Notes & Info

Mincemeat Bars

NOTE: To make these gluten-free and vegan, substitute coconut oil for the butter and gluten-free flour (Bob’s Red Mill, or almond flour) for the regular flour. 2023 – very good. 1 recipe filling (or 1 qt. mincemeat) 6 ounces butter (1 1/2 sticks) 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 1/2 cups quick […]

Simple Sesames

1 cup butter 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup sesame seeds 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut 1/4 cup finely chopped blanched almonds or almond flour Cream butter and sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add flour and mix just until combined. Stir in other ingredients just until well mixed. Divide dough in […]

Fruitcake Cookie Cups

4 tbsp butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup apple jelly 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp each ground allspice, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup currants or raisins 1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit Glaze powdered sugar water lemon juice Beat […]

Sugar and Spice Stars

1 cup pecans 3 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground allspice 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1 cup butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 large eggs Orange frosting 3 cups powdered sugar 1 tsp grated orange peel 3 tbsp orange juice Whirl nuts in food processor […]

Snowflake Wafers

1/2 cup butter 1 cup quick cooking rolled oats 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup flour 5 tbsp whipping cream 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate 2 tbsp brandy Melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in oats, brown sugar, flour, and 2 tablespoons cream. Let mixture sit for 15-30 minutes. Stir often to keep well mixed. […]