Gumdrop Gems1 cup butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners` sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg 2 1/2 cups sifted all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup small gumdrops, sliced, black ones re

Iced Key Lime CookiesuButter Cookie/u1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime juice 2 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltuKey Lime Icing/u3/4 cup co

Iced Lemonade Wafers1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 tablespoon lightly packed finely grated lemon rind 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup confectioners` sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon saltuIcing/

Joe Froggers1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup shortening1 cup dark molasses1/2 cup water4 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons ginger1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon cloves1/2 teaspoon nutmeg1/4 teaspoon allspiceSugarMix th

Key Lime Iced Butter CookiesuButter Cookies/u16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar1 egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime juice2 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltuKey Lime Icing/u

Kool Aid Cookies1 cup shortening1 cup granulated sugar2 egg yolks3 1/4 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons milk1/2 package dry unsweetened Kool Aid    (flavor/color desired)1/2 package dry unsweet

Lemon Melts3/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup confectioners` sugar1 1/4 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarc tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest uGlaze/u1 cup confectioners` sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon extract or 1 tablespoon fre

Lemon Slice Cookies2 cups unbleached flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 to 3 large lemons 3/4 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 cup confectioners` sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractOn a sheet of wax p

Lime Slice Cookies1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tablespoon fresh lime juiceGrated rind of 1 lime 1 1/3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon saltSugar for sprinkling on cookiesBeat together butt

Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened1/4 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons honey1 egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 3/4 cups all purpose flour, sifted1/2 cup roasted coarsely chopped Macadamia nutsIn large mixer bowl, beat butter

Neapolitan Cookies1 cup butter (no substitutes), softened1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon almond extract6 drops red liquid food coloring1/2

Raspberry Nut PinwheelsMakes 3 dozen.2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 cup softened butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam 1 cup finely chopped walnutsSift together flour

Raspberry Pinwheels (T&T)From the kitchen of Linda Kilbride, Maricopa, ArizonaThese are wonderful. The only drawback is that you have to wait until the next day to make them!2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter1 cup

Raspberry Swirl Cookies1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltRaspberry FillingCream butter; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an e

Rum Slices4 egg whites 1 pound confectioners` sugar 1/2 pound pecans, ground 1/2 pound walnuts, ground 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or rumRumBeat egg whites until stiff. Add sugar and nuts. Flavor with vanilla extract or rum. Form into 3/4 inch diameter rolls. Ch

Slice `n` Bake Rice Krispies Cookies1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar, packed1/2 cup softened butter1/2 cup light margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 pinch salt 2 eggs 1 cup quick oatmeal 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 c

Spumoni SlicesSource: Better Homes and Gardens, 11/93Yield: 602 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon pepperm

Tumbleweed Oatmeal Crispies1 cup shortening1 cup brown sugar1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda3 cups quick oatmeal1 cup chopped walnutsCream shortening

Chocolate Filled Snowdrops1 cup butter or margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 cups sifted flour 1 (5 3/4 ounce) package chocolate kissesConfectioners` sugarBeat butter, sugar and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Add sifted flou

Clothespin Cookies with Ricotta FillingUse well greased peg type wooden clothespins with no metal.uCookie Dough/u1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (1/2 package) 1/4 cup warm milk 3/4 cup butter or margarine 2 cups all purpose flour 2 beaten eggs 2 tables

Frangelico Scrolls1 cup all purpose flour1/2 cup granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup butter3 tablespoons Frangelico Liqueur1/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped with 1 teaspoon granulated   

Hedgehogs2 cups walnuts1 cup pitted dates1 cup brown sugar2 cups coconut, divided2 eggs, slightly beatenPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.Grind walnuts and dates in food chopper or food processor. Add sugar, 1 cup of the coconut and eggs. M

Ghirardelli Double Chocolate CookiesSource: the Ghirardelli Classic White Chips bag/PP1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) butter, at room temperatureBR2 cusp granulated sugarBR2 large eggsBR1 teaspoon vanilla extractBR2 cups all purpose flourBR1 1/4 cups Ghirardelli premium unsweeten

Filled Oatmeal CookiesuCookies/u1 cup shortening2 cups brown sugar2 cups all purpose flour2 eggs2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractuFilling/u1 box confectioners` sugar5 tablespoons shortening1 teaspoo

Goof Balls1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk1 pound confectioners` sugar1 pound flaked or shredded coconut2 cups chopped pecans, walnuts or almonds20 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate or chocolate chips1 tablespoon solid vegetable shorteningPut the c

Edible Cookie BowluCookies/u1 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup blanched, slivered almonds, finely ground 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) margarine, softened 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon vani

Ice Cream Kolaches1 pint vanilla ice cream4 cups all purpose flour1 pound margarine (4 sticks)2 cans Solo� brand fruit filling2 tablespoons granulated sugarThaw ice cream and soften butter; cream together. Add sugar, then flour, gradually. Form into a ball and refr

Filled Sugar Cookies1 cup sugar1/2 cup shortening (includes 1/4 cup butter) 1 egg 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup sweet milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extractCream shortening with sugar. Add egg and milk.

Inside Out BrowniesYield: 32 brownies2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts (optional) 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup butter 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract32 chocolate kisses, unwrappedPre

Filbert BallsYield: About 50 balls3 1/2 ounces semisweet chocolate 3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) butter, softened 1 cup sifted confectioners` sugar 1 1/4 cups filberts, toasted and skinned, then groundPreheat the oven to 300 degrees F.In the top of a double b

Hedgehog Cookies2 cups walnuts 1 cup pitted dates 1 cup brown sugar 2 cups coconut, divided 2 eggs, slightly beatenPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.Grind walnuts and dates in food chopper or food processor. Add sugar, 1 cup of the coconut

Gooey Butter Cookies1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg 8 ounces cream cheese 1 (18.25 ounce) box butter recipe yellow cake mixNonstick cooking sprayConfectioners` sugarBeat the butter, vanilla extract, egg and cream cheese until ligh

Golden Macaroons2 1/2 cups flaked sweetened coconut 2 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut 1 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 egg whites 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extractIn large bowl combine flake

Ginger JamsSource: Land O Lakes Holiday Cookies, 2000Serving size: 421 3/4 cups flour 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (YES...black pepper) 1/2 cup bu

Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/3 cup NESTL?� TOLL HOUSE� Baking Cocoa 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups (12 ounce package) NESTL?� TOLL HOUSE� Semi Sweet    Chocolate Morsels, divided

Gingerbread Cookies in a Gingerbread Bowl1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup molasses 3/4 cup dark corn syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 large eggs 8 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 table

Fork Cookies1 cup shortening 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 3 eggs, well beaten 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extractAdd ins (use 1 cup total):

Fruity Macaroons4 cups flaked coconut 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 small box gelatin (strawberry, raspberry or desired flavor)In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix thoroughly, making sure gelatin is blended evenly. Cove

Irresistible Chocolate Chip CookiesThese are terrific warm from the oven don`t get addicted!1 cup butter 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoo

Dr. Pepper Toasted Nut CookiesSource: Dr. PepperMakes about 6 dozen.3/4 cup margarine1/3 cup brown sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup Dr. Pepper2 1/4 cups cake flour1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon vanilla ext