I brought these cookies to Christmas dinner, and they were delicious! I didn't use nuts or raisins but followed the rest of They are also a perfect accompaniment with coffee. These freeze great. Enjoy! i'm 2 eggs2 c. sugar1 c. (2 sticks) butter1 c. each of following dried fruit:  Raisins, cranberries, blueberries, and cherries2 c.… Continue reading Fruit Cookies

When my friend Molly shows up to a youth baseball practice with cookies in a cellophane bag,  tied with a ribbon...I knew it was going to be good!   These cookies are a perfect mix of sugar, lemon, and goodness.  The texture is buttery and smooth.  The frosting compliments the cookie better than most.  Can… Continue reading Lemon ‘Swig’ Sugar Cookies

This recipe is from Smitten Kitchen, a blog I love so much I bought her cookbook. Some people say Ina Garten's recipes are fail proof; I guess you could say Deb Perlman is my Ina. I made these cookies for the first time for my cookie party, which is a commitment. But they worked great, and… Continue reading Brownie Roll-Out Cookies

My friend Jen brought these to my cookie party, and it originally came from my friend Allison. Love a recipe that is good enough to get passed around! They were a hit at my cookie party and with my husband! I think the Rice Krispies are the secret ingredient that takes them over the top! … Continue reading Peanut Butter Balls

The dangerous thing about being at Canyon Ranch is that everything is so light, you never want to skip dessert! But their cookies are really delicious and somewhat "healthy!" ¼ cup unsalted butter ⅓ cup low-fat cream cheese 1 cup brown sugar 1 lge egg yolk ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract ¾ cup all-purpose flour… Continue reading Canyon Ranch Oatmeal Cookies

I love these brownies, because they are quick and easy and can be made in one pan. I make them often and sometimes vary them up with marshmallows or caramel. 1 4-oz Ghirardelli Semi-Sweet Chocolate Baking Bar 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 cup firmly packed light or dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract… Continue reading Everyday Brownies

I made this recipe for the first time on Thanksgiving 2013 - it's a winner! Makes about 24 sandwiches (48 cookies) 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup Dutch process cocoa powder (I used a mix of Dutch and non-Dutch, and it worked!) 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg… Continue reading Dulce De Leche-Filled Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies

These are so good! I made them for my annual cookie exchange one year, and so they hold a special place in my heart. 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 pound bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butte 1 3/4 cups (packed)… Continue reading Giant Chocolate-Toffee Cookies

My platonic crush Nigella makes these, and they are so easy and delicious. They even remind me of s'mores, which are just about my favorite thing in the world. I've used several different kinds of crunchy cookies, but graham crackers would work in a pinch. What a great, easy chocolate gift for someone you love.… Continue reading Rocky Road Crunch Bars