Standing Snowglobe Cookies

I wanted to cap by 2021 Royal Icing Cookie journey with these standing snowglobe cookies. The WOW factor for these cookies is that they stand up! I made a regular decorated cookie then propped the design up with a triangle piece of cookie to keep it upright like a real snowglobe. Consistencies and colors: Flood …

Snickerdoodle Cookies (Reindeer)

Snickerdoodles are always a classic Christmas throwback. Something about it reminds me of my childhood. I’m not sure if its the simple and uncomplicated flavors of vanilla and the edginess of cinnamon as a child. Or if its the name that always makes me crack a smile. But Either way its one of the most …

Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies are probably THE classic Christmas cookie. Dating back to the 16th century these cookies have been widely popular in Europe for a while now. And it seems like every culture has adopted a variation of this cookie. Which is a testament to how iconic these cookies are. Its common that now a days …

Classic Cream Cheese Cutouts

This is by far my favorite cookie recipe.  Cutout cookies aren’t necessarily my absolute favorite all the time, I love me a good chocolate chip, but this recipe is fool-proof.  It comes out perfect every time, it can be adapted, and it’s always wowed my friends and family. I’ve been making these classic cream cheese …

Kolaczki Cookies (Jelly Filling)

I like these cookies because they are quick, easy and uncomplicated. With only 4 ingredients this recipe is a breeze and it makes you wonder why all other cookies recipes require any more ingredients. The jelly sets them apart from any other cookie on the cookie tray. Traditionally they are made with sour cream (as …

Ginger Cookies

For Christmas I have a few “classics” in my repertoire. This is one of them. What I like about these cookies is that they are chewy and soft, without being too sickly sweet, which is surprising for a cookie. Its dangerous how much you can eat because of this.  I also love how the spices …

Peppermint Pretzel Salted Caramel Snaps

Being a baking lover and a New Yorker, it’s hard not to be a fan of Milk Bar.  Milk bar is famous for their birthday cake & cereal milk soft serve, but they also have a ton of other extremely creative and out of the box desserts.  One in particular that caught my eye last …

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

These are one of my favorite Christmas cookies to make and eat (even though I’m not suppose to). They are chocolate, with a secret burst of cherry which adds as a refreshing pick me up. The frosting is a 3 ingredient wonder that reminds me of homemade truffles. These are the first Christmas cookies that …