Recipezaar: Picnic,Cookies & Brownies recipes

Healthy Persimmon Cookies Recipe

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:41:35 -0400

This is a modified recipe of my favorite desert: persimmon cookies. I lowered its fat and sugar content and I increased its fiber, making these cookies an ideal breakfast or snack meal for people who want to enjoy great cookies and still want to live by the rules of a healthy diet. Possible substitutions: Instead of persimmon pulp you can use Organic reduced-sugar Apricot preserve. Instead of sour cream use buttermilk. You can try eliminating the whole grain flour altogether. Once you'll try them you'll get hooked! -- posted by Chef #940686

Hershey's White Chip Chocolate Cookies

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:58:45 -0400

I received an email from HERSHEY'S Kitchens and this was one of their featured recipes. You can also find it at the www.hersheys.com website. -- posted by senseicheryl

Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:58:57 -0400

From my mother-in--law's recipe box. -- posted by Lainey6605

Raisin Crisscross Cookies

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:19:27 -0400

A potato masher dipped into flour is also a quick way to flatten these cookies. This recipe is from the "Betty Crocker Country Favorites" cookbook. -- posted by senseicheryl

Midnight Espresso Crinkles

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:20:56 -0400

These cookies are like fudgy brownies -- slightly soft when done. They won't feel set if you gently tap them, but the tops will look dry. Semisweet chocolate chips can be substituted for the dark chips. This recipe is from the Pillsbury Fall Baking booklet that I found in the checkout aisle of the grocery store. -- posted by senseicheryl

Chocolate-Peanut Butter-Oatmeal Munchies

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:29:11 -0400

For variety, you could use raisins instead of dried cranberries and chopped pretzels instead of peanuts. This recipe is from the Pillsbury Fall Baking Booklet that I found in the checkout aisle of the grocery store. -- posted by senseicheryl

Chocolate Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:38:26 -0400

Quick easy and different, something the entire family will love. VERY VERY EASY TO MAKE AND WORTH THE BAKING TIME!!!! -- posted by mr. and mrs norris

Easy Moist Banana Bars

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 23:41:24 -0400

I found another version of this recipe online and changed it to match the ingredients I had on hand and what sounded good to me. This made a moist, tasty cookie bar that's a nice alternative to chocolate brownies. It is also another good use of those badly overripe bananas. I liked this because it had a mild banana flavor which didn't overwhelm the bars. These bars need no frosting...they are the perfect sweetness without it. -- posted by CarrolJ

Low Fat Chocolate-Chips Cookies (Kosher-Dairy)

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:46:11 -0400

These are the most delicious low-fat chocolate chips cookies you've ever ate! From this recipe you get about 50 amazing cookies, about 2" in diameter each. This recipe is fun to prepare with the children, who also like to enjoy her creations... that is the cookies. -- posted by Smadar's Sane Way ©

Cherry and Chocolate Brownies

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 02:23:09 -0400

A decadent delight I found in a March 2005 issue of 'Fresh' magazine. This was a reader's recipe from Sharon Johnston, Mount Crosby, Queensland (Australia). There is a photograph on the same page as the recipe, and Sharon looks about 10 years old. The page bore the heading 'A slice of heaven.' I considered adding nuts to the recipe, but decided to leave it exactly as it was. Nuts would be the obvious addition here, possibly instead of the coconut. Or perhaps 1/2 cup of coconut and 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts. Hope you enjoy Sharon's slices of heaven! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Sweet Walnut Maple Bars

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:56:22 -0400

These sound really good, and remind me of a sort of twist on pecan pie. -- posted by Midwest Maven

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:06:34 -0400

These cookies sound great. They have my two favorites chocolate and peanut butter, along with Reese's pieces, yum! -- posted by Midwest Maven

Fudge Blossom Cookies

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 02:14:21 -0400

These are fudgey and yummy, great for your holiday cookie trays! -- posted by Midwest Maven

Tahiti Blondies

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:40:37 -0400

I saw a similar version of these Blondies on Throwdown w/ Bobby Flay and Googled the recipe until I found the one that looked the closest to the one that was on the show. ( I usually give the link to the page but I cannot remember where I found it!) But this recipe ROCKS!! -- posted by Barbarella Rachelle

Carob Nut Fudge

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:22:19 -0500

My friend Wendy Harris made this for me and it was so delicious that I had to get the recipe from her! I have some friends that are allergic chocolate and carob is so much healthier for you that this is a good alternative "fudge." It's not vegan only because of the honey which I believe is a must for the fantastic taste. Cooking time doesn't include time to chill. -- posted by Enjolinfam

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:42:10 -0500

A very tasty, crisp, semi-sweet blond cookie. Perfect for all those peanut and chocolate lovers out there! =) If desired substitute m&m's for the chopped chocolate (e.g. for kid's birthday parties). -- posted by Lalaloula

Hubby's Chewy Brownies

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:26:31 -0500

This is my husbands favorite brownie recipe of mine. -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Apricot Crumbles

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:43:46 -0500

Cooking time includes cooling -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Honey-Hazelnut Triangles

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:12:44 -0500

Mmmm! -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Coconut Chocolate Slice

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:37:18 -0500

Very easy and cheap slice that the whole family will like. Made from ingredients you will easily find in your pantry. -- posted by kay cameron

Mom's Chocolate Peanut Buddy Bars

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:26:31 -0500

This is an old recipe my mom found out of a magazine years ago and cut it out to keep. She wrote "good" on it, so I figure it was worth keeping around all these years! -- posted by Jill R Q

Extra Rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal No Bake Cookies

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:12:01 -0500

With all the variations on RecipeZaar I was surprised when I didn't find this one that a friend gave me a few years ago. Its got more peanut butter and more cocoa powder than most other variations so its extra rich in taste. I have used either old-fashioned or quick oatmeal successfully. "Cooking" time is the time required for the cookies to set completely. -- posted by 3KillerBs

Easy Vegan Pumpkin Cake With Shaved Chocolate

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:32:29 -0500

Fast, easy, fairly-healthy cake recipe. This is great for cutting and wrapping individual servings and storing in the refrigerator for 2 weeks! Note: this is much better with chocolate shavings than chips because the fat from the chocolate is able to melt into and give richness to this otherwise low-fat cake. -- posted by michellehauser

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

- Disgustingly Rich Brownies -

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:06:52 -0500

I got this particular recipe from Kid Cooking- A very Slightly Messy Manual (Kidz Klutz Press). It's a doozy. I've had people tell me they'd go into a diabetic coma for just one more. They're good. They're EASY. -- posted by GondolaQueen

Brownies for a Crowd

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 01:44:55 -0500

This recipe is also known simply as Mom's Brownies. Always a hit anywhere they go, Mom usually made these for bake sales and potlucks. Once in a while, Mom even made them for us. Frost with Recipe #322559. -- posted by Ginny Sue

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

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

Pudding Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 01:11:58 -0500

I got this recipe from a Family Circle Magazine years ago. I use to make variations of it for my kids when they were little. These cookies are gooey and fun to make! Don't forget the milk! -- posted by beckihrh

Pb 'n Oat Chip Cookies

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:46:46 -0500

The texture of these lightened up cookies is what I love most about them, of course the mini-chocolate chips comes in a close second! While still warm, the peanut butter taste is very light - although it really comes through when cookies are completely cooled. Recipe is easily doubled or tripled. -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

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

Delicious Easy Crispy or Chewy Chocolate Chip Oil Cookies

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:18:44 -0500

These diverse cookies use only vegetable oil and no butter, but taste fantastic. Perfect for whether you want a chewy, thick cookie, or a thin crispy cookie! No fancy equipment or ingredients needed! -- posted by sweetangerines

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

Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:21:24 -0500

I had to add this to my cookbook for safe keeping. From Cooks Country TV. -- posted by Napoleon Dynamite

Cookie Dough

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:50:20 -0500

This is the base mixture for cookie dough. You can add practically anything to it - chocolate chips, M&M's, macademia nuts, almonds... Just to name a few! Hope you enjoy it! -- posted by Euroasian Chef

Cocoa Cake Brownies

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:54:06 -0500

I have not tried these brownies. I'm posting this for safe keeping. I found this recipe in Taste Of Home Quick Cooking 2005. -- posted by internetnut

Big Fat Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:44:23 -0500

These are chunky yet crunchy oatmeal raisin cookies with a wonderful natural sweetness and a hint of cinnamon. I like these a lot and hope so will you! Feel free to add some chopped nuts of your choice if you like (but make sure to add some more liquid to the dough then). -- posted by Lalaloula

Delicious Butterscotch Brownies A.k.a. Blondies

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:15:40 -0500

This is my very favorite recipe for butterscotch brownies. They are fairly quick and simple and you can make several delicious variations to suit your taste. This recipe is adapted from the Betty Crocker Cookbook. -- posted by Holly Short

Butterscotch Squares

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:18:08 -0500

Replace the coconut with chocolate chips or dried cranberries. I found this recipe in Bake And Make Amazing Cookies. I have not tried this recipe. I'm posting this for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

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

Bill Clinton's Oatmeal Cookies

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:22:35 -0500

I don't know where Bill got his cookie recipe from, but they look vaguely familiar. These are straightforward good cookies. They have a slight twist in that the oats and the nuts are toasted before they are made into cookies. The flavor is very good. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

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

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

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

Cornflake Chocky Rocks (Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:43:46 -0400

My mum always cooked these delicious cookies when I was a child. I believe the recipe was originally published by Kellog's on the back of the cornflake cereal box (in Australia). My favourite way to eat these is raw. If I eat them cooked I like them so they are still gooey in the middle. I dont like them cooked for too long as they go crunchy and loose all of the gooey goodness. -- posted by Missy_Belle

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

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

Banana Raisin Bars

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:07:50 -0400

Great way to use up bananas! Nuts could be added in as well. These have a light glaze on them that soaks in all the way to the bottom. Nice change from banana bread. -- posted by Bekah49036

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

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

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

Millionaires Shortbread

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:44:22 -0400

I saw this today on 5 Ingredient Fix and want to make sure I know to find the recipe when I'm ready to make this -- DH requests! -- posted by kittycatmom

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

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

Peanut Butter Quickies

Fri, 01 May 2009 03:10:22 -0400

This is a very easy 4 ingredient delicious soft cookie recipe. I have had this recipe for so long, that I don't remember where I got it. Put Graham Crackers in zip top plastic bag & crush until fine with rolling pin, or use food processor. I used a # 30 scoop & got 40 cookies. Make sure cookies are cooled completely or when you put them up for storage they will stick together. They taste better if stored overnight for flavors to blend. I used Cinnamon Grahams and recipe turned out very good. -- posted by SadAnna

Ginger Crunch Slice

Wed, 06 May 2009 17:41:27 -0400

A biscuit covered with ginger flavored icing. From a New Zaeland newspaper -- posted by Charlotte J

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

Million Dollar Cookies

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:28:05 -0400

These were my favorite cookies for quite some time. They're super moist and chewy and just plain delicious. You can substitute the chocolate chips with smarties or m&ms and they're even better :) Hope you enjoy these. -- posted by Taste-Tester

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

Campfire S'mores (Aka Robinson Crusoes)

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:16:10 -0400

If you like regular S'mores, you're going to LOVE these! Start with chocolate graham crackers, smear on some creamy peanut butter, add the chocolate candy pieces, the melty marshmallow; then top with the other square of graham cracker. THE TRICK to making these perfectly is being patient while the marshmallow is roasting....don't stick it into the fire, twirl it slowly over the warmth, so that it starts to swell up. That's your signal that the inside is getting all soft and smooshy--just right for perfect s'mores. I first made these back in the early 90's when taking 10 girls on a church youth camp-out in eastern Washington State. We cooked all our meals over the open-fire (no campstove!!) including chocolate chip pancakes MADE FROM SCRATCH, pioneer hotdogs (yum, yum!) and caramel apples roasted in the coals. I guess I need to post those recipes too. After all...it's summer-time and people are camping!!! -- posted by Debber

Lemon-Espresso Bites

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:30:36 -0400

These look delicious and relatively easy. Taken from Martha Stewart Living. -- posted by alligirl

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

Cowboy Energy Cookies

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:08:42 -0400

These are great for sending with campers or having around as a nutritious treat for the kids! -- posted by M Harris

Sunshine Farm Lavender Tea Scones

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:54:52 -0400

These are some of the best scones I've ever eaten! Lovely served warm or cooled with butter, recipe #247961 or recipe #383209, lemon curd, or British clotted cream, and a cup of tea. From my friend Cameron. -- posted by BecR

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

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

Whoopie Pies (Lightened Up)

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:05:37 -0400

An easy switch from margarine to a trans-free spread made these cookies healthier, while staying true to the original taste and texture. Using marshmallow cream instead of cooked filling containing shortening allowed us to elminate fat and slash calories. I found this recipe in Prevention magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

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

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!

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

Pinwheel Cookies

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:15:42 -0400

These were my favorite cookies growing up. I always requested my mother make them for my birthday. They look gorgeous - the mere sight of them filled me with excitement. Their other main appeal is that the dough tastes pastry-like. It's very delicious and I've never had another cookie that tastes anything like it. -- posted by Sonatina

Pumpkin Spice Krispie Treats

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:39:10 -0400

I don't remember where I found this recipe, but it has been much requested by family and friends. It is a fresh take on the standard treat and is especially appropriate during the fall months. -- posted by Chef Judie

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

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

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

Pop's Health Bars

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

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

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