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5 images Ginger fans will fall in love with the spicy flavor of these crispy, chewy, Three Ginger Gingersnaps. I have been making these Three Ginger Gingersnaps for several years now and they are one of my very favorite recipes for filling my Baked With Love holiday cookie boxes. They are packed with sweet and […]
5 images Peppermint studded shortbread and sparkling snowflakes – I’m totally smitten with these little bites of winter. These Peppermint Shortbread Snowflakes are a new addition to our Holiday Cookie Boxes this year. I wanted a recipe similar to the sugar cookies that are usually included, but slightly different to keep things in the kitchen […]
4 images Tart lemon curd blankets a buttery shortbread crust in these irresistible lemon squares. A light dusting of Confectioners’ sugar is the perfect touch of sweet to balance the flavors out. As the Summer temperatures begin to rise, I find myself craving a ridiculous amount of fresh fruits and veggies. Although hearty salads are a delightful […]
3 images Orange extract and fresh orange zest brighten the flavors of these crispy, chewy chocolate crackle cookies. We’re clearly not ones for New Year’s resolutions as the first question after dinner in our house is still “what’s for dessert?” With the abundance of rich cookies and candies that were consumed during the holidays, I […]
4 imagesIt’s not too late to show appreciation for those who made the holidays magical. Give big thanks with our Teeny Tiny Sprinkle Cookies. The day after Christmas a long time blog friend posted the sweetest picture of her three children sitting around the dining room table writing out their thank you notes. Her witty […]
4 images Chocolate peppermint spritz cookies are dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with crushed peppermint candies to make these irresistible Peppermint Bark Spritz Snowflakes. When I signed up for the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap, I wanted to create a recipe that was based on a tried and true favorite and that would ship […]
3 images Pastel owl cookies are a precious treat for celebrating the arrival of new bundles of joy into the world. Bake up a batch for your next baby shower or to deliver to a tired mom in need of a sweet pick me up. I have to admit that when I first came across […]
5 images Limited edition Candy Cane Milanos are enrobed in smooth chocolate and crushed peppermint for an extra decadent treat. When I saw the limited edition Candy Cane Milanos, I knew that I needed a bag. I also knew that I couldn’t leave well enough alone and needed to put my own festive touch on […]
4 imagesI love Alfajores – crumbly shortbread, rich dulce de leche and a sweet dusting of powdered sugar. What I do not love is rolling and cutting dozens of cookie rounds as the original recipe tends to call for. In a moment of kitchen genius, I came up with a spritz dough that yields a […]
4 images Store bought mini graham crackers dipped in chocolate and marshmallow candy melts are a deliciously easy way to make patriotic treats this Independence Day. I have been on a total snack kick lately with all of the travel that I have been doing for work. I’m normally not one to snack very much […]