Almond or Anise Sugar Cookies

This recipe makes soft sugar cookie dough that is easy to cut into shapes and that doesn't need to be chilled ahead of time, so it's fast and easy.  Total time from start to finish is less than an hour! Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup granulated white sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp…

M&M Pudding Cookies

Moist, chewy, and full of M&Ms! Ingredients: 1/2 c unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature 1/2 c butter substitute (like brummel & brown yogurt spread), at room temperature 2/3 c brown sugar 1/4 c granulated sugar 3.4 oz. package vanilla instant pudding mix (Don't use the sugar free or the cook & serve!) 2…

Peppermint Crunch Brownie Cookies

Easy peasy brownie cookies!  I like to make things from scratch, but some days you're low on time or don't have all the ingredients you need and a box mix as a base saves the day! Read the full recipe, they are quick to make, but require 2 hours chill time in the refrigerator before…

Perfectly Chewy Ginger Snaps

I think these may be the best cookies I've ever made!  Of course, I LOVE ginger cookies, and these are perfectly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside! Ingredients: 2 c bread flour (you can use all-purpose flour if you don't have bread flour) 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp baking soda 1…

Healthier Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

I've been craving oatmeal raisin cookies lately and decided to try to make them somewhat healthier.  These turned out pretty good! Ingredients: 3 Tbsp light butter, room temperature (I use brummel & brown yogurt spread) 1/4 cup sugar 1 large egg 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup  whole wheat flour 1…

Shortbread Sugar Cookies

Part sugar cookie, part shortbread... yes, they are perfection! Ingredients: 1 cup butter, room temp 3/4 cup veg oil 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup powdered sugar 2 TBS water 2 eggs 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp salt 5 1/2 cup all purpose flour Extra 1/4 cup granulated…

Coconut Almond Biscotti

I've always wanted to try making my own biscotti and after comparing many recipes and playing around with ingredients and amounts, I've put together this recipe, which seems to be well received by all! Ingredients: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temp 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1…

Dark Brown Sugar Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies

These are definitely different from the average chocolate chip cookie... there's a dark sweet molasses flavor because of the dark brown sugar, and a saltiness as almost an aftertaste... My hubby and I LOVED them!  They are crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside... heavenly...milk-thirst-inducing... Just try them. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all purpose…

Oatmeal Coconut Cookies

These truly are the best cookies I've ever tasted.  I don't say things like that lightly!  I hope everyone else loves them too, they are a hit in this house!  The combination of oatmeal, coconut oil, shredded coconut and chocolate chunks is just so satisfying.  You even taste a hint of saltiness, which is surprising…

Chai Doodles

Flavors of chai tea mixed with the soft texture of a snickerdoodle... Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1 3/4 teaspoons ground cardamom a couple pinches of black pepper 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon…