Recipezaar: Rolled Cookies,Kid Pleaser recipes

Lemon Cookies

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:59:25 -0500

I made these lemon cookies for my Christmas cookie tray this year. They are a light a delicate cookie with a texture a bit like shortbread. I cut them into various shapes, including people and made them a bit like 'lemon bread men'. The recipe originally came from the UK TV cook Rachel Allen. I originally posted this trying to convert from grams to ounces and it was too confusing. So, I have put it back to grams :) -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Original Be-Ro Melting Moments-Afternoon Tea Biscuits or Cookies

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:42:55 -0500

These are great little "light as a feather" and meltingly crisp English style biscuits, or cookies. This recipe is the slightly adapted recipe from the Be-Ro Flour cookbook - they suggest lard, but I don't "do" lard! Melting Moments ALWAYS made an appearance on my grandmother and mum's afternoon tea table, and we also had them popped into our lunch boxes for school. The recipe is SO easy to rustle up and they stay crisp and fresh for up to 5 days in an airtight tin. You can roll them in coconut or oats, I prefer coconut - but I am sure they would be just as nice with oats, which is a suggested alternative. Children and "big children" love these, and they really are melting moments, great with a cuppa English tea! -- posted by French Tart

Ginger Crisps

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:39:02 -0400

A recipe from my Nanna. -- posted by mortar&pestle

Fabulous Shamrock Sugar Cookies

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:35:43 -0400

These are fantastic cookies to have for celebrating St. Patricks Day in style! If you don't have a shamrock cookie cutter then draw a shamrock onto a piece of thick card, cut out & use as a template. You can make these ahead of time & freeze (un-iced). Time to make doesn't include chilling time. The kids love to help out in the kitchen when we make these. -- posted by Um Safia

Maple Sugar Cookies

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:34:31 -0400

A flavorful little cookie from the New England chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Jelly-Centered Sugar Cookies

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:54:04 -0400

Sugar cookies are pretty good by themselves, but the jelly or jam in this recipe really kicks them up to the next level. From the New England chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Almond Sandwich Cookies

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 16:13:55 -0400

These easy, elegant, tiny sandwich cookies are sure to be a crowd pleaser at showers, tea parties or anytime a little nibble is on the menu. You can tint the filling any color to fit your event or mood! -- posted by Humble Bee

Mandelkränzchen (Almond Wreaths)

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:44:17 -0400

This old recipe is from my grandmother's recipe box. I'm not sure where she got it. I do remember eating them at her house during christmas past. My sister and I would use one finger each in the center hole and try and tear the cookie apart kind of like a wishbone. Who ever got the bigger section won and, of course, we each would keep winning and that meant eating more cookies. The time does not include overnight in the refridgerator. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Super Simple Peanut Butter Cookies

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:02:29 -0400

This recipe is just what it says so simple a monkey in a bakery could do it!! Let me put it this way It's only got 3 ingredients!! -- posted by The cook you would want to kiss

{ Cookies by Design } Sugar Shortbread Cookies

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:45:53 -0400

I've heard of the 'Cookies By Design' company, but have never tried their cookies. This is supposed to be a copy-cat of their sugar shortbread cookie. -- posted by Celeste :)

Naan-Berenji

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:31:37 -0400

A delicately flavored cookie from Iran posted in response to a recipe request. -- posted by Molly53

Soft "n" Chewy Creamsicle Cookies

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:32:33 -0400

very yummy recipe,i got this recipe from zaar, but i adapted it to taste like a creamsicle, but this is a very versitle recipe can be changed easily, by the pudding flavor and chocolate chips you can make it your own, very simple recipe -- posted by Chef #821066

Irresistible Cookies

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:44:28 -0400

The taste is amazing! Children, small and large, young and old, love these. -- posted by Nanna D

Ginger Cookies

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:26:49 -0400

A recipe my mom always made for us. I think she is the reason I love all those nutty spices like ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves - the list goes on and on. These are great with a nice cup of tea for dipping! The dough needs to chill 2 hours before rolling out for cutting - so allow this extra time. The amount of cookies will vary depending on the size and shape of the cookie cutters you use. For a standard 2" round cutter, you will get approximately 40 cookies from this recipe. -- posted by HokiesLady

Low-Fat, Delightful Hamantaschen Cookies

Fri, 16 May 2008 13:40:05 -0400

These cookies are traditionally made for the Jewish holiday of Purim, and the traditional filling is made of prunes or poppy seeds. However, I've found these are tremendously popular anytime, and can be spiffed up by using any kind of jelly, jam or preserves as filling. This recipe is lower in fat than my normal recipe (for the full-fat version, replace the banana with another stick of butter and the low-fat yogurt with sour cream). Enjoy! I always get lots of great comments on these. -- posted by Foxgirl

Filled Cookies

Wed, 28 May 2008 20:20:25 -0400

These are delicious German cookies. Recipe is from All Recipes. Plan ahead, dough must refrigerate for 2 hours (not included in prep time). -- posted by Lainey6605

Honey Cookies

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 19:52:29 -0400

Very simple and tasty cookie. I really like using honey in anything I make as I feel it gives a very unique flavor. Delicious. -- posted by mommyoffour

Banana Nut Cookies

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 02:15:38 -0400

These are so easy and so good! Like banana bread in a cookie size! Even better when they're frosted (mmmm...buttercream :). Can roll them and cut them out, or just roll into small balls and squish with the bottom of a glass. I've used the Betty Crocker and Mrs. White's muffin mixes with equal success. Have yet to try with Jiffy mix though since it's always out. -- posted by F-16 momma

Best No Flour Peanut Butter Cookies Ever

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:20:09 -0400

These cookies are amazing. My mom and I made it for a friend who has a son that can't have flour... They taste fantastic, are super moist and delicious. -- posted by Baby Bam

Cookie Bouquet Cookies

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:36:46 -0400

I found this from someone else online, and fell in love with it. These are exactly like the cookies I have ordered from Cookie Bouquet. The lemon is what really does it. Make sure to use high-quality, super-fine granulated sugar, as this combined with the powdered sugar gives that melt-in-your-mouth feel. My husband and I enjoy decorating them together. -- posted by Vicki in Houston, TX

B B's Peanut Butter Cookies

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:37:59 -0400

This is another of my memories from childhood. I made these cookies back in the '50's when I was quite young. Mother gave me the cookbook where they were written inside, I was still quite young. They are your basic standard peanut butter cookie, but none of the others have these exact same ingredients, so I get to share yet another treasure from my past. -- posted by Sweetiebarbara

Jammie Dodgers (Jam Sandwich Cookies)

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:40:24 -0400

I can't believe this recipe hasn't been posted! Jammie Dodgers are really yummy biscuits (cookies) that are popular in U.K., I always associate them with parties when I was little. They're like linzer cookies but thicker and more kid-friendly. This recipe was originally from the Australian taste.au site but I've changed it slightly to make them taste more authentic. Preparation time includes chilling. -- posted by Rainbow*Bubbles

Double Chocolate Freckle Cookies (Biscuits)

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:53:02 -0400

These biscuits are a cookie version of the Aussie chocolate. Kids especially seems to love them. The recipe calls for you to use 3cm, 5cm & 6.5cm round cutters - the yield is based on using these cutters. Of course you could do them all the same size. From Australian Women's Weekly: Cookies book. -- posted by Mischka

Paula Deen Almond Chocolate Balls

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 02:56:01 -0400

another one from Paula Deen. Chocolate and Almonds is always irresistable. Cook time is chill time. -- posted by Jennygal

Lemon Sugar Wafers

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:54:21 -0400

From a Robin Hood cookbook. -- posted by Suzie_Q

Animal-Cracker Cookies

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 01:27:25 -0400

Found this on the William-Sonoma web site and they are so cute and look pretty easy think the DGSs will really like them. So decided to put the recipe here for safe keeping until the cookie cutters I've ordered arrive and I can make them. I think these will be fun and most recipes I get from William Sonoma taste great so hope these do to. Prep time does not include refrigeration or cooling time. I've guessed at the serving amount as the number of cookies will depend on the size of your cutters. Mine are small like regular animal crackers. -- posted by Bonnie G #2

Chocolate Spiderweb Cookies

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:31:50 -0400

Cooking Light. -- posted by dicentra

Gingerbread Men

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:24:35 -0400

This delicious recipe for all-natural Gingerbread Men is one of my childhood favorites. It's a great recipe! -- posted by Eleanor Grosch

Triple Choc Cookies

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:54:33 -0400

Adapted from an edition of Good Taste magazine. -- posted by katew

Chocolate Raspberry Truffles

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:56:42 -0400

From Davinci -- posted by **Mandy**

Butterscotch Gingerbread Cookies

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:25:39 -0400

Source: Taste of Home (Times below do not reflect refrigeration time) -- posted by Mom2Rose

Tombstone Cookies

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:31:14 -0400

Sunset. Designed to go into shot glasses full of pots de creme (or chocolate pudding?) -- posted by dicentra

Snowflake Cookies

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:00:42 -0400

This recipe is from "The Little Book of Christmas Cooking". It is full of these great little recipes designed for kids to do with adults, with easy step by step instructions. - Keep the cookies in an airtight container and eat them within a week. These little cookies look great when you draw different designs on them with regular and sparkly icing. I suggest using those prepackaged tubes of fine point icing for these cookies, but feel free to use any icing you want to. You will need to have something to pipe the cing on with. You will also need a 2 1/2 inch round cookie cutter for this. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Christmas Fairy Crowns

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:01:40 -0400

This recipe is from "The Little Book of Christmas Cooking". It is full of these great little recipes designed for kids to do with adults, with easy step by step instructions. - Keep the cookies in an airtight container and eat them within three days. If you don't have self-rising flour you can use this recipe Recipe #273841 to make your own. I never buy it, but make it in small batches for what I need each time. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:39 -0400

Taken from my mom's old 60's dessert cookbook, these are rich and can be made ahead. Prep time is chilling time. -- posted by Mami Janine

Peanut Butter Cream Sandwich Cookies

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 23:00:52 -0500

This is a recipe I plan to use for my Christmas give-aways this year. It's from Better Homes & Gardens. I'm putting it here so it will be easy to find and also so I can add it to my Zaar shopping list when I do my Christmas cooking shopping (as all my Christmas give-aways will be from your submitted Zaar recipes!!). The cookie recipe follows and the filling recipe is in the directions below. -- posted by OB Nurse

Brown Sugar Cutouts

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:49:52 -0500

These homemade cookies are very popular to anyone who tries them. I make them every Christmas. I got this recipe from Taste of Home. Preparation time includes chilling time. -- posted by Lainey6605

The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:51:56 -0500

I had these at a friend's little girl's birthday party. I don't normally rave about a cookie. And, it takes a special dessert to get my attention. These cookies were amazing. I like my cookies soft. This fit the bill. Plus, they decorated beautifuly. They reminded me of the look of a Cookie Bouquet cookie with a lot better taste. The icing is Wilton's buttercream icing. A thin layer of this made for an amazing cookie. -- posted by Martha Cooks!

Date-Filled Pinwheel Cookies

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 23:37:36 -0500

Make ahead freezer rolled cookies, This is an old family recipe of my Grandmother's. It has beenTHE Holiday cookie all of my life. It's the only one my (now grown) kids ask for each year in their Christmas package. They went to Iraq one year. They keep well, travel well but that's not the very best thing about these cookies. You can have them ready to go and served warm for party occasions, in no time at all. Wow your friends. Most of the work takes place ahead of time. -- posted by Desertfanny

Magnolia Lace Trumpets With Vanilla Cream Cheese Filling

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:39:41 -0500

This recipe is from Paula Deen from the recent issue of Food Network Magazine. -- posted by Lainey6605

Gingerbread Men

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:54:49 -0500

My son's nursery school teacher gave me this recipe. Thanks Mrs. Bush. -- posted by najwa

Whole-Wheat Sugar Cookies

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:53:34 -0500

This recipe was in my "Health" magazine, December 2008 edition. -- posted by senseicheryl

Velvety Butter Cookies

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:23:36 -0500

This recipe was in an email today from Gooseberry Patch. "We're always looking for fun ways to wrap up and give homemade goodies, and one of our favorite ideas is to use a muffin tin. New tins can be used afterward for baking muffins and cupcakes and vintage tins can be used in a craft room for sorting buttons and ribbon. How clever!" -- posted by senseicheryl

Yummy Sugar Cookies

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:11:32 -0500

These are the best sugar cookies I've ever had. -- posted by Chef #1051101

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

Sugar Cookies

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:29:52 -0500

These are lovely cookies. They are nice and soft. Mae McDonald's recipe. -- posted by Nature's Cuisine

Cream Cheese Walnut Refrigerator Cookies

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:54:02 -0500

This recipe from Martha Stewart produces a slice-and-bake cookie with a tight crumb that immediately falls apart into deliciousness in your mouth. Try it! I also think this would work well with other nuts, like pecans. A great cookie recipe for the holiday season. You can make the dough ahead of time and freeze it until you want to use it. Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Bit Cookies

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:08:02 -0500

This is from the back of a bag of chocolate buttons. I haven't tried it yet. -- posted by Sara 76

White Choc-Chip Cookies

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:13:37 -0500

This recipe was on the back of a Choc Chip packet. These are so yummy! I didn't bother with the decorating, I just threw all the choc chips straight in! -- posted by Sara 76

Cinnamon Applesauce Cookies

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:00:34 -0500

This is a healthier cookie but is still delicious! From one of my favourite cookbooks, "One Smart Cookie", by Julie Van Rosendaal. Dough needs an hour to chill before rolling out. -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:10:24 -0500

A great holiday treat! This is a delicious low-fat cookie recipe from the great cookbook, "One Smart Cookie: All Your Favourite Cookies, Squares, Brownies and Biscotti... with less fat !", by Julie Van Rosendaal. Dough must chill for an hour before rolling out. An alternative (make-ahead) way to make this recipe is as an icebox cookie. Shape the dough into a 12 long log, wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Slice log into 1/4 slices and bake as directed. -- posted by blucoat

Kid's Cookies

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:40:46 -0500

My kids love making cut-out cookies, and this is a great little recipe! The number of cookies will vary, depending on what cookie cutters you use. -- posted by Sara 76

My Favorite Rolled Sugar Cookies

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:55:29 -0500

I found this recipe on a bag of Wal-mart sugar some time ago, and it was so simple, I had to try it. I have tried a zillion sugar cookie recipes, trying to get the soft cookie I like best. I think I have found the perfect sugar cookie. Please note that your cookie yield will vary, depending on what size cookie cutter you used. When I use a variety of sized Christmas cookie cutters, I normally get about 2-1/2 dozen. -- posted by AndreaVT96

Ice Box Cookies

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:10:23 -0500

Another Christmas favorite. Prep time does not include chilling. -- posted by KissKiss

Grandma Dorothy's Sugar Cookies

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:31:31 -0500

I got this recipe from my friend who makes the best sugar cookies. She got it from her grandma Dorothy. -- posted by HSingARMYmom

Best Cut out Cookies

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:33:51 -0500

I've looked for a recipe like this for years. These are a soft sugar cookie. Great for Christmas cut out cookies. Compliments of my mother-in-law. -- posted by Shelli

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

Sugar Cookies

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:38:31 -0500

I'm not sure where I got this cookie recipe but it is fantastic. Prep time does not include refrigeration time. You can decorate with a royal icing or sugar sprinkles. -- posted by LivetoRide

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

No-Cook Snowballs

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:19:15 -0500

With all the Snowball recipes on here, I was shocked to see that this one wasn't. This is a super quick and easy recipe that even the youngest child can help with (our 2 yr old neighbor had a grand time)! The perfect Christmas treat! This recipe came from one of the many Gooseberry Patch cookbooks. -- posted by AngelaTN

Pumpkin Pecan Empanaditas (Mini Empanadas)

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:31:27 -0500

These are really pretty, little, bite-size pastries/cookies. This is a traditional dessert in Spanish-speaking countries (such as Mexico) but also can be served as a sweet appetizer. You can also use jam or dulce de leche as the filling. Don't skip the glaze as it holds the empanaditas together. This recipe is from "Diana's Desserts". Filling needs at least 45 minutes to cool (less in the freezer). -- posted by blucoat

Sugar-Crusted Chocolate Cookies

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:24:38 -0500

A Jacques Torres recipe that makes a delicious, crumbly-textured cookie. Dough is done in the food processor. -- posted by KathyP53

Traditional Algerian Sables (Cookies) - Like Linzer Augen

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:42:52 -0500

This is my own family recipe for the traditional Algerian 'Sables' cookies. These sables are very easy to make & are a real favourite in our home. We like them with strawberry jam filling & icing sugar dusting or with apricot jam filing & dessicated coconut finish... but you can use any of your favourite preserves (if they have fruit pieces in you should sieve them before using. I have a special 4cm fluted sables cutter but you can use any cutters. I oftern use star cutters then punch out the small round centre by using a small metal bottle top (like on food colourings), or round cutter & using a small star, heart or flower cutter for the centre. These sables freeze nicely in layers separated by parchment or waxed paper in an airtight container. Allow to defrost in a single layer then dust the tops & fill with jam. -- posted by Um Safia

Algerian Helouwa Ta'aba (Lemon or Sesame Cookies)

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:31:09 -0500

Helouwa Ta'aba are very traditional, lovely simple cookies from Algeria. They should be quite hard, but if you prefer them a little softer then take them out of the oven at 20 minutes. There are 2 versions of this recipe, one flavoured with lemon & the other is plain but topped with sesame seeds. Both versions are below. This particluar recipe is our family recipe & is DH's all time favourite helouwa as it is not too sweet (so he can eat more lol!) -- posted by Um Safia

Soft and Easy Gingerbread Men

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:48:37 -0500

This dough will hold any form you want to cut from it but it will still bake up soft! (I think the soft texture comes from the applesauce.) The kids will love decorating them and we all agree that they are pretty tasty too! -- posted by Fitness Guru

Sugar Cookie 1964

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:34:23 -0500

Crisp old fashion sugar cookie., just dust with more sifted powdered icing sugar for a nice everyday cookie. -- posted by andypandy

Sweet and Salty Cookies

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:41:13 -0500

I have not tried these cookies. I'm posting this recipe for safe keeping. I found this recipe in Bake The Best Ever Cookies kids cookbook. What could be better than combining your favorite taste sensations into one fantastic cookies? Absolutely nothing. Kids know the two yummiest treats in the world are chocolate and potato chips! Sarah says: If the dough is too sticky to shape into pieces, chill it in the refrigerator for about 1/2 hour before using. -- posted by internetnut

Honey Gingerbread Cookies

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:18:21 -0500

I found this recipe in The Pooh Cookbook. I have not tried this recipe. I'm posting this recipe for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Apricot Hamentaschen (Hamentashen / Hamantaschen / Hamantashen)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:15:53 -0400

This recipe is from pastry chef Gale Gand. These are a traditional Jewish/Israeli cookies associated with the holiday of Purim. These will keep 1 week in an airtight container. They also freeze well. Dough requires 30 minutes chilling time. -- posted by blucoat

Hamantaschen Dough (Aka Hamantashen / Oznei Haman)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:28:27 -0400

I found this excellent, pareve, hamantash recipe on a forum for Jewish women. This dough is very easy to work with and makes a crisp cookie. The cookies freeze very well. -- posted by blucoat

Almond Hamantashen Cookies

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:36:08 -0400

This recipe from Eileen Goltz is more time-consuming than many hamantashen recipes, but the compliments youll receive will make it worth it! Eileen Goltz, is a professional chef and caterer, and the author of the Kosher cookbook, "Perfectly Pareve". The recipe was printed in my local paper. -- posted by blucoat

Pinwheel Cookies

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:14:41 -0400

Tip: mix in whole wheat pastry flour in place of or combined with the white flour. I found this recipe in Parent & Child magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Giant Sugar Plum Cookies

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:07:42 -0400

A lovely filled cookie from an old newspaper clipping. Roll some out for your family gatherings or for story time with a glass of icy cold milk. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

British Fig Rolls - Almost Better Than Shop Bought!

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:47:22 -0400

This is a recipe I found many years ago for authentic Fig Rolls, and they are almost better than the shop bought variety, much though I love the commercial ones! Try to roll out the pastry as thinly as possible, other than that, this recipe is a breeze to make. Fig rolls are a much-loved "biscuit" from my childhood days and I make them whenever I can as I now live in France, as we cannot get them here. Fig rolls are great for a mid-morning snack with a cuppa as well as being ideal for school lunchboxes, picnics, gifts and afternoon tea. (I have posted this recipe on Zaar especially for Lalaloula, who asked about a fig roll recipe in the British forum.) -- posted by French Tart

Tko Cookies - Thomas Keller Oreos

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:16:49 -0400

These delightful grown-up oreos are sold at Thomas Keller's famed Bouchon Bakery. They have a deep chocolate flavour, and a little salt to perfectly balance the rich filling. The recipe was printed in "The Essence of Chocolate" by John Scharffenberger. Plan ahead as the filling requires time to set up. These cookies are very versatile and you can play with the filling flavour. -- posted by blucoat

Owl Cookies

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:14:04 -0400

These are cute for Hallowe'en and especially appropriate for Brownies. It's a basic sugar cookie with a bit of a savoury, salty crunch. . -- posted by Cecily Parsley

Holiday Gingerbread Cutout Cookies

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:37:06 -0400

This recipe is from my sister-in-law's mother, who was kind enough to share her recipe. I make these every Christmas, and my family looks forward to them every year. The yield depends on the type of cookie cutters you use (I estimated, based on 1 1/2"-size cookies). -- posted by Greeny4444

Cut-Out Cookies in a Flower Pot

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:09:49 -0400

I found this recipe in allrecipes.com and was originally posted by Laura... Though it's just my 2nd time to bake I was surprised that it turned out great... the cookie alone was delicious! my advise is to find a good hiding spot for them for decoration 'coz they'll be gone in no time... * I used royal icing to decorate. -- posted by newbie in cooking

Easy Lemon Shorties

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:26:41 -0400

Another cookie recipe for my "to try" list from Canadian Living Muffins and Cookies. *Preparation time includes 30 minutes refrigeration time -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Creamy Vanilla Frosting

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:10:26 -0400

This is the recipe that I use for the Cut out frosted butter cookies. This recipe is also in the Best Foods of Christmas cookbook. I always double this recipe so we have plenty of frosting to go around for everyone to decorate. I also divide the frosting into thirds. I'll take one bowl of frosting and add red food coloring to make it pink and add peppermint extract. In another bowl of frosting I'll add green food coloring for green frosting. In the other bowl of frosting I keep it white for white frosting. YEAH now for the FUN part. -- posted by SoCalCookerGal

Old-Fashioned Cut out Frosted Butter Cookies

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:01:54 -0400

I made these cookies with my mom when I was young. My daughter and I now make these every year for Christmas keeping the tradition going. This recipe comes out of a darling cookbook dated 1947 called Best Loved Foods of Christmas. The pictures and graphics are so adorable. Baking the cookies isn't always the fun part but the decorating is a blast! My daughter asks me every year about SUMMER time Mom, can we make Cutout cookies again this year LOL! I always say YES most certainly! The time it takes to make these is worth the time. If you share these with others you will get so many compliments! IWhen I make these I break it up into a 2 day job. First day we bake the cookies and next day we decorate. These cookies also store well. I store them in a big air tight plastic container. Anyways have a blast making these. Your children or Grandchildren will grow up having fond memories of you and them baking these as I do with my Mother! -- posted by SoCalCookerGal

Orange Spiced Gingerbread Cookies

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:43:07 -0400

Traditional cut-out gingerbread cookies are spiced with grated orange peel for a subtle new taste sensation. Makes 4 dozen gingerbread cookies. Land-o-Lakes Cookbook. -- posted by daisygrl64

Coconut Cookie Slices (Danish Fedtebrød)

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:17:01 -0400

These cookie slices were my absolute favorites growing up in Denmark; they are simple but yet so delicious - especially if you are a sweetened coconut fan. This is an old family recipe; I have tried to search the origin but it goes hundreds of years back literally. I have done my best to convert recipe into cups/tbsp but if you have a scale I recommend that you weigh the ingredients instead of using the other measures. The cookies freeze well. The dough is quite fragile and I would recommend that you cool if for 10-15 min in the fridge before rolling out. -- posted by Deantini

Basic Sugar Cookies

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:52:02 -0400

This is a very good basic and simple recipe for the traditional sugar cookie. The dough is very easy to work with and just perfect for cookie cutting and decorating. Number of cookies depend on the cut out sizes, so the 25 cookie estimate is very approx. 1 hour cooling time is not included in prep time -- posted by Deantini

Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:00:53 -0500

I had misplaced this recipe and recently found it again. When DD was in Kindergarten the children had to take turns bringing a snack to school for everyone to share and DD loved to bring these cookies. I love this recipe because it doesn't require refrigeration before rolling out and because the cookies always turned out beautifully. The recipe is from a little booklet called Wilton Christmas Recipes & Ideas. Note: If you're using margarine, be sure to use the hard margarine that comes in a brick like butter, not soft tub margarine. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Barbara's Tea Cakes (Cookies)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:27:12 -0500

A dear friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. The recipe became a favorite & I have used it for everything over the years. It has made it way to many a Girl Scout mtg, school party, potluck, etc. Tea Cakes became my family's favorite cookie at the holidays. It isn't Christmas without a platter of these & a bag for everyone to take home. They are good plain and sweeter with the glaze & icing. -- posted by Susie D

Fluffy "cut-Out" Sugar Cookies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:49:52 -0500

Have you ever had those sugar cookies at publix that are really fluffy and cake like? Well hear is that recipe. I think its the sour cream that makes it so fluffy. I also roll them out maybe 1/4 in thick and under cook them a little but thats probably a personal preference. They do take a little work just like any cut-out cookies but this is something that anytime I ask someone in our family what I can bring for dessert they always say this! I use my kitchen aid but before that I would use my hand blender as long as I could and then mix the last part of the flour in by hand. Hope you enjoy. -- posted by 998171

Best Gingerbread Cookies.....ever!!!!!

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:13:48 -0500

The best gingerbread cookies you will ever eatin your life!!! -- posted by Chef #1457488

Traditional Scottish Pure Butter Shortbread Cookies - Biscuits

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:49:57 -0500

Scotland's favorite tea-time or Christmas Holiday cookie! The very best fresh dairy butter is a requirement in these cookies, for flavor. Make them into squares or "Petticoat Tails", or any shape you wish. Great for gift giving. Our family favorite recipe, adapted from "Having Tea". -- posted by BecR

Sugarplums

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:47:45 -0500

"...while visions of sugarplums danced in their heads..." Make these up to 1 month in advance; store, refrigerated, in an airtight container with parchment or waxed paper between the layers. From Saveur magazine, December, 1999. -- posted by BecR

Special Gingerbread Cookies

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:45:14 -0500

Don't eliminate the orange and lemon zest. That's what make these extra special. Dough is freezable. I've used this recipe every year for the last 30 years...tried and true! (Note: For the first time this year, I substituted pure dark cane syrup for the molasses in one batch and many liked the milder flavor even better.) -- posted by gailanng

Wintermint Wafers

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:13:31 -0500

These chocolate cookies with a chocolate coating can be frozen for up to 3 weeks in an airtight container. -- posted by Lainey6605

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

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

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

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

Super Peanut Butter Cookies

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:20:57 -0500

These yummy cookies have Reese's peanut butter baking chip in- a Delightful cookie-kids will eat them up like the Cookie Monster -- posted by RoseofSharon

Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:49:05 -0500

This is one of my favorite desserts! I love to make this for BBQ's or showers. I doesn't last long so I always make two and keep one at home so my DH doesn't pout :) Enjoy! -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Mennonite Soft White Cookies

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:08:31 -0500

A sugar cookie that is not too sweet, but deliciously soft! I was served cookies like these by a Mennonite couple, and searched desperately for the recipe until I found this one on a Mennonite cooking website! They've been a big hit wherever I've taken them, and they're a family favourite! I've modified the recipe to have coconut on top, like they were first served to me. If necessary, add an extra 1/4-1/2 cup of flour to keep the dough from being too sticky, and if you don't have buttermilk, use 1 cup milk + 1 tsp. vinegar and let stand for 5 minutes before use. The measurements for the icing are approximate, as I don't usually measure the amounts exactly and they aren't given on the recipe site; make more if you need/like more! Enjoy! -- posted by Nimmireth