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3 images Just like your grandmother used to make; this tried and true recipe for Old-Fashioned M&M Cookies is sure to bring back sweet memories. Pastel M&M’s transform these cookies into a delicious addition to your Easter festivities. I absolutely love old fashioned M&M cookies. They hold a special place in my heart as they […]
3 images These Grasshopper Milano Cookies combine mint, chocolate and the perfect splash of green to get ready for Spring. Have you adjusted to springing forward yet? In a fit of drama yesterday, I may have declared Spring Daylight Savings as the worst day of the year. I hated waking up with half of my […]
3 images A true friend not only supports the decision to sit down for afternoon tea twice in one afternoon, but leads you to the best pumpkin scones in town and joins you. Four domain changes, at least a dozen site redesigns, half a dozen Hanukkahs and Christmases, four states, and two countries. That’s how […]
3 images Browned butter, honey and cinnamon give a rustic feel to the slightly crispy, yet equally chewy dough that turns semi-sweet chocolate chips and vanilla mallow bits into decadent S’mores Cookies. RESOURCES Jet-Puffed Vanilla Mallow Bits can be found with the marshmallows in your grocer’s baking aisle. These resemble the freeze-dried marshmallows found in […]
4 images Pearl sugar atop royal icing decorated sugar cookies makes these holly leaves look like they came from a snowy winter wonderland. If you’re looking for cookie cutters that stand out from the usual Christmas shapes, try using holly leaves this year. I pair holly leaf cookies with red Cadbury chocolate in place of […]
6 images Chocolate cut out cookies are decorated with pink peppermint candy melts to create these delicious Pink Peppermint Chocolate Snowflake Cookies. The recipe was inspired by a brave little girl fighting brain cancer and were shipped across the country as part of the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap. These cookies start with a rich […]
3 images Strawberry jam gives the classic spritz cookie a kiss of natural strawberry flavor while a quick dip in rich dark chocolate makes these cookies just perfect for Valentine’s Day. Chocolate dipped strawberries are a traditional Valentine’s Day treat. These Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Spritz Cookies make it easy to gift this seasonal flavor combination […]
4 images Italian Cookies are based on a classic recipe handed down from generation to generation and are perfect for sharing due to their large batch size. The addition of assorted pink and red sprinkles make these cookies just perfect for Valentine’s Day. Italian Cookies are traditionally flavored with a touch of anise extract. Given […]
7 images Turn simple white cupcakes into elegant bridal shower treats with homemade Fluffy White Buttercream and stunning sugar decorations. I wasn’t kidding when I said that this was a summer packed full of celebrations. When a sweet friend reached out about baking for her sister’s bridal shower, you just know that I said yes! […]
5 images Insanely delicious and festive mini momofuku milk bar confetti cookie cakes are a breeze to bake with this semi-homemade recipe. For the first time in six years I actually got to go out to dinner with a handful of best friends for my birthday! We are loving being back in Texas and are […]