There are all kinds of cookies on the market: those in the store bakery that tempt you while the deli slices your turkey, the shelves full brand-name packages with ingredients you can’t pronounce, and even logs (conveniently chilled next to the milk) that you can slice for a quick fix. But, armed with some easy-to-make […]
We all have one. That holiday cookie recipe that we make every year and claim is the best in town. This year, it’s time for a little recognition…enter your best holiday cookie recipe in our 2014 Cookie of the Year contest! Post your recipe, photo and a quick description of your cookies to our Facebook […]
The holidays are all about family, and what better way to spend time together than baking cookies? We all have our favorite recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. And while we can’t wait to dig in to our traditional favorites, it’s always fun to try something new each season. These recipes […]
Sarah’s family has made this buckeyes recipe for years. She describes it as easy and decadent! We like it because getting your hands covered in peanut butter and graham cracker crumbs is required. Buckeyes Makes 4-5 dozen 1 box powdered sugar (16 ounces) 1 cup crushed graham crackers 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes 1 cup […]
Ann Marie makes these Christmas belly button cookies with her five kiddos. You can substitute your favorite flavors of these candies. Makes: 60 or so buttons Total Time: 20 minutes 1 bag of pretzel rings 1 bag of Hershey’s Hugs or Hershey’s Kisses 1 bag of mint M&Ms (or plain chocolate if you don’t like […]
If you can slice a loaf of bread, you can bake biscotti. These crunchy cookies look impressive enough for a present, but they’re really simple to make. Cherry Almond Biscotti Makes about 4 dozen cookies 1 cup slivered or sliced almonds 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick) 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 2-3 tablespoons […]
Thanks to Debbie Shepherd, who submitted this recipe to Make It Better’s cookie contest. This gently spiced cookie is cinnamon-y and sugary delicious. Spice Balls Makes 4 dozen cookies 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (1 1/2 sticks) 1 1/4 cups sugar (divided) 1 egg 1/4 cup molasses (not robust) 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking […]
Dare we call this a healthy cookie? It’s full of good-for-you ingredients, but don’t tell your children, just enjoy. Banana-Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Makes: 2 dozen cookies 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 medium banana) 1/4 cup butter, softened (1/2 stick) 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla […]
