Recipezaar: Brown Bag,Cookies & Brownies recipes

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies!!

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:22:23 -0500

These cookie are absolutely amazing!! They are best made large.. -- posted by REL <=

Lunchbox Peanut Butter Brownies

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:45:49 -0500

Peanut butter + chocolate = delicious! From America's Test Kitchen, these are a variation on their basic "lunchbox brownie." Dense and rich and peanut-buttery. This makes a small pan (8x8) so it will be gone quickly. :) -- posted by appleydapply

Easy Granola Bars

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:03:23 -0500

My friends mom gave us this recipe for Granola Bars and everytime I make them, I can hardly wait to eat them....So much so, that they are rarely shared with many people! Enjoy! -- posted by New Mommy 2 B

Vegan Cherry-Chocolate-Oat Chippers

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:33:19 -0500

These cookies have come a long way. From my mom's stained old copy of Company's Coming "Kids Cooking", now they're an ubiquitous, veganized family favorite. The cherries are my personal addition. I mean, you can use JUST plain ol' chocolate chips, but come on... :-) -- posted by White Rose Child

Avô's Biscoitos (Portuguese Biscotti/Cookies)

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:48:32 -0500

This is the Portuguese version of a dunking cookie. They are delicious, buttery cookies. Originally from Sao Miguel in the Azores, my Avô (Grandpa) on my father's side was a baker for many years in Montreal. This was his recipe. -- posted by frozen_rain

Coconut Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:17:41 -0500

This recipe come from a cookbook called 'Country Classics, Treasured recipes from the Country Women's Association of New South Wales', Australia. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Maple Syrup Flapjacks

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:31:48 -0500

Mouth-watering sweet oaty bars. These bars will keep for up to 5 days in an airtight container -- posted by English_Rose

Orange Biscuits Cookies

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:48:09 -0500

This recipe comes from a book called Country Classics, containing treasured recipes from the Country Women's Association of NSW, Australia. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Berry Energy Bars

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:05:18 -0500

Perfect for a mid-morning boost and a great addition to any lunchbox. You can play around with the dried fruits and nuts depending on what you have in the cupboard, as long as you keep the quantities the same. They will keep for three days in an airtight container, but it's unlikely these sticky treats will be around for that long! -- posted by English_Rose

Chocolate-Chunk Blondies

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:38:08 -0500

From "Down Home Picnic", Good Food Magazine, May 1987. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Bob's Pina Colada Cookies

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 01:16:31 -0500

I got this in a newsletter I get each week and I thought these sounded very good. Posting here for safe keeping -- posted by Nane

Swag Bars (Chocolate & Peanut Butter Bars)

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:22:41 -0500

This recipe was in the Jan/Feb 2009 issue of Cooking Light magazine. It was in their "Lighten Up" section - where a reader can submit a favorite recipe and COoking Light will make it healthier. This was very tasty and the kids LOVED them. Next time I might try and sub honey or brown rice syrup for the HFCS. I also increased the chocolate a teeny bit and spread it over the bars instead of drizzling it. -- posted by dukeswalker

Chocolate and Cherry Brownies

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:58:31 -0500

These heavenly brownies are quick, easy and totally indulgent. They are perfect at tea-time or equally delicious served with crème fraîche as a treat after lunch or dinner with friends. Make sure you use the correct size baking or roasting tin and take care not to overcook them. As a rule, when you start to smell them they are usually close to being done: you are better off removing them too soon and putting them back, which does them no harm at all! Try adding nuts or other dried fruits as an alternative to the cherries, or make plain chocolate brownies without any extras at all. -- posted by English_Rose

Apricot Flapjacks

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:22:13 -0500

Sweet, satisfying and healthy, these apricot flapjacks will be a hit with kids and adults alike. -- posted by English_Rose

Easter Cookies

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:50:00 -0500

Fruity spicy little cookies - great for easter ot anytime! -- posted by English_Rose

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 13:32:10 -0500

I was told many years ago that this is a Mrs. Fields recipe. What I do know is that these cookies will be one of your favourites for your family. I would make these cookies for my family and they would be gone in a day or so with the help of some of my son's basketball team! -- posted by oilpatchjo

Healthy Walnut (Or Chocolate) Cranberry Oatmeal Chewy Cookies

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:21:56 -0500

These are such unique cookies! These cookies become very thin when they cook, and the addition of brown rice syrup (better for you then sugar... has complex carbs to keep you fuller longer) makes the cookie very chewy and almost slightly sticky. You have never tasted anything like it! -- posted by I Can't Believe It's Healthy

Chocolate Turtle Pecan Cookies

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:51:57 -0500

You won't miss the fat in these delicious cookies from "Healthy Homestyle Desserts: 150 Fabulous Treats with a Fraction of the Fat and Calories" by Evelyn Tribole, M.S., R.D. This is by no means diet food, just a lightened-up treat. Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Forgotten Kiss Cookies

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:18:11 -0500

These cookies are bite-size bits of Heaven! They call for mini chocolate chips in the dough, But I live in the boonies and was out of mini chocolate chips. I had a choice... use mini M&M's or driving to the city to buy the chocolate chips.. M&M's won! -- posted by The Homesteading Housewife

Alexandras Famous Brownies

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:07:21 -0500

These Brownies always have my friends asking how did you make these! They are so moist, and gooey--I want another one! I never can exactly tell them my real secret, but i will share a little technique to help you create similar brownies. Don't worry, they will have your friends saying your the best chef ever! -- posted by BakingBlondie

Banana Nut Snack Bars

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:28:10 -0500

I found this recipe on the www.cheerios.com website: "Stir up a whole-grain snack bar with new Banana Nut Cheerios® cereal in just 15 minutes. The chocolate drizzle is a sweet bonus." Tips from the kitchen Variation - Skip the chocolate drizzle, or use peanut butter chips instead of the chocolate chips. NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: Serving Size: 1 Bar Calories 110 Calories from Fat 30 % Daily Value Total Fat 3g 5% Saturated 1/2g 3% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 90mg 4% Total Carbohydrate 19g 6% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Sugars 11g Protein 1g -- posted by senseicheryl

Banana Nut Cheerios Energy Bars

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:28:41 -0500

I found this recipe on the www.cheerios.com website: "Banana Nut Cheerios® cereal and peanut butter stir up into an easy no-bake snack bar." NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: Serving Size: 1 Bar Calories 110 Calories from Fat 30 % Daily Value Total Fat 3 1/2g 5% Saturated 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 55mg 2% Total Carbohydrate 18g 6% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Sugars 11g Protein 1g -- posted by senseicheryl

White Chocolate Blondie Bites

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 10:41:09 -0500

These are so good! Moist and chewy with nice vanilla and subtle chocolate flavor. I topped these with the chips left in the bag before adding on the almonds. From Vegetarian Times, February 2009. -- posted by Vino Girl

Rum-Raisin Bars

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:30:35 -0500

Here is another recipe from the www.bettycrocker.com website. "Why wait for the holidays to make a flavor favorite? Rum-Raisin Bars are easy enough to make for a weeknight treat." Substitution - Use orange juice for the rum. Youll get a slightly different but yummy flavor. How-To: A plastic food-storage bag makes quick work of crushing cereal. Fold or close the open end and squeeze with your hands or roll a can of food over the bag to crush. -- posted by senseicheryl

Backpacker Bars

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:20:40 -0500

Here is another recipe that I found on the www.bettycrocker.com website. It is different from the other recipe posted on Zaar. "These versatile bars are at home in lots of places. Try one for a quick energy boost, a brown-bag treat, an after-school snack or anytime--it's just plain good!" -- posted by senseicheryl

Anzac Cookies

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:53:06 -0500

These iconic cookies were originally made to send to the ANZACs (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) serving in Gallipoli. ANZAC Day-25 April-is probably Australia's most important national occasion. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. -- posted by English_Rose

Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:53:30 -0500

You can't beat cookies with big chunks of chocolate and nuts. The perfect grown-up cookie. -- posted by English_Rose

Lighten Up! Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:04:22 -0500

I found this recipe in a Woman's World magazine. It's made with canola oil but tastes just as buttery as full fat cookies. One of these cookies has only 76 calories and 2 g fat, give them a try! -- posted by StephanieNS

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:00:24 -0500

Found under a lid from a Quaker Oatmeal container back in the 70's! I am going through my family favorite clippings and was delighted to find this oldie but goodie to share with Zaar chefs. Be sure to plan for the 2 hour chilling time. -- posted by Kat's Mom

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

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

Chocolate Peanut Butter Blondies

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:44:19 -0400

Chocolate-y peanut-buttery goodness! These bar cookies will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth! I found this recipe in America's Test Kitchen's Family Baking Book. I wanted to make their Recipe #343983 but didn't have unsweetened chocolate on hand, so I decided to try something else for my chocolate-peanut butter fix. The Test Kitchen suggests letting the blondies cool for 2 hours before removing from the pan. Ha ha - as if anybody could wait that long! They are also most delicious when slightly warm. So I wait only 1 hour, just enough time for them to cool and firm up a bit before removing from the pan. -- posted by appleydapply

Banana Brownies

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:10:07 -0400

These came from the Golden Book of Chocolate, published by apple. Unlike other brownie recipes these aren't extremely sweet, but still have a strong flavour of banana and cocoa. They have a good consistency, not too heavy so are very easy to snack on. I make them in bite-sized muffin cases because they're great for packed lunches. -- posted by Giggling

Muesli Cookies (No Flour, Just Seeds)

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:24:44 -0400

These are very tasty and healthy cookies, which can be made in no time. They have great potential for variation since you can use whatever mix of seeds and nuts you prefer and choose a sweetener (honey, agave nectar) of your liking. I think they are a great healthy snack! -- posted by Lalaloula

Texas-Sized Cookies

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:31:00 -0400

This is another wonderful recipe I got out of a book sent to me by my wonderful swap partner and friend Tammie. These cookies are surely big, but dissappear in no time. I like their crunchy yet soft texture and sweet (but not overly sweet) cinnamony taste. Feel free to add raisins or other dried fruits to this. -- posted by Lalaloula

Grandma Georgias Molasses Cookies

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:44:55 -0400

This is one of my favorite cookie recipes because it reminds me of childhood and Mom baking these for school lunches. I hadnt had molasses cookies in years and then last year I spent some time with my mother-in-law, Vicki, who might just love molasses cookies as much as I do. These are simple to make and the molasses cookies fill the house with the incredible aromas of ginger and cinnamon. -- posted by Wild Chef

Crispy Rice-Almond Snack Bars (Vegan and Gluten-Free

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:17:32 -0400

A guilt-free sweet treat! Perfect for lunch boxes, backpacks, briefcases, etc. Adapted from The Great American Detox Diet by Alex Jamieson. Cooking time is refrigerating time. -- posted by Prose

Auntie Em's Kitchen Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:38:46 -0400

These delicious oatmeal cookies have crisp outer edges and wonderfully chewy centers. The recipe is from chef Michelle Risucci of "Auntie Em's Kitchen" in Eagle Rock and was printed in the LA Times (Feb. 25, 2009 ). These make very large cookies. If you make smaller cookies, be sure to watch the baking time. -- posted by blucoat

Dreamy Peanut Butter, Banana & Oatmeal Elvis Bars

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:04:31 -0400

The generous amount of Peanut Butter makes these bars taste rich and creamy, the banana keeps it *ultra* moist and takes on a mellow background flavor, and the oatmeal holds it all together PLUS some chocolate thrown in for good measure :) These are better the next day, don't contain and eggs or flour, and are a good way to use up some ripe bananas! -- posted by roweena

Chocadoodle Cookies

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:42:31 -0400

The moment I saw the name of these cookies in my new "Chocolate Mousse and Other Fabulous Chocolate Creations" cookbook I had to laugh. My kids are snickerdoodle fanatics and what better way to improve them? -- posted by Kat's Mom

Irish Oaten Biscuits (Cookies)

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:12:57 -0400

These are oaty, crumbly and utterly delicious biscuits from a traditional irish baking book. They can be made into various form, e.g. clovers or fingers (like shortbread fingers) or whatever other shapes you might fancy. ;) -- posted by Lalaloula

Shortbread Cookies With Truvia

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:42:15 -0400

These sweet, buttery, and tender cookies have no added sugar. -- posted by Sue L

Maida Heatter's Walnut Meringues (Passover)

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:45:37 -0400

This recipe is from "Maida Heatter's Brand-New Book of Great Cookies" and is suitable for Passover. -- posted by blucoat

Crunchy Cookies

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:41:52 -0400

Melt in your mouth cookies with a little crunch. Very easy to make and super yummy! -- posted by Lalaloula

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:13:46 -0400

Really great cookies. Brown Sugar can be replaced with white sugar if you don't have, they are just kinds of pale. -- posted by Gingy Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:57:33 -0400

Really great and simple cookies. Perfect for Bake Sales or just to send with the kids to school. -- posted by Gingy Cookies

Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:01:01 -0400

These delicate little almond cookies, from "Gourmet" (April 2006), are really delicious. They don't taste like Passover cookies and are good enough to eat year-round. The contrast between the crisp cookie and gooey-sweet jam is pretty addictive; you may want to double the recipe. You can substitute a whole almond for the jam, if you prefer. If you like marzipan, you'll love these! And they are quick to whip up. Dough requires 1/2 hour to chill. -- posted by blucoat

Ruth's Peanut Butter Cookies

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:52:14 -0400

This is my mom's recipe that she has been using since she was first married 60 years ago. I have searched thru all of the popular recipes here and this one is just a bit different.....most use only brown sugar or have both sugars but then don't use both baking powder and baking soda. I've never had these cookies turn out wrong and they freeze so well. Whether they get reviewed or not, I know I'll be making them for years to come and now I know they are safe here. -- posted by HokiesLady

Healthy Sesame Coconut Cookies

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:27:01 -0400

A low sugar, subtle little cookie with added health benefits: sesame, coconut, sunflower seeds and oats make this treat good for you! The recipe for this cookie developed from an idea for coconut halvah which became a need for a tea time treat. Now it's a favourite. The preparation time does not include chilling times. -- posted by Ancel

Calypso Coconut Bars

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:44:29 -0400

This started as coconut Cocada, a 'zaar recipe from Sharon123, but here in the tropics it's difficult to get candies to set, and so my results soon became the base for a new recipe. This is a sweet, dense, coconut bar full of flavour and filling enough to serve as a desert in itself. -- posted by Ancel

Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:50:35 -0400

An excellent cookie for chocolate and cherry lovers alike. As you may know, the appellation 'Black Forest' does in fact refer to a forest of that name found in Germany, where the Black Forest Gateau was believed to have originated. Since then chefs have used their imagination to apply the combination of chocolate and tart cherries, customarily soaked in Kirschwasser (also credited to that region, where tart morello cherries grow) to a number of different desserts and delicacies. That being said, this delicious cookie is very adaptable to suit different tastes. It can be made without the chocolate (just add an extra 1/2 cup or so of cherries), extra chocolatey (add 2/3 cup unsw cocoa powder to the batter with the flour), kid friendly (soak the cherries in juice or a simply syrup), or easily halved. These cookies are very moist and chewy, which I love, but if you prefer crunchier cookies you may want to use a different batter base. This recipe is adapted from Dede Wilson's "Chocolate Chip Cookies". Cook time includes chill time. Cheers! -- posted by Oenophilly

Yoghurt Passionfruit Slice

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:05:13 -0400

A recipe I found online by 'New Idea' cooking editor Barbara Northwood. 170 grams = just under 6 ounces. Cooking time is refrigeration time. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Neiman Marcus' Cranberry Cookies

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:19:41 -0400

This cookie recipe with white chocolate and cranberries comes from Neiman Marcus' Zodiac Room and is a Dallas Classic Dessert. The dried cranberries called for in the recipe are also called craisins. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Hermits (Nut Free)

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:54:39 -0400

Adapted from Company's Company for a cookie that has crunch but no nuts! -- posted by DancingPanda

Good for You Chocolate Chip Cookies

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:58:26 -0400

Here is a great comfort cookie that you can feel good about serving your family. The light olive oil keeps the flavor light and doesn't add saturated fat! The combination of chocolate and dried cranberries is oh-so-yummy! (NOTE: the batter will look a little oily, but trust me...it works out great!) -- posted by July Girls

Greeny's Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:32:03 -0400

I will admit, this is similar to both the Hershey's and the Ghirardelli cookie recipes - the back of the chip bags are my best sources of inspiration. :) However, I live at high altitude, so I have changed it up a bit for that and for my family/our friends' tastes. I find that they never flatten (once out of the oven) and they stay chewy for several days. They also freeze well. My store-bought chocolate chip cookie-loving nephew even asked if I could make more of these once they had all been eaten. That was awesome. I have substituted Splenda for half of the granulated sugar portion, and it works well, but I think any more than that would compromise the texture too much. -- posted by Greeny4444

Peanut Butter Swirl Bars

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:42:36 -0400

A really easy recipe which pleases peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Great to make with kids too. -- posted by Gingy Cookies

Look How Small My Thighs Are, No Fat Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:11:33 -0400

Yes, I am determined to invent the best no fat cookies ever made! The addition of a bit of cinnamon seems to make all the difference for this chocolate cookie. The applesauce is what makes this cookie moist. -- posted by Fitness Guru

One Pot No-Bake Cookies

Tue, 05 May 2009 16:54:29 -0400

Reminiscent of Reese's peanut butter cups- with oats -- posted by Tristy

Anzac Biscuits With Macadamias (Australian)

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:54:57 -0400

POSTED FOR ZAAR WORLD TOUR 5. Try this variation on the classic by adding toasted macadamias. From http://allrecipes.com.au. -- posted by UmmBinat

Homemade Granola Bars

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:30:28 -0400

My friend Alexis gave me this recipe and I loved it! These granola bars are great if you love granola, but want something that is fresh and all-natural. Additionally, they are a lot cheaper than buying the Natural and Organic bars in the stores. They can even be made vegan by substituting the honey for pure maple syrup. Enjoy! -- posted by kyliecross

Anzac Day Oaty Biscuits

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:35:29 -0400

I found this recipe for a healthier Anzac Day biscuit on the New Zealand Heart Foundation website. It comes from a program they have done aimed at schools. I was also drawn to it because of the lack of coconut which I was finding in a lot of Anzac Day biscuit recipe. Since I am not a fan of coconut these sound perfect for me. The recipe didn't give a yield. So, I am guessing on that. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Orange Macadamia Nut Cookies

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:24:35 -0400

A classic combination of Macadamia Nuts and White Chocolate kissed with Orange. From Christmas with Southern Living 2000. No need to wait for Christmas though, with a cold glass of milk or some tea, they are good anytime. Please allow 2 hours for dough to chill in the refrigerator -- posted by cookiedog

Canyon Ranch's Legendary Chocolate Chip Cookies

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:14:21 -0400

A (somewhat) healthy version of chocolate chip cookies from the Canyon Ranch Spa that uses low-fat cream cheese to replace some of the oil, as well as part whole wheat flour. The recipe was printed in their cookbook, "Canyon Ranch: Nourish: Indulgently Healthy Cuisine". -- posted by blucoat

Malted Milk Date Bars

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:55:52 -0400

This is from a pillsbury bakeoff cookbook. I haven't tried it yet. -- posted by Debbie R.

Pineapple Brownies

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:41:42 -0400

An extremely delicious Pillsbury bakeoff recipe. This is a good recipe for mailing. They are moist and...did I say delicious? -- posted by Debbie R.

Crunchy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:23:04 -0400

I know there are a lot of chocolate chip cookie recipes here on zaar already but this is different. :) These cookies are puffy and crunchy rather than flat and gooey. They are only lightly sweet and can be varied easily. Think of adding in chopped nuts, oats, coconut flakes etc. -- posted by Lalaloula

Raisin-Sunflower Seed-Vanilla-Cookies

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:18:28 -0400

This recipe makes for crunchy little morsels with a distinct vanilla taste. Originally the recipe called for hazelnuts, but I cant have those, so I changed it to roasted, caramelized sunflowerseeds. Feel free to use nuts or seeds of your choice, though. -- posted by Lalaloula

Chocolate Espresso Brownies

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:22:16 -0400

Deep dark delicious brownies for grown ups. Not too much more trouble than from the box but waaay better. Received in an email from gourmet-recipes-from-around-the-world. -- posted by Buster's friend

Fruit Cocktail Lunch Box Bars

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:27:31 -0400

Lunchboxes aren't just for kids anymore. They also belong to hard-working people who like to "brown bag" their midday meal (or supper, in the case of late shift workers). These cookie bars don't need to be limited to the lunchbox. They're perfect with a glass of icy cold milk. From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

Sour Cream Brownies

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:36:42 -0400

I found this recipe in a cook book and modified a bit. I lov it because its simple and it taste great. -- posted by Chef #1320140

Fastest Cookies in the West (No Bake Cookies)

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:42:53 -0400

This is an old family recipe that my mom used to make for us as kids. She originally got it from a cookbook that she used when she was young and just learning how to cook. The recipe was titled, the "Fastest Cookies in the West", but around our house they were known as the "Fastest DISAPPEARING Cookies in the West." -- posted by Closet Foodie

Joe Bars (Chocolate Granola Bars)

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:59:16 -0400

These granola bars are attributed to "Joe", a trail guide and vet at the Wintergreen resort (or so my faded, printed recipe tells me). In any case, I cannot claim this recipe to be my own, but it is a keeper. I have a batch of these Joe Bars ready at all times (and they freeze well too). -- posted by Holly301

Sunny Lemon Squares

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:41:06 -0400

By Mr. Food; found on our local television station's website. Love that these have no cheese! One of our family favorites. Prep time is a guess-timate. -- posted by Kat's Mom

Oat Cookies With Walnuts

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:27:31 -0400

I found this recipe in a magazine i got in a pharmacy in Örebro, Sweden called "Apoteket". I reminds me of our great holiday me and DH had in summer 2009. Note: You can use 1 cup chopped walnuts only or use a mixture of other nuts and/or seeds. I also like pumpkin seeds or sunflourseeds or a combination. Note#2: You can substitute butter and eggs by 1 cup of whey and a dash of milk for a super healthy but though delightful version. -- posted by Iceland

Bake Sale Time: Rice Krispies W/ Malted Milk Ball Bars

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:18:02 -0400

Here's one to add to your bake sale repertoire--and they'll be just enough different [but still the same thing] to get the kids curious, and good enough that they'll sell like "hot cakes!" Save a couple for the home-folks, because you won't be bringing any home when you take these to the potluck or family reunion picnic! I use two bowls (recycle the first one) so I have everything ready to pour and mix--goes much quicker and no wasting time to measure when the stuff is hot! Again, the gals at Taste of Home get all the credit--Aug/Sep '09. -- posted by Debber

Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:06:06 -0400

Using canola oil instead of butter slashes sat fat, while switching to whole whole wheat flour, plus adding oats, doubles the fiber. The result: a crunchy cookie with a chewy center. I found this recipe in Prevention magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Yum Yum Yo Yo Biscuits

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:49:14 -0400

Adapted from a recipe I found on the Simply Great Meals website. Faced a dilemma in settling on a name for these. They are n-e-v-e-r called Yo Yo Biscuits, just Yo Yos... the Simply Great Meals website called them Yo Yo's, but the apostrophe makes no sense, and without the apostrophe the name looks like Yo YOS - which sounds silly and is NOT what they are known as! Conversions: 150g = just under 5oz; 60g = 2oz. Personally, I'd prefer to omit the food coloring. Not anti-pink, just prefer to avoid unnecessary chemicals. Seems to me that even a 1/2 teaspoon of cherry juice would achieve the pinkness if that's what you're after. The slivered almonds are not generally found in a traditional Yo Yo: I've added those. I'm of the belief that yummy nut never goes astray, be it in sweet or savoury dishes. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

No-Bake Lemon Slice

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:16:41 -0400

This no-bake slice can be made in a just a few minutes, although it does need time to set before it is ready to be eaten. NOT for those who don't like lemons but for the rest of the world, great for lunch boxes, picnics or potlucks! Another recipe I've adapted from one I found on the Simply Great Meals website. The conversions you may need: 125g = 4oz; 400g = just under 13oz; 250g = 8oz. Marie biscuits are a plain sweet biscuit. You could also use Granita biscuits or shortbreads. You could -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Dark Chocolate and Sangiovese Pear Brownies

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:40:42 -0400

This yummy and super-rich chocolate brownie recipe has been adapted from a recipe by Maggie Beer, a revered Australian chef and author of many cookbooks. If Sangiovese Verjuice is not available use any Verjuice; and you could use glacé cumquat, ginger - or whatever glacé fruit you like instead of the pear - and you could use a mixture of fruit and nuts. I'd recommend macadamia nuts. Some conversions: 300g = approximately 91/2 ounces; 250g = 8 ounces; 60g = 2 ounces; 40g = 11/3 ounces. For the BEST results, do use top quality chocolate, such as Lindt 70% cocoa. Recently, I tried some German chocolate that was 85% cocoa... that was probably too rich and too bitter for most tastes, so rich in fact that you'd find that much as they enjoyed it people wouldn't be coming back for a second and third brownie - so your brownies would last longer! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies (America's Test Kitchen)

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:26:41 -0400

These are really wonderful large, thick, and chewy cookies with a deep caramel flavour due to the unusual step of browning the butter . The recipe is from Cooks Illustrated Magazine (May/June 2009). -- posted by blucoat

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:32:55 -0400

I found this recipe from Home Cookin' With Dave's Mom (David Letterman), and it's a keeper. I made some with almond kisses and some with regular, and I used half chunky and half creamy peanut butter. I also substituted butter for shortening because it's what I had. It's a dangerous peanut butter cookie. Serving size is estimated and assumes one cookie, but good luck with that. -- posted by AmyZoe

Chewy Instant Oatmeal "pack" Cookies

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:54:07 -0400

Trying to figure out what to do with all of those instant oatmeal individual packs? Now you can convert them into a yummy soft and chewy oatmeal cookie! -- posted by Ms.SoulChef

Double-Delight Peanut Butter Cookies

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:48:04 -0400

My dad is a PB fanatic so I made these for Father's Day, he loved them! Inside the cookie is a ball of PB & powdered sugar and the outside is rolled in chopped peanuts, cinnamon and sugar. I got this recipe from Pillsbury's $1 million grand prize winner in 2008. -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

London's Borough Market Chocolate Brownies

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

Borough market brownie-maker Matt Jones shared his infamous dense chocolate brownie recipe on BBC Good Food, and I am posting it here for safe-keeping! For anyone who has tasted one of these brownies, the experience is sublime.......deep, intense and chewy brownies that are packed full of lucious chocolate! Borough Market is London's oldest food market, its origins date back from the time when the Romans built the original London Bridge. And, although it has moved from where it was originally established, Borough Market has occupied its current site for the last 250 years. You can find both food and non-food items in this market, but locals regularly go here to get fresh produce from various parts of the British Isles. One of the most popular foodie treats in the market, is the ostrich burger, as well as these delicious brownies. Makes 12 LARGE squidgy brownies. -- posted by French Tart

Crispy Yummy Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:59:23 -0400

So, it was Sunday and my sis and me really wanted to have a nice, comforting cookie to sweeten the day with. We wanted it fast and without having to go to the neighbours for a fancy ingredient. Well, this is the recipe we found. It completely fit the bill. Hope youll enjoy it, too! :) -- posted by Lalaloula

Whole Wheat and Muesli Chocolate Chippers

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:04:18 -0400

I don't know how else to describe these other than "full-bodied and robust." I had some leftover muesli from a recipe I used for this Fall's PAC. Having never eaten muesli (except for my baby's PAC recipe), I decided to make chocolate chip cookies with the leftover muesli. I'm so glad I did. Hope you enjoy these really different AND delicious cookies. P.S. They're healthy, too!!! -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Little Heaps of Seeds

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:25:44 -0500

Yummy, healthy holiday cookies featuring three types of seeds, oats and just a little butter. I really liked these and think they make a great addition to the holiday cookie platter. I think adding some cinnamon or other warm winter spices would make these even more seasonal. -- posted by Lalaloula

White Chocolate and Macadamia Cookies

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:07:41 -0500

This recipe is off the packet of Sunbeam brand dry roasted macadamia's. -- posted by Coasty

Peanut Butter Cookies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:44:39 -0500

This recipe makes enough for a family reunion (I halved the recipe and still had 4 dozen cookies). I've posted the recipe as originally written. I really like the seasonings--cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. It makes a nice twist on a classic treat. Next time I'll skip the shortening and use real butter (just a personal preference). I'd also dip my fork in white sugar and press them in a criss cross pattern after they come out of the oven instead of before. Recipe courtesy of 2009 Taste of Home Annual Recipes. -- posted by AmyZoe

Chocolate Hazelnut Crinkle Biscuits

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:21:28 -0500

Haven't made this recipe yet and not sure where I got it from but found an old floppy disk with a load of recipes. It doesn't state how many biscuits it yields. -- posted by Coasty

Mayonnaise Biscuits (Cookies)

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:31:32 -0500

I got this recipe from my niece who made them in her first cookery class at school. Very simple and unusual. -- posted by Coasty

New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:31:23 -0500

This is my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. The New York Times did a big article on the perfect chocolate chip cookie, interviewing and sampling several famous chocolate chip cookies at various bakeries. Several tests were done; larger cookies (such as six-inch affairs) scored better, as did letting the dough age for 24 or even 36 hours (up to 72 hours). A small sprinkle of sea salt was also recommended. I usually make 3 huge cookies and divide the rest of the dough in half, wrapping it in saran wrap. Also, I've cheated a bit at this recipe and used plain flour instead of the two types of flour, as well as neglected sifting the flour. I don't have a paddle attachment on my mixer. I also usually use chocolate chips. You still achieve the very special taste, but the presentation is nicer when you follow the recipe exactly. From New York Times, July 9, 2008. -- posted by Alexis L Sutter

Caramel Crumb Bars

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 08:28:52 -0500

This is an easy and delicious bar recipe with a light and flaky shortbread crust, a creamy caramel filling, and a crumb topping. The recipe is from the wonderful cookbook, "The Modern Baker," by Nick Malgieri and was chosen Top Cookie Recipe of 2008 by the Washington Post. It's Malgieri's favourite recipe in the book and it might just become yours too! Save the wrappers from the softened butter sticks to grease the parchment. Note that the flour measurement calls for it to be spooned into the cup and leveled off--this will give you a different amount of flour in the cup than the dip and sweep method and noticeably effect the texture of the crust. MAKE AHEAD: Store in an airtight container at room temperature if you are serving them within a day. Or wrap and freeze for up to 2 months, making sure to bring the bars to room temperature before serving. -- posted by blucoat

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

Whole Wheat Applesauce Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:01:11 -0500

My favorite cookie recipe! These are moist, chewy and delicious. Because most of the sweetness and the moisture comes from the applesauce rather than fat or sugar, not to mention the whole-wheat flour, I don't feel guilty about sneaking one or two of these for breakfast! -- posted by CorianneW

Coconut, Cranberry, White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:17:23 -0500

I saw someone else with somewhat of a similar recipe and I tweaked everything. It's much healthier than the recipe I looked at originally. Make sure to take out the cookies immediately when they are ready. If they stay in the oven, they will quickly become too hard. -- posted by Linh #2

Wicked-Easy, Pick-A-Chip Cookies

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:44:20 -0500

My daughter Dea seldom bakes so she is always looking for an easy, tasty recipe. She said this suits her just fine. This is one of those "chip" recipes that enables you to use any flavor chip your little heart desires!! -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Praline Brownies

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:40:57 -0500

Brownies with a crunchy praline topping. I cut them into squares and freeze what we don't eat in the first couple of days. -- posted by gailanng

Pop's Health Bars

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:39:18 -0500

Pop's health Bars -- posted by Chef #1536974

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