Tag: Christmas

  • Welcome to December

    Welcome to December

  • Pistachio Cardamom Shortbread Cookies

    Pistachio Cardamom Shortbread Cookies

    Very easy to make. I might consider using regular flour next time. Or almond flour. I used whole wheat. Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1 1/4 cup whole spelt (or whole wheat) flour 1/2 cup icing sugar 1/2 cup ground pistachios 1 tsp. ground cardamom 1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios for…

  • Dried-Fruit Fruitcake

    Dried-Fruit Fruitcake

    I am not joking. Oh, I know, people always joke about The Fruitcake. I have made this every Christmas for the past three years and it is absolutely delicious! Trust me. You’ll love its sweet taste! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup butter 3/4 cup…

  • Chocolate Chipotle Christmas Cookies

    Chocolate Chipotle Christmas Cookies

    I am busy making cookies for Christmas. These are so delicious! Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted 3/4 teaspoons cinnamon, ground 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/8 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground 1/4 teaspoons dried chipotle pepper, ground (can substitute one-eighth teaspoon cayenne or smoked paprika) 6 ounces unsalted butter, softened…