Hawaiian Chocolate Chip CookiesYield: 36 large cookies1 cup butter flavored shortening3/4 cup granulated sugar3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1

Hot Dog CookiesTaste of Home`s Quick Cooking, July/August 2000Makes 16.1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup confectioners` sugar 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla extractRed and green food coloring 3 tablespoons flaked coconutYellow decorator`s f

Frosted Peanut Butter Brittle Cookies1 cup crushed homemade or store bought peanut brittle1/2 cup butter flavor solid vegetable shortening 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1 tablespoon milk 1 egg 1 1

Island Jewels1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups flaked, unsweetened coconut 1/2 cup toasted, chopped, unsalted macadamia nuts 3/4 cup exotic fruit jelly

Elephant Ears1 envelope yeast1/3 cup warm water1 cup butter2 cups flourGranulated sugarColored sugarDissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand.Mix butter and flour. Add yeast. Blend well; put in refrigerator to cool. Sprinkle sugar on wax paper. Take small

Elephant Ears1 envelope active dry yeast1 cup warm water1 cup warm milk3 tablespoons granulated sugar1 tablespoon salt3 tablespoons shortening4 to 4 1/2 cups flourOil for deep fryingSugar and cinnamon, mixed (for topping)In large bowl, combine yeast

Ginger Snaps1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1 cup unsalted butter1/4 cup molasses1 large egg2 1/4 cups flour1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger4 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.Mix sug

Dishpan Cookies2 cups butter2 cups granulated sugar2 cups packed dark brown sugar4 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all purpose flour5 cups rolled oats1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda5 cups semisweet chocolate ch

Easy Whoopie Pies2 cups unsifted flour1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg1/3 cup vegetable oil1 cup granulated sugarPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.Combine flour, co

Graham Cracker Crackle CookiesSource: Bob Bowersox, QVCAccording to Bob Bowersox, when baked, these cookies are reminiscent of s`mores heated over a campfire, but a lot easier to eat!1 large egg white1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1 1/4 cups confectioners` sugar2 t

Eggnog Snickerdoodles2 3/4 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1 cup butter (NO SUBSTITUTES)2 eggs2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon brandy extract3/4 teaspoon rum extract1/2 cup granulated sugar

Eggnog Thumbprints1/3 cup granulated sugar1 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 egg yolks2 1/4 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powderIn a medium bowl, cream sugar, butter, vanilla extract and egg yolks until light and fluffy. Lightly spoon flour into me

Death By Peanut Butter Cookies1/2 cup butter1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar1 1/4 cups all purpose flour1 egg1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltMix the first three ingre

Apricot Balls1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) dried apricots, ground 2 cups moist shredded coconut 2/3 cup Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milkConfectioners` sugarIn large mixing bowl mix together apricots and coconut. Stir in sweetened condensed milk. Shape into small balls and

Apricot Nut Balls2/3 cup butter 1/2 cup apricot preserves 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice 3/4 cup shredded coconut 2 cups quick cooking oatsFinely ground nutsBeat butter until creamy. Add apricot preserves and lemon juice. Stir in coconut and oats. Shape into balls an

April Fool Cookies6 ounces milk chocolate chips1/4 bar (1 ounce) paraffin1 small jar peanut butter20 saltine soda crackersSpread peanut butter between two saltines. Using tongs, dip into melted chocolate and paraffin and cover all. Set on wax paper. To harden faster, p

Krispies Peanut Butter Marshmallow Cookies1 package white candy coating2 to 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal2 to 3 cups miniature marshmallows2 cups Captain Crunch Peanut Butter cereal 2 cup salted nutsMelt the white candy coating in a large glass bowl in the microwave

Mud Pies2 cups granulated sugar 6 tablespoons cocoa 1/2 cup butter1/2 milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded coconut3 cups instant oatsCombine sugar, cocoa, butter and milk in saucepan, bring to a boil. Add vanilla extract. Remove from heat and stir

No Cook Peanut Butter Puff Bars1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 1/2 cups peanut butter 4 1/2 cups chocolate flavored puffed corn cereal 2 ounces chocolate flavored candy coating, melted, or 1/2 cup    semisweet chocola

Peanut Butter Butterscotch Bars2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 cups miniature marshmallows3/4 pound butterscotch chips3 tablespoons peanut butter1/2 cup chopped pecans o

Cookie Press (Spritz) Cookies2 1/4 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup granulated sugar1 cup butter2 egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extractSift flour and salt. Cream sugar and butter. Add egg yolks and extract. Stir into flour mixture. Chill.

German Spritz1 cup butter2/3 cup granulated sugar3 egg yolks1 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flourUse a cookie press for shapes. Bake 7 minutes at 400 degrees F.

Buttery Spritz CookiesYou need a cookie press to make these cookies.1 cup confectioners` sugar1 cup butter or margarine, softened1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 1/3 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltPreheat oven to 40

Ultimate Extra Tender Press Cookies1/2 cup cornstarch3/4 cup confectioners` sugar1 3/8 cups sifted flour3/4 cup unsalted butter or margarineSift dry ingredients together. Mix butter into dry ingredients above until soft dough forms.Fill cookie press with dough,

Cookie Press Cookies1/2 cup butter1/2 cup shortening1 cup granulated sugar3 eggs1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract*Food coloring, if desired3 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons cream of tarter* You can substitute almond, rum or

Cinnamon Blossoms1 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 60 chocolate chipsPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F.In a large bowl,

Cookie Press Cookies1 cup butter3/4 cup granulated sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups sifted all purpose flourCream butter, adding sugar gradually; beat until light. Add egg and flavoring; mix well. Add sif

Cream Cheese Cookie Press Cookies1 cup butter3 ounces cream cheese1 cup granulated sugar1 egg yolk2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1/4 teaspoon lemon extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon saltBeat butter and cream cheese well. Add remaining ingredien

Cream Cheese SpritzSource: Philadelphia Brand Cream Cheese8 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup margarine2/3 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/4 cups all purpose flourCombine cream cheese, margarine, sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until wel

Spritz Butter Cookies1 pound butter1 cup granulated sugar4 cups all purpose flour4 egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extractFood color (optional)Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Cream sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract and butter. VERY slowly add flour. Mix well.

Spritz Cookies1 1/2 cups butter, softened4 cups all purpose flour1 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring1 egg2 tablespoons milkFood coloring (optional)Colored sugar (optional)Chopped nut

Chocolate Spritz Cookies1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup granulated sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/4 cups all purpose flour1/3 cup Hershey`s� Cocoa1/2 teaspoon saltPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cream butter and sugar in large mixing bowl until light

Lemon Straws1 cup butter3 ounces cream cheese1 cup granulated sugar1 egg, beaten1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon rindFew drops yellow food coloring2 1/2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon baking powderBlend together butter and cream cheese; ad

Cheddar Shortbread1 cup butter1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups whole wheat or white flour1 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon cayenneSesame seedsPreheat oven to 375 to 400 degrees F. Grease a cookie sheet.In large bowl, cream butter, cheese, flour

Ginger Shortbread1 1/2 cups sifted all purpose flour1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 tablespoon heavy creamPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.Sift flour, ginger and salt together; set aside.Cream

Jam Shortbread1 (18.25 ounce) box buttery cake mix1/4 cup butter, softened1 egg1 (10 to 12 ounce) jar apricot preservesuGlaze/u1/2 cup confectioners` sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 1/2 teaspoons waterPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and f

Maple Syrup ShortbreaduShortbread/u1/2 cup unsalted butter1/4 cup granulated sugar1 cup all purpose flourPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9 inch square pan.Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and mix until just blended. Pat into b

Meltaway Shortbread1/2 cup (1 stick) butter1/2 cup vegetable shortening3 tablespoons granulated sugar2 scant cups all purpose flour1 cup flaked coconutCream together. Roll into two rolls. Wrap in wax paper and chill until you can slice them neatly, about 1 to 1 1/2

Raspberry Shortbread2 cups all purpose flour6 tablespoons granulated sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch3/4 cup butter3 squares semisweet chocolate, meltedCombine flour, sugar and cornstarch; cut in butter until crumbly. Shape into ball; knead 4 minutes. Divide in half;

Coconut Shortbread1 3/4 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup granulated sugar1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup flaked coconut6 ounces semisweet chocolate,    melted with 2 teaspo