Category Archives: Christmas Cookies/Bars

I had never thought to use chocolate stars instead of kisses until I ran across this recipe. They turned out SO cute! These are the perfect little twist to the traditional blossoms.

These were pretty simple. Besides the fact that they were delicious, they are also a very CUTE cookie!!! Source: Better Homes and Gardens Christmas Baking 2009 4 oz. unsweetened chocolate 1/2 c. shortening 3 eggs, lightly beaten 2 c. sugar … Continue reading →

The batter for these delicious little melt-aways smells A-Ma-Zing (the orange juice really makes the sweet aroma lovely)! You may want to start out by doubling the recipe, these little treats go by so fast!

These are one of my FAVORITE Christmas bars! They are just what the name calls them: RICH!!! I only make them once a year, and look forward to them every time I do.

My mom has re-named these wonderful little heavenly reminders “german chocolate surprise” bars. One bite and I was hooked! Recently Steve and I stayed the night at his moms house and she had bought the newest Better Homes and Gardens … Continue reading →

I’ve been making these as a part of the Christmas cookie tradition since I started the Christmas cookie tradition years ago. They have become a staple! They aren’t the easiest cookies to make, but they are well worth the work … Continue reading →

Mmm. Mmm. Mmm. Say. No. More. These are so amazing, it’s a wonder I had any left to plate for the neighbors – honestly! I decided to try a few new things for the plates this year and this one … Continue reading →

I’ve been making these for so many years I don’t even remember where I got the recipe from! I think the other name for these are the Mexican Wedding Cookies – if I remember right? They are the perfect addition … Continue reading →

In recent years they’ve discontinued the chocolate graham crackers! When I learned that last year I was so bummed and have had a really hard time finding a good substitute for this recipe. This year I saw the chocolate teddy … Continue reading →