A collection of cookies that I have found on the internet that inspire me to continue creating my own cookies.
Monday, December 31, 2007
Polka Dots Cookies
I have seen these cookies often, and finally made them. I think they look cool. A simple look and a modern touch. I can see these in many colors.
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Ice Cream Cookies
As always, Kelann did a great job with these ice cream cone cookies. I just got the cutter and can't wait to use it.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Santa Cookies
Check out these adorable Santa Cookies. Confetti-American Style does a great job of decorating cookies. I especially love the Santa's with their eyes closed.
Cookie Creations Blog Carnival
Welcome to the December 20, 2007 edition of cookie creations.
Chef Andrew presents href="http://therecipebank.blogspot.com/2007/12/gourmet-double-chocolate-chunk-cookies.html"
>Gourmet Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe> posted at href="http://therecipebank.blogspot.com/"
>The Recipe Bank>, saying, "share these with your friends"
Alison presents href="http://nottheplan.blogspot.com/2007/12/festive-christmas-cookies.html"
>Festive Christmas Cookies> posted at href="http://nottheplan.blogspot.com/"
>This Wasn't in The Plan>.
Christmas Cookies
Rebecca presents href="http://www.experimentalkitchen.org/article.php/20071213103037659"
>Gingerbread House Patterns and Inspiration> posted at href="http://www.experimentalkitchen.org"
>The Experimental Kitchen>.
Cookies
Chef Andrew presents href="http://therecipebank.blogspot.com/2007/12/gourmet-double-chocolate-chunk-cookies.html"
>Gourmet Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe> posted at href="http://therecipebank.blogspot.com/"
>The Recipe Bank>, saying, "a great recipe to share with your friends"
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Saturday, December 22, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
"Gingy"bread Men
Take a look at these sweet and simple gingerbread men. Sometimes a decorated cookie is not about a lot of frosting. A great cookie only needs simple accents.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Snowman Cookie Ornament
This is a cute version of a snowman scene. I think I have snowmen on the brain today. Just dip each end in the color and decorate on top of it.
Snowman Cookie
There is just something about these snowman cookies that I adore. I like that they are drawn on, instead of being on a snowman shaped cookie.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Green Collection
Sometimes simple is better when it comes to cookies. I like these green cookies and simple embellishments. The quilting marks on the stocking are the perfect touch.
Reindeer Pie
This is adorable. I am out of time this year, but wouldn't this be the funniest gift for someone special.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Gingerbread Cookie Bouquet
This is my latest cookie creation. This is a teacher gift. I thought the gingerbread boy and girl would be a sweet touch for a teacher.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Christmas Cookie Inspiration
Talk about inspiration. These cookies are all amazing, and can give you plenty of ideas for the holidays.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Pink Gingerbread House
This is a simply adorable pink gingerbread house.
I have been trying to figure out why I was so excited about this house. I just realized that I had a gingerbread house bank growing up. The colors where nothing like this, but a lot of the same details. I simply loved that bank. It was one of the decorations that I just assumed every year belonged to me.
Gingerbread House from Gilda's Club
When I see all these gorgeous houses, I don't quite know what to say. It has to take so much work to build these houses and to decorate them so amazingly perfect.
Santa in Chimney Cookie
This is Kel's cookie for the Wilton Cookie Decorating Contest. http://www.cookiedecoratingcontest.com/vote/?id=BB35DEEC-423B-522D-F78EA1765F2D04F1&utm_source=vfe&utm_medium=email I voted for her and hope she wins. Check out that great detail. She uses Fondant and royal iding to make it and it is flawless.
Good Luck Kel!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Cookies in Chinese Take-out Container
I said I was going to add several packaging ideas for cookies and here is one I love. Maybe next year I will order several of these for my homebaked gifts.
Pecan Tassies
I love these cookies! Not too many people I know even know what they are. When I was young, my Grandma's best friend made these for us every Christmas. There was no way I was touching them. They didn't have visible sugar and I could see the nuts. After 18 years of avoiding them, I tried one. Now, they are in my top 5 cookies.
I haven't made them this year, but it is on my list for next week. Along with several other cookies I have been forgetting to make.
Peanut Butter Blosoms
In our house, my husband does not consider it Christmas without his Peanut Butter Blossoms. When I say 'his', I mean the ones I make and he consumes. He will start asking for them around November 1st and I usually get around to making them around December 15th and 5 dozen last 2 days at the most. So, when I lost my recipe the other day, I panicked. It took me quite a while to remember that Hershey's was kind enough to put the recipe on the back of their packaging.
The one improvement I make for my time, is to buy those chocolate stars instead of kisses, but I can't find them this year. I hate peeling all those wrappers. At least the kids are old enough to help peel now. I wish they would sell the kisses unwrapped. Oh well, better start peeling!!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Cookie Tin
Who could forget the cookie tin. This is so traditional with Christmas Cookies, that you know that someone is bringing you treats in one of these. I save mine every year and reuse them. Some get cookies in them next year, and others are used for packaging Christmas decorations for the next year.
Cookie Jars as Gift Box
If you want to give a little more than cookies, try giving someone cookies in a cookie jar. This gift would be perfect for someone moving into their first place, newly weds, or anyone if you give a Christmas themed jar. Always have fun with your packaging.
Boxes Of Cookies
A box tied with a bow is a perfect way to package your cookies. The nice thing about these boxes, is they look like a gift bag. The treats inside would have to be small, but this is perfect when you want to give a little treat to someone.
Cookie Boxes
For packaging cookies, I think these boxes are perfect. The boxes are simple, but the little embellishments make them look more like a gift.
Packaging a Cookie Bouquet.
One great thing about this bouquet it that it is sealed from the weather. Another thing I like is that is should travel well. With a nice flat bottom to the basket, it should not tip over in transit. I am going to try and post several packaging ideas this week, so keep checking back.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Christmas Tree Cookies
I made these for a family party, but my son took all 6 dozen to class by accident and shared with his friends!!!! Better start baking.
Cookie Creations Group on Flickr
Take a look at the link and join in the discussion. Hope to see you on this blog soon!
Cookie Creation Blog Carnival
Welcome to the December 9, 2007 edition of cookie creations.
I love to bake and eat sweet treats, but so do others. Here are some ideas and interesting stories from other bloggers about their sweet treats.
Cookies
The Career Counselor presents Holiday Season: Simple Ways to Increase Morale and Happiness at Your Office posted at ask the CareerCounselor, saying, "Thanks for writing in with such a fun question. I’m thrilled you’re taking the initiative to increase morale and happiness at your workplace. Between business deadlines, social events, and family affairs it’s often hard to find the time to celebrate with your colleagues. To life spirits at your office, here are a few quick and easy ideas that offer a lot of smiles for very little time or expense."
Christmas Cookies
Kelly presents Christmas Cookies and Crazy Rantings posted at {the ringpop bride}.
Sagar presents World?s Best Chocolate: A Chocoholics Travel Guide posted at Travelhacker.
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Friday, December 7, 2007
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Snowman Winter Scene Cookie
Monday, December 3, 2007
Molasses Cookies
Ingredients
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
4 tbsp. molasses
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
In a bowl, creme shortening and sugar. Add in egg, molasses, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Finally, add flour. Refrigerate at least 4 hours. Roll into 1" balls. Roll balls in sugar and place on a cookie sheet. Flatten with fingers and bake in a 350 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven, and place cookies on a cooling rack or counter until cool.
The Pink Cupcake Gingerbread House
I want to make a Gingerbread house this year, but I don't think the kids would leave this one alone for a second. The frosting would have several finger prints the first time I leave the room.