookies. You can dust these with confectioner's sugar just before serving. Both dough and cookies freeze well (without the sugar dusting). Dough requires 45 minute chilling time. -- posted by blucoat

Sugar-Topped Molasses Spice Cookies

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:03:31 -0500

These are big, crisp, and slightly crackled cookies, with as much or as little kick as you want (depending on how much pepper you add). The sugar topping makes for a lovely presentation and a great texture contrast. From one of my favourite cookbooks, "Baking: From My Home to Yours", by Dorie Greenspan. These cookies keep well. (Dough must be chilled for at least 30 minutes in the freezer.) -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:54:04 -0500

These are crisp on the surface with a soft and gooey centre. These are great for the holiday season as the white powdered sugar contrasts dramatically with the deep brown chocolate crevices and they look as though they are covered in snow. The recipe is from "Bakewise: The Hows and Whys of Successful Baking" by Shirley Corriher. These are Shirley's favourite cookies! She is a food scientist (as well as a cook) thus her recipes are very reliable. The dough needs to be refrigerated for a few hours or overnight. Makes 3 to 5 dozen, depending on size. -- posted by blucoat

Vegan Gingerbread Cut-Out Cookies

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:23:25 -0500

This egg-free and dairy-free recipe for a chewy gingerbread cookie is from Sarah Kramer's cookbook, "La Dolce Vegan!" (2005) and reprinted in today's local paper. For vegan frosting, use five parts icing sugar to one part water, blending until thick. or you can use chocolate peanut butter spread. Dough must chill for 2-4 hours. (While baking the first batch, return the dough to the fridge to chill it so dough doesn't stick to the rolling pin. Allow cookie sheet to cool before reusing.) -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate-Dipped Coffee Kisses

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:40:57 -0500

From the cookbook, "The Spirit of Christmas", published by Leisure Arts. You can buy the white, medium, or dark chocolate disks at your local grocery store, either in the bulk section, bakery area, or baking aisle. If you prefer, you can melt together 6 ounces of chips or baking chocolate (except unsweetened) and 1 tablespoon of shortening in place of the candy coating. -- posted by blucoat

Low Fat Cranberry Almond Bread

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:22:17 -0500

A low fat recipe that produces a very tasty cranberry bread. -- posted by J Mazz