A moist, sweet pumpkin quick bread with cinnamon and nutmeg Yield: 2 loaves Ingredients: 3 cups sugar1 cup oil3 eggs2/3 cup water2 cups pumpkin (or one, 15-ounce can)1 cup chopped nuts, optional3 cups flour2 teaspoons cinnamon1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon nutmeg2 teaspoons baking soda1 tablespoon baking powder Instructions: 1. In… Read more »
A layer of creamy sweet peanut butter topped with a layer of chocolate, remniscent of Reese’s peanut butter cups Yield: 24 squares Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter2 cups creamy peanut butter*1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs3 cups powdered (confectioner’s) sugar1/2 cup (1 stick) butter (in addition to butter listed… Read more »
Quick and simple buttery bread sticks — garlic or cinnamon recipe variations included! Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine1 tablespoon oil3 cups flour (I use part whole wheat, part unbleached)1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon baking powder3/4-1 cup milk **See additional notes for ingredients and instructions to… Read more »
A soft cookie squares made with whole wheat, rolled oats, cinnamon, and honey Yield: 48 squares Ingredients: 6 cups whole wheat flour1 1/2 cups rolled oats1 cup (packed) brown sugar2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons baking soda3 tablespoons ground cinnamon3/4 cup honey1 1/2 cups oil1 cup cold water Instructions: 1. In a… Read more »
Slices of bread drenched in spiced egg, toasted and served with a cinnamon apple topping Yield: 8 slices with topping (about 4 servings) Ingredients: Apple topping: 4 cups sliced peeled cooking apples (about 3 large apples)1 1/2 cup water, divided1 cup sugar*1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon cinnamon3 tablespoons cornstarch or Clear… Read more »
Dark and spicy, these sweet chewy cookies are bursting with flavor! Yield: 3 dozen Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar1 egg2 1/4 cups flour2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup molasses1 teaspoon cinnamon3/4 teaspoon cloves3/4 teaspoon ginger1 cup raisins Instructions: 1. Cream butter, sugar, and… Read more »
A sweet chewy cookie with crisp rice cereal and flaked coconut Yield: 2 dozen Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup crisp rice cereal1 cup flaked unsweetened coconut Instructions: 1. In mixing bowl, cream… Read more »
Crunchy caramel-covered matzo squares drizzled with melted chocolate and sprinkled with nuts Yield: 12 servings Ingredients: 6 matzo squares1 cup (2 sticks) butter1 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 cup (or more) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunksOptional: Chopped sliced nuts (almonds, peanuts, etc.) and melted chocolate for drizzling Instructions: 1. Line… Read more »
A flaky crescent pastry with a cinnamon and cream cheese filling and icing glaze Yield: 36 small pastries Ingredients: 2 cups sifted flour1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butter1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup powdered (confectioner’s) sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Icing Ingredients: 1… Read more »
A fluffy creamy vanilla-cinnamon dip for apple slices Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup brown sugar (I use dark brown sugar)1-2 teaspoons cinnamon (I like lots!)1 teaspoon vanilla extractFresh apple slices from about 6 apples, for serving Instructions: 1. Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl and… Read more »
