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Grandma's Italian Pizzelle Cookies

Grandma's Italian Pizzelle Cookies

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. 2 Beat eggs, sugar, and butter together using an electric mixer. Add flour and extracts; beat until combined.
  3. 3 Spray the inside of iron lightly with cooking spray.
  4. 4 Drop batter by teaspoonfuls into the center of each pizzelle grid. Close lid and bake until steam stops and cookies are light golden brown, 45 to 60 seconds.
  5. 5 Peel pizzelle off using a fork and lay flat on a newspaper. Sprinkle with powdered sugar while warm and let sit for 1 minute. Dust the other side. Repeat with remaining batter to make about 30 cookies.

By Elaine K

Italian Lemon Coffee Cake

Italian Lemon Coffee Cake

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 6-cup (7 ½x3-inch) fluted tube pan (such as Bundt). Sprinkle almonds evenly around the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
  2. 2 Beat sugar and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Beat in oil, ¼ cup lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Gradually beat in flour until incorporated. Add Lievito; beat until combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 28 to 30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes; run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen. Place cake in the freezer for 20 minutes. Remove from the freezer; invert cake onto a serving platter.
  4. 4 Combine confectioners' sugar and 1½ teaspoons lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Transfer glaze to a small resealable bag; snip one corner of the bag. Drizzle glaze over top of cake.

By Kim's Cooking Now

Italian Olive Oil Cake

Italian Olive Oil Cake

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Line the bottom of a springform pan with a round piece of parchment paper and generously grease with olive oil. Grease the sides of the pan with olive oil as well.
  3. 3 Combine flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl; whisk together until evenly combined.
  4. 4 Combine eggs, sugar, olive oil, milk, honey, and orange zest in a second bowl. Starting slowly at first, whisk together until mixture is smooth. Stir in flour mixture until everything is just mixed together and flour has disappeared. Do not overmix.
  5. 5 Pour batter into the prepared pan and tap pan a few times against the work surface to remove any air bubbles.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until the cake is browned on the surface and a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. Make sure to not overbake.
  7. 7 Transfer cake to a wire rack and allow to cool for 30 minutes. Loosen edge of the cake by running a knife around the sides of the pan. Remove from the pan and allow to cool completely, another 30 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
  8. 8 Serve and enjoy!

By John Mitzewich

Italian Cookies with Sprinkles

Italian Cookies with Sprinkles

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Beat butter and sugar together until creamy. Stir in anise extract and lemon extract. Blend in eggs. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; blend into egg mixture until dough is almost crumbly but stays together when you roll it in your hands.
  3. 3 Form dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar and milk in a bowl. Glaze cooled cookies and top with sprinkles.

By michspad

Sardinian Papassini Cookies

Sardinian Papassini Cookies

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Dilute thawed orange juice concentrate with water.
  3. 3 Cut butter into flour until texture resembles coarse crumbs. Add walnuts, white sugar, raisins, orange juice mixture, orange zest, and salt; mix together with your hands. Add more flour as needed until dough is not sticky.
  4. 4 Roll dough on a floured board into a square shape. Cut into diamond shapes or squares. Arrange on ungreased cookie sheets.
  5. 5 Bake in batches the preheated oven until edges are golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar and milk in a bowl. Frost cookies and add sprinkles.

By Jennifer Santana

Torta Caprese (Italian Flourless Chocolate Torte)

Torta Caprese (Italian Flourless Chocolate Torte)

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease an 8-inch cake pan with butter, and place a round piece of parchment paper in the bottom. Dust the inside and sides with cocoa powder and knock out excess. Set aside.
  2. 2 Place chocolate and butter in a mixing bowl, and place on top of a saucepan filled with 1 inch of water. Place on low heat until the butter and chocolate have melted.
  3. 3 Remove from heat, and stir together with a spatula. Stir in almond meal, cocoa powder, coffee liqueur, salt, and cayenne until fully combined. Set aside.
  4. 4 Combine eggs and sugar in a second bowl, and beat with an electric mixer, or whisk by hand until very thick and pale colored.
  5. 5 Pour chocolate mixture into the egg mixture; fold in gently with a spatula until just combined. Transfer batter into the prepared pan. Tap pan on the counter to settle the mixture.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until a wooden skewer inserted near the center comes out almost clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  7. 7 Let cool for 30 minutes in the pan before turning out onto a plate. Let cool to room temperature, before wrapping and transferring into the fridge to chill before serving.
  8. 8 Before cutting, the top can be dusted with cocoa and/or powdered sugar if desired. Serve with unsweetened whipped cream and fresh raspberries.

By John Mitzewich

Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze

Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Beat sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until blended. Increase speed to high and beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in ricotta cheese, lemon juice, almond extract, lemon zest, and egg on medium speed until well combined. Reduce speed to low. Add flour, baking powder, and salt; beat slowly until a dough forms.
  3. 3 Drop dough about 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are very lightly golden but still soft, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven, transfer to a wire rack, and cool completely before icing, about 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Stir powdered sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl to make a smooth icing. Drizzle icing onto the cookies. Set cookies aside to allow lemon glaze to dry completely.

By thedailygourmet

Lemon Ricotta Cake

Lemon Ricotta Cake

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a tube cake or Bundt pan.
  2. 2 Mix cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl.
  3. 3 Beat sugar and butter with an electric mixer on medium speed in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, and beat until well combined. Beat in ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon extract, and vanilla extract until well blended. Add flour mixture and mix until batter is smooth. Pour batter into the prepared tube pan.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting on a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest together. Add more lemon juice if the glaze is too thick, or more powdered sugar if it's too thin. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

By Yoly

Pastiera di Pasqua (Italian Easter Tart with Ricotta)

Pastiera di Pasqua (Italian Easter Tart with Ricotta)

Prep
30 min
Cook
75 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring wheat grains, milk, butter, and 1/2 of the lemon zest to a simmer in a saucepan over low heat. Simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 11-inch tart pan.
  3. 3 Combine ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, egg yolks, orange flower water, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Mix in remaining lemon zest and candied orange peel. Fold in wheat mixture and mix filling until well combined.
  4. 4 Roll out 1 sheet puff pastry on a lightly floured surface so it will fit into the tart pan. Place pastry in the pan and spoon filling on top. Roll out the second puff pastry sheet and cut into 3/4-inch thick strips. Layer a lattice pattern on top of the filling and brush with beaten egg.
  5. 5 Bake tart in the preheated oven until filling is set and lattice is lightly browned, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and allow to cool inside the tart pan, at least 1 hour.
  6. 6 Carefully unmold tart, transfer onto a cake platter. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

By Allrecipes Member

Italian Four-Layer Coconut Cream Cake

Italian Four-Layer Coconut Cream Cake

4.5

Prep
35 min
Cook
30 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour four 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. 2 Combine sugar, butter, shortening, and egg yolks in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Mix in sifted flour, coconut, buttermilk, walnuts, baking soda, and vanilla extract.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl just until stiff peaks form. Fold into the cake batter. Divide batter among the prepared cake pans.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen. Invert carefully onto a serving plate or cooling rack. Let cool, about 30 minutes.
  5. 5 While the cakes are cooling, combine cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract for the icing in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until combined.
  6. 6 Spread icing on the top of each cake and sprinkle with coconut. Stack cakes to make four layers, inserting toothpicks or wooden skewers vertically to keep the cake together. Spread remaining icing on the top and sides and sprinkle with more coconut.

By FAYLO

Cannoli Cheesecake

Cannoli Cheesecake

4.6

Prep
35 min
Cook
115 min
Total
420 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make the crust: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly spray paper and sides of the pan with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Stir graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon together in a medium bowl until well combined. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until lightly toasted and firm, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  4. 4 Let crust cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes, then wrap the outsides of the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  5. 5 Make the filling: Beat ricotta, mascarpone, sugar, and flour together in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on low speed until smooth, scraping down the sides with a spatula as needed. Mix in vanilla, cinnamon, and lemon zest on low speed until combined, about 30 seconds. Add eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed until well combined.
  6. 6 Pour batter into the prepared crust. Place the springform pan in a large baking dish, then carefully fill the baking dish halfway with water.
  7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly, 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. Turn the oven off, crack the door open slightly, and let cheesecake cool slowly, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven; transfer the springform pan to a wire rack and remove the foil.
  8. 8 Chill cheesecake, uncovered, in the refrigerator until completely firm, at least 4 hours, then carefully remove the springform pan.
  9. 9 Make the topping: Beat cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla together in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment on medium-low speed until well combined, about 1 minute. Continue beating on high speed until stiff peaks develop, about 1 minute.
  10. 10 Spread topping over cheesecake, then sprinkle with chocolate chips.

By John Somerall

Italian Christmas Cream Cake

Italian Christmas Cream Cake

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Spread coconut flakes thinly over a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high until lightly browned, stirring every 30 seconds, 2 to 3 minutes total.
  3. 3 Place coconut in a blender and grind into a fine powder.
  4. 4 Combine coconut powder, buttermilk, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Combine cake flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
  5. 5 Beat sugar, butter, and shortening until fluffy.
  6. 6 Add eggs, one at a time.
  7. 7 Add flour mixture alternately with coconut-buttermilk mixture, mixing between additions. Mix in pecans.
  8. 8 Divide batter between the pans.
  9. 9 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, 28 to 32 minutes. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes.
  10. 10 Remove cakes from pans and cool on wire racks, at least 20 minutes.
  11. 11 Meanwhile, beat powdered sugar and butter until fluffy. Mix in cream of coconut, vanilla extract, and salt. Add cream cheese; beat until well combined.
  12. 12 Place 1 cooled cake on a serving platter and spread frosting all over.
  13. 13 Place the other cake on top; coat with remaining frosting.
  14. 14 Press remaining pecans around and on top of the cake to garnish.

By Yoly

Italian Fig Cookies (Cuccidati)

Italian Fig Cookies (Cuccidati)

4.9

Prep
60 min
Cook
25 min
Total
585 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 To make the filling: Working in two batches with ½ of the figs and ½ of the dates at a time, pulse dried fruit in a food processor until finely chopped; transfer to a bowl.
  3. 3 Use a vegetable peeler to peel orange zest into the empty food processor. Juice the orange until you have 3 tablespoons juice; add it to the food processor. Add raisins, pecans, honey, brandy, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg and process until finely mixed.
  4. 4 Add fig mixture and process until well combined, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed to reach a thick consistency. Refrigerate filling for 8 hours to overnight.
  5. 5 To make the dough: Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a food processor and process for 5 seconds to combine. Add butter and shortening and pulse until crumbly. Add milk, egg, vanilla, and almond extract and process until a dough forms.
  6. 6 Turn dough onto a well-floured surface and knead until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
  7. 7 When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Turn dough onto a floured surface and cut into 4 pieces. Roll one piece into a 4x12-inch rectangle, about 1/8-inch thick. Trim off any excess to form straight edges and save to make more cookies.
  8. 8 Place about ¼ of the filling in a 1-inch log shape down the rectangle, just to the right of the center line. Dampen the edges of the dough with water and fold the right edge over the filling. Continue rolling the dough toward the left edge, then rock back and forth gently to stretch and seal the edges. Cut the log into 2 ½- to 3-inch pieces. Make 2 or 3 slits in the top of each cookie to allow steam to escape. Transfer to prepared baking sheet; repeat with remaining dough and filling.
  9. 9 Bake in batches in the preheated oven until golden on the bottom and cooked through, 12 to 14 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  10. 10 Meanwhile, prepare the icing: Whisk powdered sugar and milk together in a bowl until smooth. Divide icing into thirds in 3 small bowls. Color one bowl with red food coloring to make pink icing, color another bowl with green food coloring to make green icing, and leave the remaining icing white.
  11. 11 Dip each cooled cookie into a different color icing and allow excess to drip off. Place iced cookies on parchment paper and decorate lightly with sprinkles. Allow to dry for at least 20 minutes before serving.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Chocolate-Filled Crescents

Chocolate-Filled Crescents

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Separate dough into 8 triangles.
  2. 2 Place tablespoon of chocolate chips on wide end of each triangle. Roll up, starting at shortest side of triangle, rolling to opposite point. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. 3 Bake at 350 degrees F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

By Pillsbury

Creamy Lemonade Soft-Serve Ice Cream

Creamy Lemonade Soft-Serve Ice Cream

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
250 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Stir in lemonade concentrate and confectioners' sugar until well combined.
  2. 2 Transfer cream-lemon mixture to a freezer-safe bowl; freeze until solid, 4 hours to overnight.

By Yoly

Coffee Butter Frosting

Coffee Butter Frosting

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk powdered sugar and cocoa powder together in a bowl.
  2. 2 Beat butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar mixture, beating well after each addition and scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl occasionally. Add coffee and beat until smooth.

By GINGER P

Peanut Butter Microwave Fudge

Peanut Butter Microwave Fudge

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking dish with parchment or waxed paper.
  2. 2 Place peanut butter and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at high power in 30-second intervals until melted and thoroughly combined, stirring after each interval. Cool mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in confectioners' sugar, ½ cup at a time, until well incorporated. Press mixture into the prepared dish; place in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2 hours to overnight for a firmer fudge.

By BooBooBear

Chocolate Mousse with Cocoa Powder

Chocolate Mousse with Cocoa Powder

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and cocoa powder in a large chilled bowl. Beat with an electric mixer with chilled beaters until stiff peaks form; set aside.
  2. 2 Beat whipped cream cheese in a separate bowl until soft. Add 2 tablespoons powdered sugar gradually and beat until well combined. Mix in almond extract and beat until well incorporated. Fold the cream cheese mixture into the chocolate whipped cream until both are completely blended.
  3. 3 Spoon or pipe mousse into small serving dishes. Top with grated chocolate.

By lutzflcat

Bake-Sale-Worthy Lemon Bars

Bake-Sale-Worthy Lemon Bars

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. 2 Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, and butter in a bowl. Pat dough into the prepared pan to form a crust.
  3. 3 Bake crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and leave oven on.
  4. 4 Whisk white sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons flour together in a bowl and pour filling over crust.
  5. 5 Bake in the hot oven until set, 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove from oven and cool completely, about 30 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and cut into 16 bars.

By Brandi Gilbertson

Chocolate Banana Sorbet

Chocolate Banana Sorbet

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine bananas, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant coffee in a powerful blender such as a Vitamix®. Using the tamper, blend until all ingredients are incorporated. Serve immediately or freeze in a freezer-safe container for 3 hours for a firmer texture.

By Yoly

Fresh Pears with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Dip

Fresh Pears with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Dip

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice pears in half and remove seeds with a melon baller. Cut into 1/8-inch slices (if pears are firm) or 1/4-inch slices (if pears are softer).
  2. 2 Combine cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, and cinnamon in a stand mixer; beat until smooth and creamy. Serve alongside pear slices.

By dawn

Easy Rum Balls

Easy Rum Balls

2.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
505 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and rum; mix until well combined. Beat in melted chocolate.
  3. 3 Roll mixture into small balls and roll in chopped nuts. Refrigerate until firm.

By Libbie Remmel

Oreo® Cheesecake Truffles

Oreo® Cheesecake Truffles

4.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place 36 sandwich cookies in a food processor.
  2. 2 If you'd like to decorate the finished truffles with cookie crumbs, discard the filling from any remaining cookies and place the wafers in a small resealable bag. Crush with a rolling pin and set aside until needed.
  3. 3 Pulse the cookies in the food processor until they become fine crumbs. Add cream cheese and powdered sugar; process until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. 4 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. 5 Remove cookie mixture from the refrigerator and roll into forty-eight 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. 6 Toward the end of the chilling time, place candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove balls from the refrigerator and dip, one at a time, into the melted chocolate. Shake off any excess and place back on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle reserved cookie crumbs and/or candy sprinkles over truffles while chocolate is still wet.
  8. 8 Place truffles in the refrigerator until coating is set, about 15 minutes.

By fabeveryday

Easy Whipped Peanut Butter Pie

Easy Whipped Peanut Butter Pie

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until creamy. Mix in peanut butter until incorporated. Add whipped topping and mix until fluffy.
  2. 2 Pour mixture into the pie crust. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  3. 3 When ready to serve, remove pie from the freezer and let thaw for 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and serve.

By whodatlauren

Apricot Crescent Cookies

Apricot Crescent Cookies

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
235 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Blend butter, cream cheese, and sour cream together in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Stir in flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and salt until well blended.
  3. 3 Wrap dough in waxed paper and chill until firm enough to roll, at least 3 hours, or overnight.
  4. 4 Divide dough into thirds. Keep dough in the refrigerator while working on one portion at a time. Roll each portion into a 12 1/2x10-inch rectangle. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares using a fluted pastry wheel.
  5. 5 Place a dot, about 1/4 teaspoon, of preserves in the center of each square. Bring up two diagonal corners to the center, pinching together to seal, or secure with a toothpick. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until firm, but not brown, about 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool, 8 to 10 minutes more. Sift remaining powdered sugar over the cooled cookies.

By SER

Grandma's Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

Grandma's Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Sift sugar through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl.
  2. 2 Heat butter and peanut butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine and cook until bubbles appear on the edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in salt and vanilla extract. Pour over powdered sugar in the bowl. Mix together using a spatula until smooth.
  3. 3 Spread mixture into an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with plastic wrap. Wrap fully and refrigerate until firm enough to cut but not too hard, 1 to 3 hours.
  4. 4 Unwrap fudge and cut into small cubes. Let warm up on the counter before cutting if needed.

By John Mitzewich

Shortbread Pecan Cookies

Shortbread Pecan Cookies

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine butter, cream cheese, and sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Add flour and mix until combined.
  3. 3 Roll dough into 1-inch balls and set on ungreased baking sheets.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on bottom, 10 to 13 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool, 8 to 10 minutes more. Place one pecan half on top of each cookie and dust lightly with powdered sugar.

By Christa Hardin

Oreo Cookies and Cream Dessert

Oreo Cookies and Cream Dessert

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and butter in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add milk and vanilla pudding mix and beat until well combined and all lumps are gone. Fold in whipped topping.
  2. 2 Distribute 1/2 of the chocolate sandwich cookies on the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish. Cover with the pudding mixture and top with remaining cookie chunks. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.

By Paola Madias