Double Ginger Cookies

Makes about 4 dozen cookies
 
Again, a thankful nod to Bob, my favorite brother-in-law baker. He baked these cookies a few years ago and brought them to our family Christmas gathering. I loved the flavor and texture, not to mention the extra bits of crystallized ginger mixed into the dough. On another note, this recipe uses canola oil and [...]

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Sugar Cookies

Makes about 4 dozen rolled and cut sugar cookies (depends on the size of the cutter)
Big Note: This dough needs about 2 hours in the refrigerator to chill, so plan accordingly
I give my brother-in-law Bob all the credit for introducing me to this recipe. The cookies made with this dough are crisp, buttery, and sweet. I find [...]

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Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 package (3.4 ounce) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
 
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Sift together the flour and baking soda, set aside. In a large bowl, cream [...]

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The Cookie Contest

Every year Hixson hosts a cookie contest at their employee picnic. This year my oldest son and I judged the contest, along with a handful of other interested people who were willing to wade through tasting about a baker’s dozen homemade delights. Tuxedo Bites, Lemon Squares, Nutkins, Thumbprint, Old-fashioned Peanut Butter, Soft Chocolate Chip, Zebra [...]

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