• White Chocolate Dipped Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies
    Cookies

    White Chocolate Dipped Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

    This cookie is SINFUL and will become your go-to Christmas cookie to impress the ones you love most! This recipe is very special to me as it is handed down from my Mother In-law…..Shout out to Big Momma Mimi D! This is my ALL-TIME favorite Christmas cookie…..my absolute number one! I am so very lucky and blessed to have a mother in-law who is so knowledgeable and skilled in the kitchen! I have learned so much from her and I look forward to handing down her cooking tips and tricks to Indy (she is always so eager and interested in what is cooking in the kitchen). Kade, on the other…

  • Appetizers

    Baklava Phyllo Cups

    A perfect sweet and salty tailgating appetizer as well as the showstopper on any Christmas cookie platter! These golden gems are so versatile, customizable and ADDICTING! I have made these for birthdays, cookouts, Christmas cookie platters, tailgating, family gatherings and showers! I get asked for this recipe all of the time…..so, it is nice to finally provide a platform for others to reach all of my recipes at their disposal…..and not have to continue writing them down for everyone. I absolutely LOVE traditional baklava, however, those that have made baklava, know how time consuming it can be. My baklava cups are faster to make, easier to handle and STILL taste…

  • Cookies

    Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies

    Buttery with a touch of tang! Raspberry and almond are two flavors that will ALWAYS compliment each other! I absolutely LOVE raspberries…..so, it is only fitting that include a raspberry cookie in my Christmas baking line-up! I do not like overly sugary desserts…..I want a delectable balance. The raspberry jam provides enough sweetness in this cookie to satisfy any sweet-tooth craving! In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch and salt until combined; set aside. Using a stand mixer (with a paddle attachment), beat on medium-high speed the butter, sugar and almond extract until fluffy. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add the dry ingredients into the…