Recipezaar: Cookies & Brownies,Nuts recipes

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

Noel Cookies

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:06:39 -0500

Our daughter simply adores these cookies. They are only ever made for Christmas, so that in itself makes them special. These freeze very well, so you can bake ahead and hide. Too bad I can't hide them from myself. :) I think this may have been a Robin Hood recipe from many years ago, but I'm not completely certain. -- posted by Diana #2

Chewy Monkey Bars

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:16:13 -0500

These are nice bars that are a little different from the regular crispy treats. I like the nutty flavor and all the different textures in them. You could very easily frost them with some melted chocolate chips too. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

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

Pecan & Fruit Cookies: a Delicious After-School Snack

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:37:25 -0500

Remember when you were a kid ... The next best thing to the end of the school day was coming home to warm cookies fresh out of the oven. Relive those days or make some memories with your own children by baking these delicious cookies that taste of "cinnamon and spice and everything nice." -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

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

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

Lite Chocolate Pecan Bars

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:04:29 -0400

Posting for safe keeping. Making for my Dad soon!!! Found on myrecipes.com -- posted by kittycatmom

Oatmeal Cookies With Brown-Butter Icing

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:26:47 -0400

Found in the Seattle Times - the recipe is courtesy of Joanne Miller of Westminster, Md, via The Baltimore Sun. Full of all the good stuff! -- posted by Buster's friend

Coconut Biscotti

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:37:37 -0400

From Cooking Light, April 2005. Variations: stir in 1/2 c. mini chocolate chips into batter or dip half of each baked cookie into melted chocolate. -- posted by swissms

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

Praline Cookies

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:11:18 -0400

My MIL makes the best pralines, but I've never been successful at it. Found this recipe in a vintage cookbook that I received in the bi-annual cookbook swap, "The Cookie Book," (original price on it was 50 cents!) and they sound delicious - I'm hoping they'll taste similar! -- posted by mailbelle

Giant Toffee Pecan Cookies

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:25:38 -0400

A big flavorful cookie full of chips, candy and nuts. Recipe from Land O Lakes. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Dark Chocolate-Prune Bar Cookies

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:16:29 -0400

This recipe is from Nicole Rees, baking scientist and author of, "Baking Unplugged". Recipe makes 3 dozen squares (6X6 rows, roughly 1 1/4 each.), and each one is quite rich! Eat for breakfast with a glass of milk, or for dessert with a nip of bourbon or cognac. -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Cookie Treats

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:41:50 -0400

These cookies are a great treat and you won't ruin your diet. This recipe makes 30 (2-inch) cookies. The prep time does not include chilling time for dough. Recipe is from Better Homes and Gardens Heart-Healthy Living magazine. -- posted by Lainey6605

Cherry Crunch Cookies

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:16:21 -0400

This recipe comes from Jody Nelson in Woodbury County -- posted by Charlotte J

Fruity "donut" Holes - No Bake, No Flours!

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:33:51 -0400

Another recipe from Ani Phyo's blog. Watch her make this recipe here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuGjDagUWNg They aren't real donut holes but they're shaped as such. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Almond-Lemon Macaroons (Passover Almendrados)

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:21:56 -0400

These delicious and easy to prepare macaroons were printed in the "New York Times" (March 2007) and adapted from "Dulce lo Vivas: La Reposteria Sefardi," ("Live Sweet: the Sefardi Bakery") by Ana Bensadón. The dough require overnight refrigeration. -- posted by blucoat

Honey-Nut Oatmeal Cookies (Dairy-Free)

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:34:01 -0400

I created this recipe when looking for a somewhat health-ier version of the classic oatmeal cookie. Here's what came of it, hope you like it :) -- posted by Génial Génie

Gluten-Free Tropical Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:48:38 -0400

Thick, chewy, and slightly crispy, these exotic-ly flavoured cookies are a delightful treat. -- posted by katii

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

Almond Palmiers

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:05:19 -0400

So quick and easy, and so impressive. I made these for a bridal brunch and they were quite a hit. From the Odense website. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Crispy Passover Cookies (Gluten-Free)

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:05:51 -0400

I found this really tasty recipe on an online forum. It could not be easier to throw together (dough can be mixed by hand) and tastes much better than the usual Passover cookies. Dough can be frozen and recipe can be halved. Recipe makes 4 dozen small cookies on 2 cookie sheets. -- posted by blucoat

Exceptional Passover Brownies

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:52:14 -0400

This recipe is from Claire Sauerhoff, pastry chef and owner of a New York bakery called "The Exceptional Brownie". Her bakery won COPIA'S "Best Darn Brownie Contest". To achieve a fudgy result, be careful that you don't overbake the brownies. After 35 minutes, begin to test for doneness with a cake tester or a toothpick that you stick in the middle of the pan. You're looking for the tester to come out with just a little batter on the end. -- posted by blucoat

Five-Spice Biscotti

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:47:18 -0400

The recipe for this interesting biscotti was found in the 1997 cookbook, Vegetarian Planet. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Cranberry Walnut Chocolate Chip Blondies

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:18:42 -0400

I managed to lick this recipe, chapter & verse, right out of the 2005 cookbook, The Brownie Lover's Bible! -- posted by Sydney Mike

Grown-Up Rocky Road Brownies

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:55:28 -0400

This recipe, with it's rum-soaked raisins, comes from the 2005 cookbook, The Brownie Lover's Bible, & is not exactly meant for kids! Preparation time does include the time needed for the raisins to get plumped with the hot rum! -- posted by Sydney Mike

Coconut Bonbon Bars

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:38:56 -0400

Create a rich chocolate-and-coconut, candy bar-like treat with an easy cookie mix. From Betty Crocker. Chilling time is included in cooking time. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

"lime in the Coconut" Frosted Cheesecake Bars

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:40:58 -0400

Pack a powerful punch of tropical flavors with a quick-mix layered bar. From Betty Crocker. Chilling time is included in cooking time. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Lamington Bars (Australia)

Tue, 05 May 2009 17:17:39 -0400

This recipe makes a cookie version of Australia's well-known Lamingtons, & the recipe was found online & posted here for the Zaar World Tour 5. Preparation time includes neither the time needed for the base to cool nor the refrigerator time need for the glaze to set. -- posted by Sydney Mike

New Zealand Squares

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:44:34 -0400

The recipe for these chewy, sweet treats was found online & posted here for the Zaar World Tour 5. -- posted by Sydney Mike

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

White Chocolate Macadamia Biscuits (Cookies) (Australian)

Wed, 06 May 2009 01:29:35 -0400

POSTED FOR ZAAR WORLD TOUR 5. The white chocolate gives a rich taste to these biscuits. -- posted by UmmBinat

Mexican Tea Cakes

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:49:54 -0400

This from the 1981 Southern Living Cookbook. -- posted by Maryland Jim

Macadamia Shortbread

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:03:07 -0400

An Australian twist on the classic shortbread. Cooking time includes the chilling time for the dough. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Chocolate Macadamia Nut Clusters

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:24:53 -0400

These cookies taste like chocolate covered macadamia nuts candies. It is important to not overbake these cookies and their centers should remain soft and chewy. From Sunset -- posted by cookiedog

Macadamia Nut Bars

Fri, 08 May 2009 11:40:32 -0400

Macadamia nuts first grew in the coastal ropical forests of northeastern Australia and were discovered there by Dr. MacAdam. Make these bars when you want to splurge. From The New Carry-Out Cuisine. -- posted by cookiedog

Pumpkin Seed Raisin Squares

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:04:50 -0400

A delicious and simple snack or dessert that can be left raw or baked in the oven. It is also completely sugar-free. Select raisins that are moist. If the only raisins that you can find are dry and hard, try soaking them for a few hours. Note: It makes a really good granola if it ends up too crumbly. You can also use the seed and raisin mixture to make a pie crust. -- posted by VeggieChallenge

Pecan Florentines

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:14:15 -0400

Taken from Emeril Lagasse's book - "Every Day's a Party"; posted for ZWT 5. This is from Michelle's (who works at Emeril's 'home base' in New Orleans) grandmother, Priscilla. Sometimes called Pecan Lace cookies because once baked, they are as delicate as old lace. May be served with ice cream. May be stored in an air-tight container for a week. -- posted by alligirl

Pecan-Maple Cream Cheese Squares

Thu, 21 May 2009 01:53:21 -0400

A recipe from Coup de Pouce. -- posted by Boomette

Canton Almond Cookies

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:20:41 -0400

I am still searching for that perfect Chinese almond cookie of my dreams. Slightly crunchy, light on the tongue, mildly sweet with distinct almond flavor with the taste of egg in the background. Of course with the obligatory blanched almond half in the center! I plan to use an egg yolk wash before placing the almond - we shall if this is "The One". Received in email from gourmet-recipes-from-around-the-world. Thanks Rich! Yield is a total guess at this point as Rich did not share this bit of information. -- posted by Buster's friend

Baraziq -- Sesame Cookies (Syria -- Middle East)

Mon, 25 May 2009 22:28:15 -0400

From the 2002 cookbook, Mediterranean Street Food. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Dream Bars

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:37:38 -0400

From Family Circle Magazine January 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Macadamia Chip Brownies

Thu, 28 May 2009 01:47:43 -0400

From Taste of Home booklet "Winning Chocolate Delights" -- posted by Vino Girl

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 Walnut Brownies

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:20:59 -0400

Melt in your mouth brownies, A quick step by step easy recipe for the perfect brownies.If you prefer not to have walnuts you can replace with chocolate chips, another nut like almonds or pecans or just remove the walnuts altogether. -- posted by x Nat x

Yorkshire Fat Rascals

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:17:37 -0400

As I live in Yorkshire I thought I should share this recipe with everyone around the world - as they're so tasty everyone should try them! They're a cross between a rock bun & a scone. Can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Some say they're best when still warm, cut in half & spread with butter. I like to eat them cold with butter, or as a treat with cream. -- posted by Wakey lass Lisa

Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 22:03:47 -0400

These irresistible chocolate chip cookies are delightfully different than any other you've ever tried. The combination of Nutella (the Italian chocolate hazelnut spread), cocoa and a pinch of lemon zest, makes the flavors come alive in your mouth. From ivillage.com. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Pillsbury Bake off German Chocolate Cookies

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:47:41 -0400

Rolled cookie with coconut pecan frosting spooned in the center. Moist cookie tastes like the wonderful cake! Labor intensive but really worth it. Dough needs to be refrigerated 6-8 hours before baking for best results. Baked cookies freeze very well. -- posted by red and white kitchen

Energy Bites (Mock Larabar)

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:29:52 -0400

Energy bars like Larabars are expensive ($1.75/bar) to buy. But you can easily make them using healthy ingredients. I made mine into small bites, vs. a bar. You can vary the ingredients using chopped dates, dried cherries or raisens or whatever dried fruit you have on hand. Yesterday at Costco I bought dried spiced apples and cranberries for under $3. I also buy my dried blueberries at Costco. Enjoy! -- posted by Jan Marie

Tropical 7 Layer Twist Bars

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:18:20 -0400

*After making 7 Layer Bars for a bake sale at work, I started thinking about how well white chocolate chips and macadamia nuts go together. Then I thought, "Hey!!! What would happen if I threw them together with some pineapple and coconut?", and this is what I came up with ... A refreshing tropical twist on an old favorite. Depending on how big you cut your pieces, you can get about 12 to 16 bars. I also plan on making these in a mini muffin pan, to get some little "tropical tarts" -- posted by "Ratalouille"

Fruit and Nutty Bars

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 02:09:28 -0400

These bar cookies are a lil fruity, a lil nutty and a lil crazy chocolatey yumminess all rolled into one! These were a big hit with my family and friends, and would be great at a potluck, a party or just to munch on. **Cooking time does not include chilling time** -- posted by Midwest Maven

Craisy Oatmeal Cookies

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:10:16 -0400

A yummy recipe from Guy Fieri that he made with his son Hunter! Just a little twist that you will love! You can use an ice cream scoop and make these giant cookies. Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Apple Pie Bakery's Pecan Diamonds

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:24:36 -0400

Adapted from the Culinary Institute of America. Here's what they say,"As rich as a slice of pecan pie, pecan diamonds are bite-sized treasures that resemble more of a confection than a bar cookie. As the holiday season approaches, you can now create The Culinary Institute of America's renowned pecan diamonds that are sold exclusively at the college's Apple Pie Bakery Café in Hyde Park, New York." Oh yum! A candy thermometer will be helpful in this recipe. -- posted by Sharon123

Chocolate Waffle Turtle Cookies

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:31:56 -0400

From Midwest Living, August 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Layered Brownies/White Chocolate Caramel/Cacao Nib Gelato

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:19 -0400

These "Hawks Bars" are what my friend, Judy, has chosen for one of the desserts that she is serving for her big shindig for summer's end! These bars have been named after "Hawks"a restaurant in Granite Bay, Ca. owned by Michael Fagoni and Molly Hawks. Super-sweet fudgy brownies are topped with layers of white-chocolate-flavored caramel, bittersweet chocolate ganache, and candied pecans and served with a scoop of not-too-sweet Cacao Nib Gelato.;) Amazing! Incredible!! Bon Appetit Magazine, September 2009 edition. Chilling, cooling & freezer time all included.<> Bits of shell roasted cacao beans; available at specialty food stores. -- posted by Manami

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

Chocolate Biscuit Balls

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:50:06 -0400

This is soooo easy even a kid could do it.It's fat free and the sweetness can be adjusted for your taste.My aunt used to make them so I have the recipe from her.It is very tasty and these balls can be preserved for many days:D if you uselike 400g biscuits u will have lots of balls -- posted by Aishah

Hazelnut Chocolate Crunch Squares (Or Triangles)

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:33:36 -0400

A recipe from "Heavenly Brownies", a book given to me by my Cookbook Swap mate, Jubes. The cookbook is from the UK, which is why European measurements are given. You may easily convert them by using the site I frequent, http://www.onlineconversion.com/cooking.htm, and using the weight to volume converter to go from grams or ounces to cups. -- posted by Katzen

Easy Sugar-Dusted Amaretti Biscuits

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:26:53 -0400

I haven't tried this yet. I'm collecting simple cookie recipes to try for Christmas. This was found in The Canadian Living Cooking Collection Muffins and Cookies. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Fudge-Filled Dessert Strips

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:39:17 -0400

Badly in need of a chocolate 'fix?' You might like to try this recipe that was found in the Taste of Home's Fall Baking Cookbook, 2009! Preparation time includes neither the time needed for dough to chill nor the time needed for the chocolate mixture to cool. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Cranberry Shortbread Bars

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:38:33 -0400

This recipe comes from the 2009 cookbook, Taste of Home's Best Holiday Recipes. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Asa Ransom House Brownie Mania

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:13:32 -0400

In 1799, the Holland Land Company offered lots 10 miles apart in what is now Clarence, New York, to "any proper man who would build and operate a tavern upon it". A young silversmith named Asa Ransom, had been plying his trade in the little fur trading post on the shores of Lake Erie. He was among the first to accept this opportunity and in the hollow of the ledge, near a pine grove, built a log home & tavern. In 1803, he built a grist mill, the first in Erie County. Over time, the business has evolved into a charming inn noted for it's authenticity, hospitality and cuisine. -- posted by Molly53

Pecan Sandies - Melt in Your Mouth

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:16:19 -0400

These are light sandies, they almost melt in your mouth. This recipe makes a bunch, perfect for pot luck or Christmas cookie platters. You can add semi or white chocolate chips to mix it up. -- posted by Missy Wright

White Chocolate-Dipped Oatmeal-Cranberry Cookies

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:25:14 -0500

Great for gift-giving or your holiday table. Dipping these chunky cookies into white chocolate adds a special holiday touch, but they're great plain, too. From "Christmas with Southern Living 2006". Enjoy! -- posted by FloridaNative

Ricciarelli - Italian Almond Cookies

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:27:09 -0500

Fantastic intense almond cookies from the Tuscan town of Siena, Italy. These wonderful cookies are very popular year around, but especially at Christmas time! -- posted by BecR

Old World Butter Horns

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:31:20 -0500

Light and flaky filled cookie. One of my mother's dear friends, a woman of German heritage, shared this recipe with her more than 40 years ago. At the time, it had been in her family for more than 100 years! It has always been my favorite cookie for special occasions and still is. We use two variations for the filling: the traditional orange date nut filling provided here or, mincemeat, a family favorite, during the holiday season. The filled cookies freeze well and can be baked off straight from the freezer. For best results, be certain that the dough is thoroughly chilled before rolling out and that the filling has cooled completely before use. -- posted by Hotelier in Holland

Healthy Granola Bars

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:54:10 -0500

I was searching for a healthy granola bar recipe, one without butter and any added sugar. I came upon one called "grab-and-go breakfast bars", which I changed up to make this recipe. You can use any combination of nuts/fruits that you would like. I just used what sounded good to me, and it came out great! These granola bars have about 4g fiber and 4g protein in a serving, and make a great snack. -- posted by Chef #1360260

Coconut-Orange Thumb Print Cookies

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:50:48 -0500

Adding this to my holiday cookie trays. Adapted from a recipe in The Seattle Times provided by Lynne Rossetto Kasper. Something wonderful about orange at Christmas. Coconut is always so festive too. The article noted this dough really benefits from resting overnight in the refrigerator so start the day before. Over working this dough seems to make tough cookies - think I'll be using cake flour. Prep time does not include overnight dough chilling. -- posted by Buster's friend

Forgotten Cookies-Diabetic

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:44:36 -0500

I haven't tried this recipe yet but I couldn't pass up posting it because I don't want to lose it and others might enjoy a "legal" cookie recipe. I'm totally guessing at the yield. Zaar is listing the calorie and fat content (mostly fron the nuts) for a dozen cookines. Dividing 12 into that amount breaks down to each cookie having 33.5 calories. If you wish to lower it more just use less nuts. -- posted by Annacia

Galletas Maria

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:59:58 -0500

These coconut peanut cookies were named for a Grand Dutchess of Russia after her wedding. The cookies are popular all over the world, but particularly through Spain and South and Central America. From the Food Network. -- posted by Annacia

Almond Latte Brownies

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:37:55 -0500

Recipe is from Ghirardelli. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

2 Ingredient Toasted Coconut Macaroon Cookie Creations

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:24:30 -0500

These are great, really simple, really easy and of course, really tasty! The taste of the pure partly toasted coconut comes through really well and I always make a double batch. WARNING: If you don't like coconut, make something else! -- posted by robd16

Pecan Pie Bars

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:58:06 -0500

The great taste of pecan pie, in an easy-to-eat bar :) -- posted by loof

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

Almond Cookie Bites

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:43:40 -0500

. -- posted by Fisher® Nuts

Zimtsterne, Vorarlberg Style

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:59:37 -0500

Traditional Christmas cookie in Austria and Germany. This recipe is specific to the western most province of Austria, and more specific still to the Bregenz Forest. -- posted by greenery

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

Rocky Road Macaroons

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:31:09 -0500

If you like Almond Joys, you will love these pretty cookies. Recipe is from Odense Almond Paste. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Coconut Lime Stars

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:05:17 -0500

"These crunchy, buttery cookies have a refreshing tropical taste from the toasted coconut in the batter and a tart lime frosting. Reeah Parker of Germantown made these for her son in the Marines one summer and they were such a hit, she now makes them year-round, cutting them into holiday shapes." Found this recipe in The Washington Post - almost an amuse-bouche for a Christmas platter. Refreshing, tart, wonderful! Thank you Reeah! ***Note - prep time includes a 30 minute chill time for the dough*** -- posted by Buster's friend

German Chocolate Cookies

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:23:31 -0500

Found in the Washington Post who attributed it to cookbook author Sally Sampson's "Cookies". The dough can be frozen for up to two months. The cookies keep 5 days room temp in an airtight container (good for mailing!) & two weeks in the freezer after being baked (handy!). NOTE: To toast the pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and place in a 325-degree oven, shaking the sheet occasionally, for 15 minutes. Watch carefully; nuts burn quickly. *****these were one of the first gobbled up cookies on our Christmas trays! They are very dark & lumpy bumpy - suspicious looking in fact - but once tried were scooped up fast!****** -- posted by Buster's friend

Golden Coconut Macaroons

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:56:31 -0500

Who can resist a pretty little macaroon sitting on a Christmas platter; the hand just goes for them. O-M-G! Macaroons made richer with the use of whole eggs! I am imagining this dipped in bittersweet chocolate (toes curling in anticipation LOL!)... Found this gem in The Washington Post who adapted it from a Jayne Sutton recipe in "Cookies Unlimited," by Nick Malgieri. Make room on the platters, these little babies are coming on board! Pssst! Super easy to make too! based on the review I made some chnges when I got to this recipe today. They turned out fluffy & chewy (& ORANGE!). I put my changes in parentheses so the original recipe is still here too. I suspect letting the mix sit for an hour would help if using 2 eggs. BTW - I recommend NEVER buying the Hiram Walker's Pumpkin Spice Brandy - undrinkable in anything but oddly enough worked well here. Go figure. I have enough for Christmas macaroons until... well, a long time. -- posted by Buster's friend

French Filled Macaroons

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

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

Rachel's Special Chocolate Coconut Oat Bars

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:19:53 -0500

I was in the mood for all three and concocted this: it has the urban decadence of chocolate, the tropical staple of coconut, and the rustic comfort of classic oatmeal. These bars are special because those three things symbolize the various walks of life I have experienced. Open for all kinds of other toppings too! This calls for cream of coconut, crema de coco-- not to be confused with coconut milk or coconut syrup. Would make a wonderful gift or a party/potluck dessert! Cook time does not include chill time. -- posted by the80srule

Coconut Macaroons

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:26:16 -0500

From Flo-Bjelke-Peterson's Classic Country Cooking book. -- posted by Sara 76

Mounds Morsels

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

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

Banana Bites

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:23:55 -0500

From the cookie cookbook of Company's Coming -- posted by Boomette

Amaretto Cookies (No Bake)

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

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

Mrs. Kern's Date Balls

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

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

Julie's Pecan Caramel Bars

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

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

Peanut Butter Crunch Cheesecake Squares

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

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

Almond Buttercups

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

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

Celestial Oatmeal Cookies

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:46:11 -0500

This recipe came from the back of a box of Quaker Oats. I have not tried it yet but thought it looked tasty with lots of vitamins and fiber. I will be trying it with butter instead of margarine and I think I might substitute chopped dates for the prunes as well. The pumpkin and spices make think of Fall. -- posted by MN*Kelly

Amaretto Apricot Cookies

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:05:17 -0500

This makes a very healthy tasting, chewy cookie....it isn't a crisp cookie. I had it on a Christmas Cookie Exchange this year, and really enjoyed it! Originally authored by Brenda Bragg from Ohio. Cook time is actually 8 minutes per cookie sheet, I just increased the cooking time to accomodate multiple cookie sheetfuls! -- posted by breezermom

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

Date Balls

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:39:55 -0500

Alternative version of my recipe for Algerian Date Balls that calls for anise in the recipe. My husband and I don't care for the anise, so I tweeked the recipe and used the rice crispy cereal version. my husband loves them. You may also decide to roll into flaked coconut tinted with food coloring for a festive look instead of the powdered sugar. :) Prep time includes cooling time. -- posted by Kamsgrl

Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:11:52 -0500

The recipe for these tasty treats was found in Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove Cookbook, 2009. Preparation time does not inclue the time needed for the cookies to cool. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Healthy Biscotti

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:15:13 -0500

These are very versatile, feel free to mix and match flavours. Here are a few ideas: coffee liqueur/hazelnut/dark chocolate chips, cranberry/orange/pistachio, orange/walnut, date/hazelnut, pineapple/coconut, vanilla/white chocolate chips/Macadamia nuts, etc. etc. Cooling time is included in cooking time. -- posted by Génial Génie

Date Nut Balls or Pie Crust!

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:53:55 -0500

Roll into balls or make into a pie crust! Recipe courtesy of Everyday Wholesome Eating...in the Raw by Kim Wilson. -- posted by Sharon123

Date and Walnut Slice

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:58:28 -0500

Am decluttering magazine clippings of recipes and posting them here to try later -- posted by ballarat