Almond Macaroon Slices7 1/2 ounces (1 1/2 cups) blanched almonds 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 egg whites, divided 1/3 cup apricot preserves Sliced almonds (not blanched)Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.Process almonds and sugar until fine and powdery. Ad

Almond Cakes1/2 pound unsalted butter1/2 cup superfine sugar4 egg yolks3 tablespoons cream4 cups pastry flour1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon grated nutmegConfectioners` sugarPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cream butter and sugar. Beat eggs and

Fruity Popcorn Cookies1 cup all purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup melted shortening 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg, well beaten 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup water 1 cup fi

Apricot Cookies4 cups all purpose flour1 medium container cottage cheese1 pound margarineMix butter and margarine, add flour. Refrigerate 3 to 4 hours.Roll out dough on a floured board to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut with pastry cutter into about 1 1/2 inch squares

Fruit Pillows2 cups sifted flour8 ounces salted butter (room temperature)6 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)Raspberry, strawberry, apricot preserves or seedless jamPreheat oven to 425 degrees F.Mix butter and cream cheese with a pastry blender until evenly

Chocolate Pepper Cookies1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (at room temperature)1 3/4 cups granulated sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups sifted flour1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperPinch of cayenne peppe

Elephant Ears1/2 cup granulated sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 (17.25 ounce) package frozen puff pastry dough, thawed1 egg, beatenPreheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray.In a shallow bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon; mix

Almond Sugar CookiesSource: Country Living On LineVegetable oil cooking spray3 cups all purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup granulated sugar6 tablespoons butter, softened6 tablespoons vegetable shortening3 eggs, separated1 1

Cheese Tarts1 cup (2 sticks) butter, at room temperature1 heaping cup grated mild Cheddar cheese2 cups all purpose flourSalt, to taste2 teaspoons half and halfApple jellyMix softened butter and cheese. Sift together flour and salt; add to cheese along with half

Cherry Filled Heart Cookies1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened1/2 cup shortening1 cup granulated sugar1 egg1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 1/2 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltIn a m

Date Sticks3 eggs, well beaten1 cup granulated sugar1 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 tablespoon water1 cup nutmeats1 cup datesMix together well. Spread out in a thin sheet on a jellyroll pan; bake for

Dusty Cookies (Polvorones)2 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup confectioners` sugar1 cup finely chopped pecans12 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)1 large egg1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 ounce semisweet chocolate, choppedPreheat oven to 375 degre

Eggnog Logs1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup granulated sugar1 large egg2 teaspoons rum flavoring3 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon ground nutmegVanilla Frosting3/4 cup chopped pecans, toastedBeat butter at medium speed of electric mixer until soft and crea

Angel Wings5 egg yolks, well beaten5 tablespoons sour cream5 tablespoons granulated sugar1 tablespoon almond extract1/4 teaspoon salt2 1/2 cups all purpose flourCombine all, adding each item in order listed, and more flour, if needed, so that dough is no longer

Cardamom Nuggets3 eggs 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup ground almonds 1 teaspoon cardamom powderPreheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease cookie sheet.Bea

Chuckwagon Cookies7 cups sifted all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon allspice3/4 cup hot water1/4 cup rum or rum flavoring2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups molasses or s

Cream Cheese Cutout Cookies1 cup butter, softened 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash almond extract 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powderIn a bowl, blend butter and cream cheese th

Betty Crocker`s Cream WafersSource: iBetty Crocker`s Ultimate Cookie Book/iThese are beautiful, one bite wonders. And, yes, the recipe is correct: There is no sugar in the actual wafer, though they are dipped in sugar before baking.uWafers/u2 cups all purpose fl

Lemon Sugar CookiesSource: Jean Michaels, iRedbook/i, 19783 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup margarine 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon lemon extractColored sugar or spri

Lime ZingersRoll limes on the counter before squeezing to yield more juice or microwave for 30 seconds.1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons finely shredded lime peel 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/4 cups

Original Girl Scout Cookies1 cup butter or margarine, softened1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powderDecorator`s sugar, optionalIn a mixing bowl, cream butter and suga

Oat CakesThis is a Canadian version of the Scotch favorite. They are delightful served on a dessert tray with cheese.2 cups all purpose flour3/4 cup granulated sugar3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups quick cooking rolled o

Oatcakes1 cup all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon granulated sugar1 1/2 cups quick oats1/2 cup butter or margarine1 egg2 tablespoons waterMix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and oats in a bowl. Cut in the butter unti

Gingerbread Boys1 cup shortening1 cup granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup molasses2 tablespoons white vinegar1 egg, beaten5 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 tablespoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cl

GingiesThese are soft and puffy molasses cookies. Perfect for gingerbread boys!1/3 cup soft shortening1 cup brown sugar, packed1 1/2 cups dark molasses2/3 cup cold water6 cups sifted all purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon alls

Hebrew Cookies1 pound butter1 1/2 cups granulated sugar3 eggs, beaten1 cup whiskey1 quart pecans1 quart all purpose flour8 ounces confectioners� sugar2 teaspoons cinnamonCream butter and sugar. Add beaten eggs. Add whiskey very slowly, stirring constant

Hermits1 cup butter1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1 cup chopped raisins3 eggs3 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon cloves1 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon baking sodaCream butter and sugar well; add raisins and eggs, beating well.Sift dry ingredients and add

Orange Scallop CookiesThis is an old South Georgia recipe. They are a great accompaniment for ice cream or puddings and are very pretty on a platter for receptions or open houses.1 cup butter or margarine1 1/4 cups granulated sugar1 egg1 egg white2 teaspoons grated

Mary Pickford CookiesThese make excellent holiday cookies by cutting into shapes, then frosting with red or green sugar crystals.1 cup granulated sugar1 cup brown sugar1 cup butter or margarine3 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all purpose flour1 teaspo

Old Fashioned Filled Cookies1 teaspoon baking soda7 tablespoons milk2 eggs2 cups brown sugar1 cup soft margarine1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 1/2 cups all purpose flourCanned pie fillingDissolve baking soda in milk. Mix with eggs, brown sugar, margarine a

Philadelphia Sugar CookiesSource: Kraft8 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all purpose flourColored sugarBeat cream cheese, butter, granulated sugar

Raspberry Confections2 1/3 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter 1/2 cup grated almonds 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractRaspberry jam Additional granulated sugarSift together first 3 ingredients. Cut in butter, al

Red Bellied Bears1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1/4 cup molasses1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice3 1/2 to 4 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamonb

Raspberry Hazelnut Wafers1/2 cup butter 1/3 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup ground hazelnuts 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract 1 1/4 cups King Arthur Unbleached All Purpose flour 1 1/2 cups confectioners` sugar 2 teaspoons butter b

Rolled Sugar Cookies1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened1 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltDecorator sugar crystalsBeat butter at medium speed of an electric

Rose Water Sugar Cookies1 cup unsalted butter, softened1 1/2 cups granulated sugar2 eggs4 1/2 cups sifted all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon rose waterSugar (for garnish)In

Rum Cookies1 cup butter or margarine1/4 cup granulated sugar2 cups all purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt3 egg yolks from hardboiled eggs1 lemon rind, grated1/4 cup rum or brandy1 egg whitePecan halvesCinnamon and sugar (for dusting)Mix first seven

Soft Molasses Cookies1 cup Grandma`s� Molasses1/2 cup granulated sugar1 cup thick sour cream1 egg1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ginger1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractFlourMix ingredients in order given, using

Soft Molasses CookiesThis is an old recipe that was used in Louisiana during World War II when sugar was rationed.3 cups sifted all purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teasp

Stained Glass Cookies3/4 cup shortening (part butter or margarine1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltCookie cutters of 2 sizes (the smaller cutters    shoul