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Christmas Cookies

Monday, December 17, 2012

Gingerbread and Eggnog Recipes for Christmas

Try one of these cookies recipes, such as White Chocolate Cherry Cookies or Coconut Macaroons.

One of the most important holiday questions to ask yourself is: What kind of cookies will you be baking for your get-togethers this season? From sweet to savory, holiday cookies come in all shapes and sizes. And what’s better than to top off a tray of cookies than a glass of homemade eggnog? You can also check out myrecipes.com to learn how to host a successful cookie swap and view more holiday cookie recipes.  Eggnog In a saucepan over low heat combine milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cinnamon stick and clove. Bring to a slow boil (this will take between 5-7 mins). Once the milk mixture starts to boil remove from heat and leave cinnamon stick in for a couple of minutes, then remove. Put egg yolks and sugar into a bowl. Using a hand held …

Friday, December 23, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Snickerdoodles

Capping things off with our final recipe.

For the past two weeks we've provided you with some delicious recipes in our "12 Days of Christmas Cookies" series. We are capping things off with one of my personal favorites and the oddest cookie name out there: snickerdoodles.  Have a great holiday season (and send thank you letters from your sweet tooth to Patch!) Here's how to make them:   Ingredients 1 cup butter or shortening 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoons baking soda cinnamon and sugar mixed to taste (about 1/4 cup sugar to 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon is a good mixture) Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400F. Mix together butter and sugar until smooth, then add eggs, cream of tartar, and baking soda. 2. Stir in …

Thursday, December 22, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Cherry Bell

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is for Cherry Bell Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon instant coffee granules 2/3 cup butter 3/4 cup and 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons dark corn syrup 5/8 egg, beaten 2 teaspoons cream 3 tablespoons and 1-3/4 teaspoons packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons butter 2 tablespoons cherry juice 1-1/3 cups and 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts 40 …

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Chocolate Chip

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is for Chocolate Chip Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients 1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon butter 1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon white sugar 7/8 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup and 1 teaspoon white chocolate chips 1/4 cup and 1 teaspoon milk chocolate chips 1/4 cup and 1 teaspoon semisweet chocolate chips…

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: French Cookies

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is for French Cookies. Here's how to make them:   Ingredients 1/4 pound dark brown sugar 2 ounces butter 1 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup and 2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour Directions 1. In a large bowl, stir together the brown sugar and butter until smooth and creamy; then add eggs and vanilla, and beat well. Gradually stir in flour. 2. Set bowl over a hot water bath, and stir to blend ingredients. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. 3. Preheat the galette iron. 4. Shape …

Monday, December 19, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Ginger Snap

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is Ginger Snap Cookies. Here's how to make them:   Ingredients 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup shortening 1 cup white sugar 1 egg 1/4 cup dark molasses 1/3 cup cinnamon sugar Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. Sift the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a mixing bowl. Stir the mixture to blend evenly, and sift a second time into another bowl. 3. Place …

Friday, December 16, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Lemon-Lime Crackle Cookies

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is Lemon-Lime Crackle Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients: 1/2 cup flaked coconut 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons grated lime peel 2 cups whipped topping 2 eggs 2 tablespoons whipped topping mix 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 (18.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix confectioners' sugar Directions: 1. In a blender or food processor, combine the coconut, lemon peel and lime peel. 2. Cover and process until finely chopped, about 30 seconds; set aside. 3. In a mixing bowl, combine whipped …

Thursday, December 15, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Sugar Cookies

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is Sugar Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions:   1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla. 3. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Roll …

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Nutmeg Cookies

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is Nutmeg Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients: 1 cup milk 1 1/3 tablespoons lemon juice 6 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 1 1/3 cups margarine 2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions : 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Whisk together the milk and lemon juice in a small bowl; set aside a few minutes to sour. Meanwhile, …

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Cookies: Gingerbread Cookies

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Get your ovens preheated and sweet tooths ready for "12 Days of Christmas Cookies." That's right, we're featuring a different Christmas cookie recipe on Morton Grove Patch for 12 straight days, ending just before Christmas Eve.  Today's recipe is Gingerbread Cookies. Here's how to make them: Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dark molasses 1 cup packed brown sugar 2/3 cup cold water 1/3 cup shortening 7 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground allspice 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 (16 ounce) package chocolate frosting Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one cookie sheet. 2. Mix together the molasses, brown sugar, …

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