Peanut Crunch Holiday Cookies

Peanut Crunch Holiday Cookies

Couverts36 2 cookies per serving
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
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Equipment

  • medium-size saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a medium-size saucepan over low heat, melt the almond bark until smooth.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the crisp rice cereal, crunchy peanut butter, miniature marshmallows, and dry roasted peanuts.
  • Pour the hot melted almond bark over the mixture in the bowl and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper-lined cookie sheets to form cookies.
  • Allow the cookies to cool and harden at room temperature for about 2 hours.
  • Once cooled and hardened, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to serve.
  • Enjoy these delightful peanut crunch holiday cookies, perfect for sharing with loved ones during the festive season!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these festive peanut crunch holiday cookies with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of sweet sherry to complement their rich flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | koolhydraten: 19 g | Eiwitten: 4 g | Vet: 11 g | Suiker: 13 g
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Caramel Marshmallow Crisp Balls

Caramel Marshmallow Crisp Balls

Couverts15
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:10 minutes
chilling time 30 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a double boiler, melt the caramels, sweetened condensed milk, and butter or margarine until smooth and well combined.
  • Dip each marshmallow into the melted caramel mixture until fully coated.
  • Roll the caramel-coated marshmallows in the crisp rice cereal until evenly coated.
  • Place the coated marshmallows on wax paper to cool and set.
  • Refrigerate the caramel marshmallow crisp balls for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
  • Once chilled and firm, remove the balls from the refrigerator and serve.
  • Enjoy these delightful caramel marshmallow crisp balls, a sweet and crunchy treat that’s perfect for any occasion!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

Pair these irresistible caramel marshmallow crisp balls with a glass of creamy Baileys Irish Cream or a sweet dessert wine like Moscato to complement their rich flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 240 kcal | koolhydraten: 38 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 9 g | Suiker: 29 g
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Course; Candy

Almond Oatmeal Cookies

Almond Oatmeal Cookies

Couverts36
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:15 minutes
chilling time 8 hours
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter or margarine and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the almond extract to the creamed mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Stir in the whole wheat flour and quick oats until a dough forms.
  • Divide the dough into two portions and shape each portion into a roll about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
  • Wrap the dough rolls in plastic wrap or waxed paper and refrigerate them overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Remove the chilled dough rolls from the refrigerator and slice them into rounds about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Place the cookie slices on a greased or lined baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet until firm before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Enjoy these delightful almond oatmeal cookies, perfect for sharing with family and friends!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these classic almond oatmeal cookies with a cup of hot black tea or a glass of milk for a comforting treat.

Nutrition values

Calories: 140 kcal | koolhydraten: 17 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 9 g
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Apricot Coconut Snowballs

Apricot Coconut Snowballs

Couverts20
Preparation 10 minutes
Preparation time:1 hour
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped dried apricots, shredded coconut, and sweetened condensed milk until well mixed.
  • Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls, about the size of a walnut.
  • Roll each ball in powdered sugar until completely coated.
  • Place the coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Refrigerate the snowballs for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
  • Once chilled, transfer the apricot coconut snowballs to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Enjoy these delightful apricot coconut snowballs, a sweet and satisfying treat for any occasion!

Notes & Wine Advice

 

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these delightful apricot coconut snowballs with a glass of sweet Riesling or a fruity Moscato to complement their tropical flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 120 kcal | koolhydraten: 18 g | Eiwitten: 1 g | Vet: 5 g | Suiker: 14 g
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Molasses Almond Crisps

Molasses Almond Crisps

Couverts50 2 cookies per serving
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:12 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Prepare cookie sheets by greasing or lining them with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, stir the ground cinnamon into the flour and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter or margarine and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Stir in the molasses until well combined.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  • Fold in the sliced almonds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Drop the dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned around the edges.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy these crispy and flavorful molasses almond crisps, perfect for a sweet treat any time of day!

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these delightful molasses almond crisps with a cup of hot chai tea or a glass of sweet Muscat wine to complement their warm flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 140 kcal | koolhydraten: 16 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 8 g | Suiker: 10 g
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies

Couverts15 2 cookies per serving
Preparation 10 minutes
Preparation time:35 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 60 to 70 round buttery Ritz crackers
  • 24 oz. chocolate or white almond bark
  • 1 cup peanut butter

Instructions

  • Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter evenly between two Ritz crackers to make a small sandwich.
  • Repeat with the remaining crackers.
  • Melt the almond bark in a double boiler until it becomes thin and smooth.
  • Using tongs, dip each Ritz cracker sandwich into the melted almond bark, ensuring it is completely coated.
  • Shake off any excess almond bark and place the coated sandwiches on waxed paper to cool and harden.
  • Allow the cookies to cool for about 30 minutes, or until the almond bark has set.
  • Once the chocolate has hardened, store the cookies in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy these irresistible chocolate peanut butter Ritz cookies, a perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors!

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these delightful chocolate peanut butter Ritz cookies with a glass of creamy Merlot or a sweet dessert wine like Ruby Port to complement their rich flavors

Nutrition values

Calories: 260 kcal | koolhydraten: 26 g | Eiwitten: 5 g | Vet: 16 g | Suiker: 18 g
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Chocolate Raisin Pecan Clusters

Chocolate Raisin Pecan Clusters

Couverts20 2 candies per serving
Preparation 5 minutes
Preparation time:30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • n a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips over low heat on the stovetop, stirring until smooth, or microwave them for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.
  • Remove the melted chocolate from the heat source and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Add the golden raisins, chopped pecans, and corn flakes to the melted chocolate, stirring until they are evenly coated.
  • Drop the mixture by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined cookie sheets, forming clusters.
  • Refrigerate the clusters for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
  • Once firm, remove the chocolate raisin pecan clusters from the refrigerator and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Indulge in these irresistible chocolate raisin pecan clusters, a delightful treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!

Notes & Wine Advice

Indulge in these irresistible chocolate raisin pecan clusters, a delightful treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these delectable chocolate raisin pecan clusters with a glass of rich Port or a smooth Cabernet Sauvignon to complement their indulgent flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | koolhydraten: 22 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 10 g | Suiker: 17 g
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Delicate Almondettes

Delicate Almondettes

Couverts25 2 cookies per serving
Preparation 10 minutes
Preparation time:8 minutes
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Equipment

  • oven
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prepare a non-stick cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a saucepan, mix together the butter, sugar, flour, milk, and ground almonds.
  • Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until the butter melts and the ingredients are well combined.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about three inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until the cookies are very light brown with bubbly centers.
  • Let the cookies cool for about five minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, store the almondettes in an airtight container to maintain their delicate texture.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy these exquisite almondettes, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion!

Wine Advice:

Enjoy these delicate almondettes with a cup of aromatic Earl Grey tea or a glass of sweet Muscat wine to enhance their nutty flavor.

Nutrition values

Calories: 120 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 9 g | Suiker: 8 g
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Classic Coconut Macaroons

Classic Coconut Macaroons

Couverts20 2 macaroons per serving
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:12 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy using a hand mixer or a stand mixer.
  • Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites at high speed, until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold in the flour, grated coconut, and vanilla extract into the egg white mixture until well combined.
  • Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the macaroons are lightly browned around the edges.
  • Allow the macaroons to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy these classic coconut macaroons, a timeless treat perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!

Wine Advice:

Pair these delightful coconut macaroons with a glass of sweet Moscato or a sparkling Prosecco to complement their sweetness

Nutrition values

Calories: 90 kcal | koolhydraten: 11 g | Eiwitten: 1 g | Vet: 5 g | Suiker: 9 g
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