I‘m proposing the idea of dessert picnics. And what’s one of the best sweet treats to bring on a picnic…cookies! They’re mess free, easy to transport plenty of, and they come in every flavor imaginable. Plus, when days are hot, who wants to be putting down a heavy sugary piece of cake. I’ve made these…
Classic Gingerbread Cookies
There’s nothing I look forward to more than savoring a chewy gingerbread cookie during the holidays, perhaps a slice of Bolo Rei {the Portuguese version of fruit cake} loaded with crystalized fruits and nuts. But when it comes to the winter, the rich combination of warming spices and fresh ginger flavors of gingerbread cookies, make…
Double Cranberry Cookies
I was so thrilled to participate in the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap once again, raising money for an amazing organization, Cookies for Kids’ Cancer. It is such a great experience being a part of this worldwide cookie swap meeting new bloggers and tasting some delicious cookies too. I love making cookies during the holidays, and…
Candied Walnut Cookies
Every so often, you make a new dessert or meal, and it instantly becomes a great big hit. Well, it’s no surprise that this modern classic cookie is now the most requested item for the holidays. I like to incorporate seasonal flavors into my desserts, like pumpkin and apple but in nontraditional ways. While experimenting…
