M&M Cookies

I had extra M&M's so went to my pinterest list and found this recipe I saved. These were really good and the perfect addition. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.cookingclassy.com/2012/11/mm-cookies-christmas-style/

Christmas Snickerdoodles

These were Kyle's favorite, he even had me make a second batch. So delicious and love the colored sprinkles, you could use that to customize them for any holiday or party. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/christmas-snickerdoodles/#_a5y_p=2953532

Christmas in NYC

Figured I'd share some Christmas pictures of the city I took when we went to see the tree. I love living close enough to go into the city often. We also tried out a new Restaurant in the city the night of this visit called Bar Bacon. I had the lobster bacon mac and cheese which was amazing along with a beer from Brooklyn Brewery. There's just something magical about all the lights and decorations at Christmas.

Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip cookies are always my favorite so these were perfect for the Christmas Cookie baskets I made. Walnuts and chocolate chip cookies are such a great combination. Here's the link to the recipe
http://thedomesticrebel.com/2014/10/30/copycat-levain-bakery-walnut-chocolate-chip-cookies/

Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

I haven't made shortbread cookies in awhile so I figured I'd add these to the cookie baskets this year. I used crushed peppermint I got at Williams Sonoma. Here's the link the recipe
http://www.shugarysweets.com/2012/12/chocolate-peppermint-shortbread-cookies

Holiday Oatmeal Cookies

I always make some sort of Oatmeal cookie for the holidays. Love the m&m's added in these and they were soft and delicious. Here's the link the recipe
http://sallysbakingaddiction.com/2012/03/08/chewy-oatmeal-mm-cookies/

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

If you love Chocolate cookies then these are for you. Love the powdered sugar on them, may roll them in extra when they come out next time I make these. Here's the link the recipe
http://rasamalaysia.com/chocolate-crinkle-cookies/

Chocolate Espresso Cookie

 

There is no secret that I love coffee so I had to include a coffee flavored cookie in my Christmas baking. I love the icing and I added mini M&M's I had left from another cookie recipe. Here's the link the recipe

http://livelaughrowe.com/chocolate-espresso-cookie-recipe/

Hot Cocoa Cookies

I picked up smaller marshmallows by accident so I used those for these cookies, love how unique these cookies are and they're perfect for the holidays. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.glorioustreats.com/2013/12/hot-cocoa-cookies.html

Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Cookies

These were so good, I love peanut butter cookies and the dark chocolate chips were great. I left mine in about a minute too long, but they were still good and great with a glass of milk. Here's the link to the recipe
http://rasamalaysia.com/peanut-butter-dark-chocolate-cookies/2/

Red Velvet Spritz

It's my favorite time of year again - Christmas. I love trying new cookie recipes and usually work in batches to make all the cookies I need to deliver. Spritz are always a favorite so when I saw this red velvet version I couldn't wait to try it. I love the touch of peppermint in it and how unique they are compared to the spritz you're used to. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/red-velvet-spritz-cookies?trkid=FBPAGE_CC_20151205

Brown Sugar Smore Drops

Smores are just my favorite so of course I had to add a smore cookie to the rotation this year for cookie baskets. This recipe was delicious, here's the link to recipe
http://www.bhg.com/recipe/brown-sugar-smore-drops/

Peanut Butter Bites

 You have to include some type of peanut butter cookie at Christmas time so this was perfect with a reese pb cup in the middle. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cookies/peanut-butter-bites/

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

What makes an oatmeal cookie better? Adding Chocolate chips! These were soft and delicious cookies, here's the link to the recipe
http://redheadcandecorate.com/2013/03/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/

Chocolate Candy Cane Kisses

I think you really need to include a cookie recipe with Hershey kisses for Christmas, I love the red and green sugar on these and the mint from the kiss was delicious. Here's the link to the recipe
http://insidebrucrewlife.com/2013/12/chocolate-candy-cane-kiss-cookies/#_a5y_p=2866804

Scrapbook Pages

I know I haven't posted in awhile, work has been crazy and I'm coming up with ideas to redo the blog a little for next year. Also thinking of restarting my etsy shop up in the new year so thinking of products to make for the relaunch. Wanted to share some recent layouts I made.

Daffodils blooming up in my garden this spring

Last Winter we had a ton of below 0 days, hoping we don't have as many this winter

My smore bday cake for my 35th birthday from my favorite local bakery

Easter decorations and fresh eggs from grandma's farm

More snow from last Winter

Princess and I on St Patrick's Day 2015

So thankful for such an awesome pup

Princess guarding the door while we work on clearing the snow off the cars and driveway

Apple and Pumpkin Picking

Part of the reason I love living on Long Island is all the wonderful  local farms. This time of year is all about apples and pumpkins. So on my day off I went to a local farm, picked some apples and got some small pumpkins to use for decorations in my house. Wanted to share some pictures from my trip.

Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Cup

Desserts like this are perfect when you want something sweet, but don't want to spend a ton of time baking or don't want a ton of leftovers in the house from baking a full recipe. Takes about 2 minutes and tastes just like a chocolate chip cookie. Here's the link to the recipe

http://www.number-2-pencil.com/2012/03/06/chocolate-chip-cookie-in-cup/

Puff Pastry Apple Tart

It's apple season and this was a quick and easy dessert to make after dinner. Got the apples from the local Farmer's Market. Here's the link to the recipe

http://www.siftandwhisk.com/blog/easy-puff-pastry-honey-apple-tart/

Pumpkin Pancakes

I added chocolate chips to mine, these pancakes were delicious and so filling. A perfect breakfast to get my day started before a long day at work. I love pumpkin so will definitely make these again soon. Here's the link to the recipe
http://www.averiecooks.com/2014/09/pumpkin-pancakes.html

Scrapbook Pages

Easter 2015 Desserts

From our amazing trip to London

St Pat's Beer Cupcakes

 Our favorite donut shop

Dirty Smores Cookies

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Since this recipe makes so many cookies, I froze half before baking so I have them in the freezer when I want a cookie. I love smores and love that this recipe rolls them in graham crackers before baking. Such a fun snack and perfect for anytime of year. Here's the link to the recipe

http://cookiesandcups.com/dirty-smores-cookies/

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars

These really don't taste like your missing anything by being a skinny version. These disappeared quickly for dessert when we had friends over. Such a wonderful dessert and snack. Here's the link to the recipe

http://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/skinny-chocolate-chip-pumpkin-bars-recipe/

Mini Apple Pies

It's apple season so of course I have to mix in some apple recipes along with all the pumpkin ones. These were delicious and so quick and easy to put together. I used a mini flower cookie cutter since it still is technically summer. Here's the link to the recipe

http://www.littlebitfunky.com/2011/10/what-i-made-for-monday.html