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The 2009 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
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Quick Apple Crumble
Indulge your sweet tooth with this quick-baking classic
The Sneaky Chef: Monkey Bars
This dessert treat sneaks in baby food -- only you'll know how healthy it is!
The Sneaky Chef: Peanut Butter Blondies
This dessert treat sneaks in baby food -- only you'll know how healthy it is!
The Sneaky Chef: Racy Chocolate Rice Pudding
This dessert treat sneaks in baby food -- only you'll know how healthy it is!
The Sneaky Chef: Icy Hot Chocolate
Your kids will never guess this delicious dessert contains wheat germ.
The Sneaky Chef: Sneaky "Bonbons"
This dessert treat sneaks in baby food -- only you'll know how healthy it is!
The Sneaky Chef: Fresh Cherry Slushy
This refreshing drink contains 2 cups of cherries.
Cookie Recipe: Pumpkin Butterscotch Chip
These moist and delicious cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Acorn Carmelitas
These crispy, caramel-dipped cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Almond Orange Cookie
These zesty alternatives to peanut butter cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Naughty or Nice Pumpkin Spice
These spiced-up fall favorites were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Sumo Sweeties
An elegant, sesame-sprinkled cookie with a kick of wasabi -- and the winner of our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza!
Cookie Recipe: Ginger Almond Devils
These devils food cake cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Chewy Chunky Monkey Cookie
These cookies packed with chocolate and banana chips were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Hot Plate Cookie
These easy stove-top cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Peppermint Pattie Cookie
These cool mint and chocolate cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Movie Night Cookie
These fun, popcorn-topped cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: That's A Lotsa Pasta
These cookies that look like mini-piles of spaghetti were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Bunny Bliss Whoopies
These carrot cookie sandwiches were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Tropical Meltaways
Chock-full of sunny ingredients, these cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Walnut Crackles
These nutty, sugar dusted cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cookie Recipe: Whole Wheat Sugar Cookie
A healthier version of a classic, these cookies were a finalist in our 2008 Cookie Bake-Off Bonanza
Cocoa Drop Cookie Recipe
A cookie recipe from Food Network's Alex Guarnaschelli
Chocolate Shortbread Recipe
A cookie recipe from Food Network's Alex Guarnaschelli
Coconut Pecan Macaroon Recipe
A cookie recipe from Food Network's Alex Guarnaschelli
S'mookies
A yummy combination of marshmallow, chocolate and peanut butter makes these better than cookies -- they're s'mookies!
Cranberry-Orange Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal cookies with a refreshing citrus twist
Million-Dollar Caramel Cookies
Kids and adults will love the chewy candy surprise inside these tasty treats
Cranberry-Nut Crunch Cookies
Chock-full of goodies, these cookies are sure to please
Norwegian Forest Cookies
Cardamom spices up a classic cookie recipe
Holiday Baking Made Easy
Lauren Chattman, author of Mom's Big Book of Baking and a mom of two, offers sanity-saving tips
Frankentreats Recipe
Doctor up your rice krispies treats in a flash with these kid-pleasing snack
Stained-Glass Butter Cookies
Start the baking season off by trying this yummy kid-friendly treat from the author of Mom's Big Book of Baking and mom of...
Rich Cream Cheese Tart Dough
Start the baking season off by trying this yummy kid-friendly treat from the author of Mom's Big Book of Baking and mom of...
Rustic Apple Tart with Rich Cream Cheese Crust
Start the baking season off by trying this yummy kid-friendly treat from the author of Mom's Big Book of Baking and mom of...
Rolled Gingerbread Cookies
Start the baking season off by trying this yummy kid-friendly treat from the author of Mom's Big Book of Baking and mom of...
Mom's Big Book of Baking Recipes
6 delicious recipes from Lauren Chattman's book
Frankentreats Recipe
Doctor up your rice krispies treats in a flash with these kid-pleasing desserts
Peachy Muffin-Cakes
Kids can help by mixing the batter and spooning jam onto the cakes
Lemony Snickets
Cool cookies thoroughly or frosting won't harden properly
Chocolate Snowballs
No-Fuss Holiday Cookie Gifts, Dec/Jan 2007
Million Dollar Cookies
A chewy chocolate cookie with toffee topping hiding a golden caramel filling
Fudge Raiumbas
A Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
A yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Marilyn's Soft White Cookies
Kids can help decorate these simple and versatile cookies
Cranberry Nut Crunch Cookies
Kids can help making these goof-proof cookies
Gooey Butter Cookies
A yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Creme de Menthe Cookies
A Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Carrot Cake Cookies
A yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
The Best Chocolate Chip, Walnut, and Oatmeal Cookies
A yummy Cookie Countdown Contest article
S'mookies
The classic campfire s'mores combination of chocolate and marshmallow without the need for a fire
Fruitcake Cookies
A yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Strange Cookies
Enjoy these yummy cookies from our Cookie Countdown Contest
Christmas Hugs
This quick and easy-to-make salty-chocolatey combination is a classic
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
These cookies make great gifts
Oatmeal Carrot Cake Cookies
These cookies are a great way to sneak in some veggies
Chewy Molasses Oatmeal Cookies
Enjoy this yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Cookies
Enjoy this yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Healthy Coconut Cranberry Cookies
Enjoy this Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Snowball Cookies
Enjoy this Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Pineapple-Cherry Bars
Enjoy these yummy cookies from our Cookie Countdown Contest
Unbaked Cookies
Enjoy this yummy Cookie Countdown Contest entry
Eye-Scream Sweets
Creepy, easy-to-make snacks that are a treat to eat
Strawberry pizza
Assemble with store-bought sugar cookies if time is short
Banana S'mores
Sweet grilled bananas mean you won't miss the marshmallows.
Hot Chocolate Dip
This dessert sauce is yummy with any fruit or over ice cream.
Better-for-You Brownies
Use any brownie mix you like; these come out moist and delicious!
Edible Ornaments
Start with store-bought dough, add a few extras, and wrap 'em up to give (or just enjoy!)
Giant Black Widow
Kids will love to make -- and eat -- this frightfully good snack
White-Chocolate Ghosts
Twinkies covered in white chocolate create a sinfully good dessert
Icy Witch
Kids will love making -- and eating -- these frightfully good snacks!
Frightful Fingers
This recipe is a great Halloween party treat for kids. Takes just 15 minutes of prep time.
Friendly Ghosts
This meringue recipe is a great Halloween party treat for kids. Takes just 10 minutes of prep time.
Surprise Brownies
A cookie and a caramel makes these brownies extra yummy
Walnut Cookies
The nutty flavor is just strong enough in this cookie
Make-Ahead Meal
An easy, wintry menu for a holiday party
Cookie Time
These holiday delights are easy to make, fun to eat, and perfect for sharing with family and friends
Choco-Caramel Critters
A quick and tasty way to create your own creepy crawlers
Snake Bites
Use any food coloring you like to create these chewy snakes
Ghostly Guzzle
Kids will declare this rich shake nice and slimy! It's like dessert in a cup -- perfect for slurping
Bakeable Goodies
Bakeable Goodies
Stained-Glass Cookies
Gem-like confections shimmer and shine
Nutty Delight
Guests will go nuts for crunchy toasted almonds
Edible Ornaments
Pretty to look at, and pretty good to eat
Chocolate Sandwiches
Satisfies even the strongest sweet tooth
Magic Wands
Cast a spell with this sweet and salty treat
Instant Holiday-Cookie Kit
Give a cookie-making party in a box
Vanilla Icing
The perfect finishing touch for almost any cookie
Candy Canes
Red and white combine for a sweet 'n striped treat
Mint Hot-Chocolate Cheer
This mix make a yummy antidote to winter's chill
Sweet Snowflakes
Good things still come in small packages
Basic Cookie Dough
This is a good base for many recipes - or tasty on its own!
Toffee Jumbles
This cookie combines the best of the cookie and candy world
Giant Black Widow
Kids will love making -- and eating -- these frightfully good snacks!
Halloween Bonanza!
Halloween Bonanza!
Frozen S'mores
Marshmallow creme and chocolate ice cream are a divine pairing
PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches
Summer Backyard Fun - PB&J Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cupcake Critters
Adorable treats that are easy to make and fun to eat
Walnut cookies
Walnut cookies
Homemade With Love
Sweet, delicious treats to make with your kids — and give to everyone on your list
Ice Cream Black Widows
Whip up this easy Halloween treat — it's so good, it's scary!
Spine-Chilling Sweets
Whip up a few of these easy treats-- they're so good it's scary!
Orange Pops
Who knew making this frozen kid treat was so easy? Go beyond orange juice too: Try apple, grape, cranberry, or a combo.
Red Velvet Volcanoes
There's a surprise inside these treats: marshmallow "lava" erupting from bright-red cake. They're best eaten the day you make...
Season's Eatings
Bake up some scruptious red-and-white sweets together
Cookie Magic: Five-in-One Dough
Bring on the bakers! You can create 5 tempting treats with just one simple dough
Raspberry-Lemon Squares
These bar cookies pack best in layers separated by waxed paper.
Baby Block Cake
This recipe will impress your young party goers.
Caterpillar
A fun recipes for birthday celebrations
My, How You've Grown Cake
What could be more appropriate than a growth chart to mark the milestone of a first birthday? Remember: Remove all decoration...
Chocolate Sour-Cream Cupcakes
If you are planning a large party, double the recipes and bake a sheet cake in addition to the cupcakes. Don't forget to...
How You've Grown! Cake
Make your Baby's First Birthday Cake a Special One
Chocolate Whip
Serve this fluffy whip with fresh fruit or butter cookies, or be totally decadent: Top it with chocolate chips.
Roasted Bananas With Maple Syrup
This is a variation on honeyed bananas, a Chinese dessert. For an extra treat, top with vanilla ice cream.
Chanukah Doughnuts
Foods fried in oil are a Chanukah tradition to commemorate the same miracle that is remembered by lighting the menorah. Inste...
Marshmallow-Peanut Butter Brownies
Make these in a disposable foil tin. The flexibility makes it easier to remove the brownies.
Easy-as-Pie Apples
A delicious take on baked apples. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt.
Chocolate Fondue
Few deserts are as satisfying and fun to make and eat as this fruit, cake, and chocolate treat.
Berry Berry Good
Turn juicy, sun-ripe strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries into simple, family-pleasing desserts
Chocolate Cookie Ice-Cream Cake
Recipe: Chocolate Cookie Ice-Cream Cake
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