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Palm sugar is derived from palm trees and gets a lot of use in Southeast Asia. It gives a distinctive caramel flavor to dishes and it pairs really well with coconut in this recipe. These coconut palm sugar bars are very rich and seriously addictive. Cut them into small bites and store them in the freezer so you won’t be tempted to eat them all at once!
Looking for a last minute little something for Valentine’s Day? Make these macaroon hearts. They are simple and quick, taste delicious, and look elegant. A lovely, sweet treat for your valentine!
Lime is the citrus of choice in Vietnam, from soups and stews to fish dishes and more. While not as acidic as lemon, it still packs a punch in these lime meltaways. These little bites take the best of Vietnam and turn it into a light, refreshing ending for any meal.
Let’s face it. Just because it’s the new year doesn’t mean we can’t still treat ourselves, right? So, in that spirit, here is a recipe for delicious caramel nut bars. While that might not sound “New Year’s resolution healthy”, these treats pack a big punch in a very small bite. A one inch square has only 80 calories and will satisfy your sweet tooth. Keep these in the freezer for just a little nibble when you need that sweet treat!
I love making Christmas cookies! I made approximately 25,000 cookies each year when I owned a bakery. Many of those cookies were decorated cutouts and many more were these cookies – beautiful, elegant sophisticated bites that add a special touch to any table.
While this citrus shortbread has the standard ingredients for shortbread, it certainly doesn’t have that texture. These cookies are wonderfully chewy but still have a lovely melt in your mouth quality. A great addition to any tray of Christmas cookies!
Buttery, melt in your mouth shortbread is the standard by which all others should be measured and this version surely fills the bill! Dense and rich, this shortbread makes great gifts – if it doesn’t disappear too quickly!
Snowballs are a wonderful addition to a tray of Christmas cookies. They are nutty, sweet, and melt in your mouth delicious. Best of all, the cookies can be frozen unbaked and then baked to order. They couldn’t be easier!
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The Amalfi coast of Italy has some of the most fragrant, delicious lemons in the world as well as some of the best olive oil. These lemon olive oil shortbread cookies combine both to make an Italian treat you can’t stop eating!
Rome isn’t known for a lot of desserts but what it lacks in quantity it certainly makes up for in quality! These square cookies (biscotti quadrati) are delicious with honey and nuts. You will not be able to stop eating these!
