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Bar cookies go well beyond the brownie here. Although more traditional drop cookies hold the key to my heart, bar cookie recipes have a special place too. Try one of these ideas they next time you need to bring a sweet to a potluck or bake sale or are just craving a quick sweet bite for yourself.
A crisp almond "meringue" topping and tender but chewy cake make the perfect pair in these Swedish Visiting Cake Bars. In the words of recipe author Dorie Greenspan, "the cake is supremely satisfying", and great with a cup of coffee or tea anytime of day too. Heads up! This post is sponsored by OXO. As always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for considering the brands that support Love & Flour and help make a difference too. One thing I always look forward to in September is ...
Clouds coated the sky all day yesterday. When the sun momentarily started to peek out, I found myself actively rooting for it to stay behind the clouds. Needless to say, it's hot outside. Unfortunately, my sweet tooth does not take a seasonal break like my cravings for warm comfort food. Macaroni and cheese is one of my favorite foods, but I really don't want to think about eating it for another three months. The mulling spices on my spice rack won't get another look until I warm some wine near ...
I recently learned there are those among us who strongly dislike mint paired with chocolate. These are people who enjoy a bite of chocolate and do not hesitate to pick up an after-dinner mint, but put the two together and nope, no can do. On the other hand, I am absolutely delighted by the match. From scoops of bright green mint ice cream dotted with chocolate flecks to the green and brown layers of an Andes mint, I have no argument with the combo. Hence, these minty rocky road ...
Jazz up your marshmallow krispie treats with a cup of white chocolate chips, and then stir in a few sprinkles and pretty pink marshmallows for an easy Valentine's Day treat. Each year as Valentine's Day nears, I sense more animosity than actual cheer. Whether I have a Valentine or not, I am a believer in cheer. You know why? Because after February 14th there is Februray 15th, and February 15th drops chocolate to 50% off. I am ready! For Valentine's Day past, I've baked honey cookies ...
Something wonderful happened. I baked a delicious dessert. Why so delicious? Well, let me count the ways. First, cranberries! But really, the orange zest that compliments the cranberry filling shines through like a bright ray of sunshine. Then there is the chocolate on top. I am a cranberry fan, but I am an even bigger orange-chocolate fan. So cranberries, orange, and chocolate equals win-win-win. Finally, there is the almond crust that provides just the right amount of salty crunch to ...
Secret Recipe Club Monday has rolled around again. I have begun to measure my time by SRC Mondays. It seems like just last week I was winding down from the Fourth of July holiday, and now it is already August. Since I will be absent next month, the next time I write an SRC post it will be October. And that means the blogosphere will be in full-tilt pumpkin mode. But for now, it is still very much summer. This means my idea of a good time involves not turning on the oven. Beth at It's Good to ...
