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Peppermint Mocha Brownies – 24 Days of Cookies

Peppermint Mocha Brownies – 24 Days of Cookies

These rich chocolate brownies have just the right amount of subtle mint flavor. The instant coffee in the batter makes them taste decadent. The simple chocolate glaze adds richness and ties together the coffee and the mint flavors.

Kahlua Pecan Fudge – 24 days of Cookies (and Candy)

Kahlua Pecan Fudge – 24 days of Cookies (and Candy)

This is my go-to fudge recipe.  There are easier 5 minute or microwave fudge recipes out there but this one has never failed me.  It has a wonderfully smooth texture and rich flavor.   You may substitute Baileys or some other liqueur if you prefer.   The chocolate/marshmallow 

Gingerbread Bars – 24 Days of Cookies

Gingerbread Bars – 24 Days of Cookies

So I walked in the house this evening knowing I needed to write this post.  I was tired and I had a long day.  As I entered a dark kitchen, I can hear glass crunching under my feet, never a good sign.  I flipped the 

Soft Pumpkin Cookies – 24 Days of Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Cookies – 24 Days of Cookies

My daughter Ashley is pumpkin obsessed.  She loves anything pumpkin.  These soft, fluffy pumpkin cookies are for her.  They are unbelievably moist and fluffy with a brown sugar icing.  I made them a little too big, they would be better a little smaller and almost bite 

Hot Cocoa Cookies – 24 Days of Christmas

Hot Cocoa Cookies – 24 Days of Christmas

These rich chocolate hot cocoa cookies have become one of my daughters’ favorites.  It was the first cookie they asked me to make this year.  They are best fresh out of the oven and slightly warm.  My brilliant daughter, however, warms them up in the 

Advent Calendars to Countdown to Christmas

Advent Calendars to Countdown to Christmas

I love a good advent calendar.  The girls would love counting down to Christmas when they were smaller.  I would make my own advent calendar or Christmas countdown with small bags or boxes.   Check out my Advent Calendar Pinterest Board for some cute homemade calendar