Are you keeping up with your Elf on the Shelf? We don’t do the Elf on the Shelf, but I love see all the creative ideas. I think some adults have more fun than the kids when it comes to the Elf. Here are some mini cookies that you can make to go with your Elf or a quick … Read More ...
HedgeHog Shortbread Cookies
What does a hedgehog have to do with the holidays? Nothing! They are cute and it would be nice to take a small break from the holiday hoopla. Although, it could go well with a winter theme. Have you ever read “The Mitten” by Jan Brett?
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Chocolate Olive Oil Crinkle Gelt Cookies
Hanukkah’s version of the chocolate crinkle cookie. How gorgeous does this gold crinkle cookie look. It was created using the Wilton gold spray. You can also get that in silver too. If you don’t celebrate Hanukkah, you could make silver and gold cookies for the Christmas holiday. I’m going to have to make a trip to the baking section.
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How To Make Fun Gingerbread Star wars Wookie Cookies
I am totally sneaking these in to the new Star Wars movie
next week! The gingerbread man has a makeover that will be a hit with the Star Wars fan in your household. If you aren’t a Star Wars fan you could fill in the lines with white frosting and it can be the abominable snowman.
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Chocolate Chai Cut-out Cookies
Move over sugar cookies, something yummier has come along. Although we will still make our traditional sugar cookies, I am definitely going to make these too. I watched a baking show and they made chocolate sugar cookies for a night time theme for the holidays. Is that not a cool idea? I wish I was creative in the kitchen.
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Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddy) Cookies
If you like muddy buddy mix, puppy chow or anything with chocolate and peanut butter, you might want to give these cookies a try. You can make them for the cookie swap or save the recipe for any time of the year. These might replace the all-time favorite chocolate chip request in our house.
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Rudolph Reindeer Cookies
One of my other favorite holiday movie is Rudolph. I can relate being a misfit and there is nothing wrong with it. These are easy cookies that you and the family could make together. They would make a great addition to your cookie swap. If you need other ideas, Lizzy from Your Cup of Cake has additional links after this … Read More ...
Snow Globe Cookies
These cute snow globe cookies will be a hit at your winter party. If you can’t find snow globe cookie cutters, you could use a triangle cookie cutter and two circle cookie cutters. Maybe even the bottom of the Christmas tree cookie cutter would work for the triangle. Jasmine at 1 Fine Cookie will take you step by step to … Read More ...
Santa Storm Trooper Cookies
Come over to the dark side and enjoy these storm trooper cookies. Or become a Jedi and defeat the storm troopers bite by bite. These cookies will be a big hit with all Star Wars fans. Brittanie at Simplistically Living created these cookies using a skull cookie cutter and Santa hat cookie cutter. I’m wishing I bought one of the … Read More ...
Soft Chewy Vegan Gingersnaps
A healthy cookie you can enjoy! It’s vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free. I call that a baking hat trick! It is so hard to be good during the holidays, or worse, not be able to enjoy the baked goods due to allergies or being healthy. I don’t eat a lot of desserts, but during the holidays, I go crazy … Read More ...
Spelt Cinnamon Snowflake Cookies
Who is starting their holiday baking today? Traditionally, I start my Christmas cards and watch White Christmas. I’m not allowed to do any other Christmas items till December 1st. I’m not ready for the snowfall, but would be happy to have these snowflake cookies in the house. I think I need to invest in some snowflake cookie cutters
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Fudge Mint Chocolate No Bake Cookies
Here is the perfect cookie for a cookie swap or that last minute dessert you just learned you were in charge of. Let your fridge and stove do the work and not your oven. Which also makes this a great cookie for the warm months. A great cookie to make with the kids when you don’t have time to sprinkle … Read More ...
DIY Homemade Chicken Sweet Potato Dog Treats
Here is a treat you can make for gifts or have on hand when you get ready to sit for your holiday feast. Your fur baby will still want what you are eating, but these might satisfy them for a little while. Buy some extra sweet potato and a package of chicken for these treats. Include them in your neighbor … Read More ...
Thumbprint Cookies
How many of you are ready to start baking your holiday cookies? I’m lucky if the Christmas cards are done in time for Christmas. I usually bake the cookies on Christmas Eve, but at least Santa has fresh baked cookies! I’m planning to be better this year! I’ll let you know how that works out.
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Schroeder’s Piano Key Cookies
How many of you have seen the new Peanuts movie? I might have to borrow a kid, otherwise, I’ll be waiting till it comes out on video. These cookies, by Jamie at Love Bakes Good Cakes, are really cute and can also be made for the music lover in your life. I love the Peanuts and look forward to watching … Read More ...