This traditional Greek cookie, called Kourabiedes, have a slight clove flavor. It’s often made with brandy, but this can be left out if preferred. This delightfully sugary cookie is usually made for special occasions, such as Christmas or Easter. Ingredients 1 cup butter or margarine 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 egg yolks 1 tsp. vanilla… read more »
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Chrusciki – Polish Angel Wings
Chrusciki are a family tradition at our house. My Grandmother would make these fried cookies, also know as Angel Wings or crullers, for most special occasions. I can remember watching her, practically drooling while waiting for the first yummy chrusciki to be ready! There are many recipes for Chrusciki – this recipe is as close… read more »
Italian Easter Cookies
This Italian Easter Cookie recipe has a wonderful citrus flavor. The dough is basically a rich, buttery sugar cookie dough, flavors with orange and lemon and topped with almonds. Ingredients 1 cup soften butter 3/4 cup sugar 2 egg yolks 1/4 cup whole milk 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt… read more »
Cherry Drop Valentine’s Day Cookies
These sweet cookies are a big hit for Valentine’s Day. Who doesn’t like getting an edible love letter? They are easy to make, and fun to give! Cherry Drop cookies are also good for other love-inspired occasions, such as bridal showers, weddings, and anniversary celebrations. Ingredients 1 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup sugar 2… read more »
Valentine’s Day Cookies
These heart-shaped cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day! The dough is our Sugar Cookie Dough, frosted with our Basic Cream Icing. Show your Valentine that you care- don’t give a box of chocolates, make heart cookies! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar 1 cup butter or margarine 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2… read more »
Sweetheart Cookies
Sweetheart Cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day, or perhaps a bridal shower or wedding reception. These cookies are filled with a sweet cherry filling, though you could change the filling to strawberry if you prefer. Your sweetheart is sure to love these cookies! Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla… read more »
Resurrection Cookies
This Resurrection Cookie recipe, also known as Easter Story Cookies, has been used for years to help teach children the real story of Easter. These cookies are started the night before Easter Sunday, and are finished on Easter Sunday morning. Bible verses are included to help with discussion of the Easter story. Ingredients 1 cup… read more »
Bird’s Nests
Bird’s Nest cookies are perfect for Easter (or any other time). This particular recipe is a basic Bird’s Nest recipe. There are several variations on this basic recipe that I’ll share too! Ingredients 4 cups chow mein noodles 3 cups mini marshmallows 3 tbsp. butter or margarine small jellybeans Instructions Line a cookie sheet with… read more »
Koulourakia
Koulourakia are traditional Easter cookies from Greece. These yummy buttery cookies have a slight lemon flavor and are often sprinkled with sesame seeds. The result is a delicious cookie that is sure to delight! Ingredients 1 cup softened unsalted butter 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp. orange zest 1 tbsp. baking powder 4 cups… read more »
Chocolate Easter Eggs
If you like Cadbury Eggs, you’ll like these fun Chocolate Easter Eggs. Everyone will be amazed that you actually handmade these yummy cookies that look like real eggs in the center (well, like cookie eggs anyway)! Ingredients 1 cup softened butter 10 cups confectioner’s sugar 4 tsp. vanilla 1 can sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp…. read more »