Ladies and Gentlemen, put down your Christmas cookies for a moment and make yourself these coconut cupcakes. I urge you, no, I beg you. The coconut on top looks like snow anyway, so they're actually perfect for any Winter celebration, Christmas or otherwise. About a month ago, my Mom, my Grandma, and I made a...
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Chai-Spiced Shortbread Cookies
These cookies are so easy to make, they travel well, and they taste just like a warm cup of chai tea. They lend a perfect buttery crunch to balance out the other super-rich desserts and treats this time of year.
Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
Christmas is only one week away, and I should probably be sharing with you some candy-filled concoction that will make you swoon. Maybe tomorrow. For today, I will share with you a recipe for Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfect for gifting, bringing to the office, or munching on while you wrap gifts. Julia Child once...
Pecan Pie Bars
If you or your loved ones are in the mood for some pecan pie this Christmas, consider trying out these Pecan Bars instead. No rolling out pie crust needed, and they are ready to enjoy in no time! So easy, and perfectly rich and delicious for your holiday gatherings. Happy Baking!
Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies & A Pinterest Party
Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic. There's just something about the cross-hatch fork marks that let you know you're in for something good. Well, most of the time. The perfect texture of peanut butter cookies can be a bit elusive, in my opinion. Too dry, too crunchy, too crumbly, too thin, etc... No longer a...
White Chocolate Chip Toffee Bars & The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2013
This year I had the opportunity to participate in the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2013. Basically, it is a giant cookie swap to raise money to support children's cancer research. Is there any better combination than cookies and curing cancer? I think not. It was great fun waiting for my 3 packages of cookies...
Cookbook of the Week: Cook's Illustrated Baking Book by America's Test Kitchen
Well, I must admit: Hubby is out of the country for work all week (which is why I will hold off on my last few Jerusalem cookbook recipes until he returns), and I've got the irresistible urge to bake as if I were entertaining the Cookie Monster (the only time that truly happened was at...
Chocolate Krantz Cakes
These cakes taste just as decadent and glorious as they look. Imagine a giant cinnamon roll loaf cake, but instead of cinnamon, you've got chocolate. And pecans. I mean really, you just have to make these! If you ask me, they're great for any time of the day. While technically a dessert, I can personally...
An Expression of Gratitude & A Recipe for Dutch Apple Pie
Thanksgiving is here! Happiest of Thanksgivings to all of you! Amidst the hustle and bustle of food preparations, travel plans, and other holiday "duties", I would like to take a moment to share some of the things that I've been most blessed with this year. I am so very thankful for... ~My husband, closest friend,...
Pumpkin Tiramisu
It's the time of year where we all go a little bit pumpkin crazy, but if you ask me, there's nothing wrong with that. In the spirit of the season, I decided to try out a pumpkin tiramisu, since I love tiramisu no matter what time of year it is. If you're looking for a...