This Maple Bourbon Sour puts a seasonal twist on the classic Bourbon Sour Cocktail. Maple syrup adds a rich, caramel sweetness that pairs beautifully with bourbon's warmth, while the fresh lemon juice keeps everything balanced and refreshing. Simple, sophisticated and so easy to make, this cocktail is sure to be a favorite and pairs perfectly with our favorite Maple Snickerdoodle Cookies.  

Ingredient Notes

• Bourbon- Choose a smooth, mid-range bourbon with flavors of vanilla or caramel for the best flavor.
• Pure Maple Syrup- Use real maple syrup, not pancake syrup for an authentic richness and depth.
• Fresh Lemon Juice- Fresh squeezed lemon juice adds a perfect tart flavor to this simple cocktail
• Garnish-Candied lemons or lemon peel, cinnamon sticks or a sprig of rosemary for a cozy finish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add bourbon, maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
3. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds, until the shaker feels chilled.
4. Strain into a glass filled with ice or a large ice cube.
5. Garnish with candied lemon, lemon feel, a cinnamon stick or a sprig of rosemary!

How To Make Candied Lemon Slices

A fun and easy garnish that you can make ahead and keep to be sure you are ready whenever you need a Maple Bourbon Sour Cocktail.  Candied Lemon Slices are the perfect garnish to your cocktail and pretty tasty to eat.  In a small saucepan bring to a boil ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup water until the sugar has dissolved.  Place your thinly sliced lemon pieces into the syrup and continue simmering for 2-3 minutes.  Turn the heat off and let the lemon slices sit in the syrup for 20 minutes.  Remove the lemon slices from the syrup and place them on a cooling rack.  Allow the Candied Lemon Slices to dry for 3-4 hours or best overnight (flipping halfway through).  Once they are dried, store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Tips and FAQS for the Best Maple Bourbon Sour

• Adjust the sweetness to taste- Start with less maple syrup and add more if needed.
• Use quality ingredients- With only three ingredients, make sure to use the best so that the flavors can shine.
• Chill your glass- Chill your glass to keep the cocktail refreshing longer!
• Batch It!-If you are having several guests over, you a double or triple the recipe for easy entertaining!

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Maple Bourbon Sour Cocktail

If you are craving a cozy cocktail with just the right balance of sweet and bold flavors, this Maple Bourbon Sour is it. Made with real maple syrup, fresh squeezed lemon juice and a smooth bourbon, it's a warm yet bright drink that feels equally perfect for fall gatherings or winter nights by the fire or an elevated happy hour at home.

Course cocktails

Cuisine Cocktails

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Total Time 3 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 156kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 ½ ounces Bourbon
• ¾ ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
• ¾ ounce Maple Syrup
• Ice
• Garnish: Candied Lemon Slices and Fresh Rosemary

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker combine the bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup and fill with ice
• Shake until fully combined and pour into your favorite cocktail glass
• Garnish with candied lemon slices and fresh rosemary
• Serve immediately

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 49mg | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

I love every thing about the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, including getting messy in the kitchen with my kids. There are so many wonderful traditions that I remember from being a kid at Christmas and it is so fun for me to pass these on to my three kids. Christmas cookie baking is one of the best ones and this Easy Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie is going to be a family favorite for years to come!

The dough is easy to make, roll out and bake and the best part is that these sugar cookies are dipped in the glaze! I love decorated shortbread and sugar cookies, but sometimes the icing and decorating can be intimidating. This cream cheese sugar cookie recipe is kid and adult friendly and there is absolutely no pressure with the glaze. Dip the cookies in the glaze and let them dry!

We are obsessed with these Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Trees, but will also be baking our famous Shortbread Cookies and the delicious Soft Almond Sugar Cookies.

Ingredients

Flour- All purpose flour is the best option for these cookies to keep a great soft texture but stable enough to be dipped in glaze.
Sugar- Granulated sugar is used for the cookie dough and powdered sugar for the glaze!
Butter- Room temperature butter is the key to making these cookies extra delicious and flakey!
Cream Cheese- A great addition to a traditional sugar cookie make with just butter, cream cheese adds a soft texture and a tangy flavor that is so delicious with the sugar glaze.
Egg-Just one egg needed!
Baking Powder- Making these cookies soft and chewy!
Extract- Vanilla extract is a great addition to this soft and chewy cookie, but you can always add almond extract for a fun burst of flavor
Milk- Whole milk for the glaze is the best option, but 2% will also work! Don't use skim milk

Step-by-Step Directions

Prepare The Dough

• In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth 
• Add in the granulated sugar and mix until fully combined 
• Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until creamy
• Mix in the flour and baking powder until the dough comes together 
• Remove the dough from the mixer, shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour

Bake The Cookies 

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare 2 sheet pans with parchment paper 
• Roll the dough out on a floured surface until it ¼-1/2 inch thick, cut the desired shape using a cookie cutter and place on the prepared baking sheets 
• Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes 
• Allow the cookies to cool completely before glazing 

Glaze The Cookies

•  In a small bowl combine the powdered sugar and milk and whisk until smooth and creamy (if the glaze is to thick, add milk or to thin add a little powdered sugar) 
• Separate the glaze into three small bowls and add green food coloring to your desired color (light, medium, dark) 
• Dip the top of the cookies in the glaze allowing the excess to drip off and then place the glazed cookie on a cooling rack to dry
• Allow the glaze to dry completely before stacking, packaging or serving! 

Tips and FAQS To Make The Best Sugar Cookies

Ingredients
It is super important to make sure that all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting to mix. This will ensure that the dough is combined evenly and bakes evenly.

Chill Time
Give yourself enough time to allow the dough to chill. When making shortbread or sugar cookies the dough needs time to rest and chill before rolling out, cutting and baking.

Cookie Cutters
Have fun with this recipe and create any shape of cookie you love. I am loving these tree cookie cutters for a simple and modern Christmas design.

Glaze
I am loving this silky smooth and thin glaze that is easy to dip the cookies in, but you can adjust the glaze by adding more or less milk to make it the consistency you love.

Store and Save
This Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie recipe is great to make in advance. Make the dough and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake. Once the cookies are baked you can keep the cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 day and then glaze one day before you are ready to serve.

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Easy Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Trees

Soft and chewy, Easy Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Trees are so festive and fun for the holidays!! A modern and easy take on a traditional decorated cookie, this dough is easy to roll out, cut, bake and dipped in glaze!

Course Cookies

Cuisine Dessert

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Rest Dough 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 22 minutes minutes

Servings 36

Calories 128kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Dough

• 1 Cup Unsalted Butter Room Temperature
• 8 Ounces Cream Cheese Room Temperature
• 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 3 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder

Cookie Glaze

• 2 Cups Powdered Sugar
• 2-3 Tablespoons Whole Milk
• Green Food Coloring

Instructions

Prepare The Dough

• In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth
• Add in the granulated sugar and mix until fully combined
• Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until creamy
• Mix in the flour and baking powder until the dough comes together
• Remove the dough from the mixer, shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour

Bake The Cookies

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare 2 sheet pans with parchment paper
• Roll the dough out on a floured surface until it ¼-1/2 inch thick, cut the desired shape using a cookie cutter and place on the prepared baking sheets
• Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes
• Allow the cookies to cool completely before glazing

Glaze The Cookies

• In a small bowl combine the powdered sugar and milk and whisk until smooth and creamy (if the glaze is to thick, add milk or to thin add a little powdered sugar)
• Separate the glaze into three small bowls and add green food coloring to your desired color (light, medium, dark)
• Dip the top of the cookies in the glaze allowing the excess to drip off and then place the glazed cookie on a cooling rack to dry
• Allow the glaze to dry completely before stacking, packaging or serving!

Nutrition

Serving: 36cookies | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

What a year!  We are four days a way from Christmas and cocktails are top of mind, if that tells you anything 🙂  As we prepare our menu, whether big or small and get our table set the next best thing is creating the perfect cocktail to be enjoyed during the festivities.  As we started quarantine in march, our go to cocktail was The Perfect Paloma.  It was summery, refreshing and just so perfect for hot days, so why not end the year with a Spiced Cranberry Paloma.

What is A Spiced Paloma?

Just like a Classic Paloma Cocktail, the Spiced Cranberry Paloma has many similar ingredients but adding in cranberry juice and spiced simple syrup.  Made with cranberry juice for the most beautiful ruby red color and tart flavor, grapefruit juice, lime juice and tequila.  Adding a spiced simple syrup makes this cocktail super festive and cozy for all the winter vibes.  Spiced simple syrup, made with sugar, water, whole cinnamon, cloves, anise and vanilla bean and is easy to make and adds the perfect flavor punch that this cocktail really needs.

Ingredients

Cranberry Juice-100% cranberry juice is going to be the best options for this cocktail. With all the other added flavors, you don't want to mix any other ingredients!
Grapefruit Juice-I love fresh squeezed grapefruit juice to a clean flavor
Lime Juice- Fresh squeezed lime juice will add a perfect tart and citrus flavor with all the cinnamon spice
Spiced Simple Syrup-Granulated sugar and water mixed with whole spices will add a festive and spiced flavor
Tequila- Choose your favorite tequila for this cocktail!

Directions

• Using a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup and tequila and shake
• Pour the cranberry cocktail into a glass, fill the glass with ice and top off the remainder of the glass with sparkling water 
• Garnish with a sprig of rosemary, sugared cranberries and dried grapefruit slices (optional)

Prepare the Spiced Simple Syrup

• In a small saucepan combine the granulated sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, anise and vanilla bean
• Bring the simple syrup to a boil and continue boiling until the sugar is dissolved 
• Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the syrup from the stove but keep the spices in the syrup to allow them infuse for 10 minutes while the syrup is cooling
• Remove the spices from the syrup and pour the syrup in a jar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use         

Make It Festive

Garnishing your cocktail can be equally as fun as making the cocktail.  For a festive Christmas cocktail, sugared cranberries, a fresh rosemary sprig and dried grapefruit slices are the perfect topper for this Spiced Cranberry Paloma!

Make It For a Crowd

Spiced Cranberry Paloma Punch is a large batch version of our very favorite Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail. Ruby red in color, poured into a large pitcher with cranberry juice, lime juice, grapefruit juice, tequila and spiced simple syrup and serve to a crowd! This is the ultimate festive Christmas Cocktail! 

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Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail

Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail is ruby red in color and shaken up with cranberry juice, lime juice, grapefruit juice and tequila and a touch of spiced simple syrup, this is the ultimate festive Christmas cocktail!  

 

Course sips

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 581kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Spiced Simple Syrup

• ½ cup granulated Sugar
• ½ Cup Water
• 2 cinnamon sticks whole
• 2 whole cloves whole
• 2 star anise whole
• 1 vanilla bean split open

Spiced Cranberry Paloma

• 2 ounces Cranberry Juice
• 1 ounce Fresh Grapefruit Juice
• 1 ounce Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 ½ ounce Spiced Simple Syrup
• 2 ounces Tequila
• Sparkling Water
• Ice

Garnish (optional)

• A Sprig of Rosemary
• Sugared Cranberries
• Dried Grapefruit Slice

Instructions

Prepare the Spiced Simple Syrup

• In a small saucepan combine the granulated sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, anise and vanilla bean
• Bring the simple syrup to a boil and continue boiling until the sugar is dissolved
• Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the syrup from the stove but keep the spices in the syrup to allow them infuse for 10 minutes while the syrup is cooling
• Remove the spices from the syrup and pour the syrup in a jar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use

Prepare the Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail

• Using a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup and tequila and shake
• Pour the cranberry cocktail into a glass, fill the glass with ice and top off the remainder of the glass with sparkling water
• Garnish with a sprig of rosemary, sugared cranberries and dried grapefruit slices (optional)

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 581kcal | Carbohydrates: 115g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 107g | Vitamin A: 53IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2mg

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Spiced Cranberry Paloma Punch (For A Crowd)

Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail is a festive twist on the classic Paloma Cocktail. Ruby red in color, blending tart cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, the earthy flavor of tequila and a hint of spiced simple syrup. This perfect cocktail is garnished with sugared cranberries that sparkle and a fresh and fragrant sprig of rosemary making this the ultimate Christmas cocktail!  

Course cocktails

Cuisine Cocktails

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 20 people

Calories 324kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Spiced Simple Syrup

• 4 Cups Granulated Sugar
• 4 Cups Water
• 4 Cinnamon Sticks
• 4 Star Anise
• 8 Whole Cloves
• 2 Whole Vanilla Bean Split Open

Spiced Cranberry Paloma Punch

• 40 Ounces Cranberry Juice
• 10 Ounces Fresh Grapefruit Juice
• 10 Ounces Lime Juice
• 30 Ounces Spiced Simple Syrup
• 40 Ounces Tequila
• Sparkling Water (I love Topo Chico)
• Ice

Garnish (optional)

• Rosemary Sprigs
• Sugared Cranberries
• Dried Grapefruit Slices

Instructions

Prepare the Spiced Simple Syrup

• In a medium sauce pan combine the granulated sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, anise and vanilla beans
• Bring the simple syrup to a boil and continue boiling until the sugar is dissolved
• Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the syrup from the stove but keep the spices in the syrup to allow them to infuse for 20 minutes or longer while the syrup is cooling
• Pour the syrup and the spices into a jar and store the refrigerator until ready to use
• Once you use the simple syrup for the Cranberry Paloma Punch, store the remaining simple syrup in a jar in the refrigerator and use for other cocktails. Spiced Simple Syrup will stay good for 2 weeks in the refrigerator!

Prepare the Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail

• Pour the cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup and tequila into large pitcher or a beverage dispenser and mix until combined
• Fill a glass with ice, fill the glass ¾ full with the Spiced Cranberry Paloma Cocktail and top with sparkling water
• Garnish each drink with a sprig of fresh rosemary, sugared cranberries and a dried grapefruit slice (optional)
• Repeat for each glass! Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Cooler weather, fall sports and heading into the holiday season are just a few of my favorite things and the only way to make them better is a fun and festive cocktail! September is all about apples and I am having so much fun eating, baking and sipping on all of my favorite including this Apple Cider Aperol Spritz and our family favorite Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake!

Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz is a super light and refreshing cocktail that is made with spiced apple cider but still really focuses on the bourbon! I am a new lover of bourbon and this cocktail and this Maple Bourbon Sour are my go to fall drinks to enjoy and share with family and friends!

How To Make Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz

Ingredients

Bourbon- Choose your favorite bourbon for this cocktail!
Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup-Using three ingredients, this will sweeten your cocktail and add a delicious vanilla flavor. Made with sugar, vanilla and a fresh vanilla bean.
Lemon Juice- Fresh squeezed lemon juice is the only way to go!
Apple Cider- Store bought or homemade apple cider will be a perfect fall addition to this fizzy cocktail. I love using Spiced Apple Cider to add more fall flavors.

Directions

• Fill a cocktail glass with ice and add the bourbon, vanilla bean simple syrup, lemon juice and apple cider and gently stir to combine
• Fill the remainder of the glass with sparkling water 
• Garnish with apple slices, fresh thyme sprigs and a cinnamon stick
• Serve Immediately! Enjoy!

How To Make Fancy Ice Cubes

A fun addition to every cocktail, fancy ice cubes! I love these flexible ice cube trays that are clean and easy to fill and pop out to use. Add your favorite herbs or flowers to make your next cocktail extra fancy. To pair with bourbon and apple cider, just add a sprig fresh thyme to each of the section before freezing and then add to your Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz.

Tips To Making Fun Fall Cocktails

Simple Syrup
A great way to sweeten up your cocktail, Simple Syrup is made of granulated sugar and water, simmered together until the sugar is dissolved to create a smooth syrup. Adding different flavors to your syrups will enhance your cocktails and make for super fun creations!

Fancy Ice Cubes
Fill your ice cube trays with fresh herbs, flowers or fruit to add a super fancy touch to each cocktail!

Garnish
The garnish might be as fun as sipping on the cocktail! I love adding extra touches to make each sip a little more special. Dried apples slices will add a beautiful touch to each glass, paired with a fresh herb sprig and a cinnamon stick for more fall flavor!

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Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz

Fall is in the air an there is no better way to celebrate the season than with a cozy cocktail that's equal parts crisp and comforting. The Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz is made with just four simple ingredients, bringing together the warmth of the bourbon and the sweetness of the fresh apple cider for a drink that feels like autumn in a glass. Perfect for sipping fireside or sharing with friends and family, this easy cocktail is sure to become a fall favorite.

Course cocktails

Cuisine Cocktails

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Person

Calories 186kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 2 Ounces Bourbon
• 1 Ounce Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup Recipe Below
• ½ Ounce Lemon Juice
• 4 Ounces Spiced Apple Cider
• Sparkling Water
• Ice
• Sliced Apples, Fresh Thyme Springs and Cinnamon Sticks Garnish

Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup

• ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
• ½ Cup Water
• 1 Vanilla Bean Scraped

Instructions

Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup

• In a small saucepan combine the granulated sugar, water and the scraped vanilla beans and pod
• Bring the syrup to a simmer until the sugar is dissoved
• Remove the syrup from the heat, remove the vanilla bean pod and allow the syrup to cool completely before using
• Store the remaining simple syrup in a jar for later use

Bourbon Apple Cider Fizz

• Fill a cocktail glass with ice and add the bourbon, vanilla bean simple syrup, lemon juice and apple cider and gently stir to combine
• Fill the remainder of the glass with sparkling water
• Garnish with apple slices, fresh thyme sprigs and a cinnamon stick
• Serve Immediately! Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1person | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

Why You Will Love These Breakfast Cookies

Gluten Free: Made with certified gluten-free oats and no wheat flour

Naturally Sweetened: Choose monk fruit sweetener for a low-glycemic option or honey for a touch of natural sweetness.

Wholesome Fats: Coconut oil and almond butter add heart-healthy fats and keep you full longer.

Kid Friendly & Adult Approved: These cookies are sweet, chewy, and sweetened with dried cranberries and chocolate chips…what is not to love?

Ingredient Notes

Gluten Free Quick Oats: Make sure to purchase gluten-free quick oats for a softer texture cookie. If you prefer a thicker, hearty texture, you can use Rolled Old Fashioned Oats.

Cinnamon: Adding a warmth to these cookies, cinnamon is a must add!

Coconut Oil: Providing a healthy fat that will also add moisture. Melt the coconut oil before mixing in to the cookie batter. You can always substitute for melted butter if you don't have any dairy issues.

Almond Butter: Adds richness, flavor and protein. Natural almond butter with no sugar added is best. Peanut butter or sunflower seed butter is always a great alternative.

Honey or Monk Fruit: Adding a natural sweetener to the cookie, I love the flavor of honey but monk fruit is a great alternative for a low-glycemic and sugar free option.

Dried Cranberries and Chocolate Chips: Tart and chewy, these balance the sweetness of the cookie and pair perfect with dark chocolate chips.

Optional Add Ons: Chia Seeds, Flax Seeds, Chopped Walnuts, Pumpkin Seeds, Chopped Almonds are great add ons for this cookie recipe.

Pro Tips and FAQS

• Use Parchment Paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and make clean-up super easy!
• Warm the almond butter so that it is not to thick and will mix in easily.

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Good Morning Breakfast Cookies

Who says cookies can't be part of a healthy breakfast? Our Good Morning Breakfast Cookies are the perfect way to kickstart your day with energy, flavor and wholesome ingredients. Packed with gluten-free oats, almond butter and naturally sweetened with honey or monk fruit, these cookies are a delicious and satisfying treat you can feel good about grabbing on busy mornings.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes minutes

Total Time 17 minutes minutes

Servings 16 cookies

Calories 167kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 2 Cups Gluten Free Quick Oats
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
• ¼ teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• ⅓ Cup Coconut Oil Melted
• ½ Cup Almond Butter Melted
• ¼ Cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ½ Cup Dried Cranberries
• ½ Cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dairy Free Optional

Optional Add Ins:

• 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds
• 1 Tbsp Flax Seeds
• ¼ Cup Chopped Nuts

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil, melted almond butter, honey and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy
• Add the gluten free oats, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt to the almond butter mixture and mix until well combined.
• Using a spatula, fold in the dried cranberries, mini chocolate chips and any other additional add ins to the breakfast cookie batter
• Using an ice cream scoop or ¼ cup measuring cup, scoop the batter onto the prepared sheet pan, leaving 2-3" in between each cookie.
• Bake the breakfast cookies for 10-11 minutes
• Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely before transferring them to a platter or packaging

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cookie | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg

There is nothing better than walking into a neighborhood bakery and enjoying the smell of fresh baked cookies and even better chocolate chip cookies.  When I owned a bakery,  it was always the chocolate chip cookies that sold out every day and without fail something everybody loved.  There is something so special about the flavor, texture and childhood memories this cookie provides.  There is a lot of pressure to have the best chocolate chip cookie and why not make it in your own home.  Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies are freshly baked, thick, super soft, a beautiful golden edge and loaded with chocolate chips.  Take these cookies to the next level by sprinkling sea salt on top of each cookie right when they come out of the oven!

Ingredients Notes

The quality of your ingredients and the temperature of your ingredients are going to be the key to your success when making these Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies.  There are so many chocolate chip cookies out in the world, so you want to serve the best of the best.  Make sure to use high quality ingredients and set them out to be used at room temperature.

All Purpose Flour-Unbleached All Purpose Flour is the base to making these cookies great.  Make sure to measure the flour and level the top to provide the exact amount that you need.

Baking Soda-Using baking soda will ensure that your cookie will puff up and will give a perfect soft texture

Corn Starch-The addition of corn starch is not in every cookie recipe, but I promise this will keep your cookies extra soft

Salt-I love the addition of salt to enhance the flavor of your cookie

Light Brown Sugar-Combining light brown sugar with granulated sugar give the cookie more depth in the flavor and provides a softer texture

Granulated Sugar-The perfect amount of sugar will make the cookie sweet but not to sweet.  You want to be able to enjoy every bite without having sugar overload

Eggs-eggs will allow the cookies to spread and create a beautifully thick center that will be super soft

Vanilla Extract-Add vanilla extract for an extra touch of flavor

Semisweet Chocolate Chips-there is not chocolate chip cookie without the chocolate chips, so this is ingredient has the spotlight.  I love semi sweet chocolate chips because they are not as sweet as other chocolate chips.  If you prefer another type of chocolate, you can customize this to your liking

Step-by-Step Instructions

• combine the all purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch and salt; set aside 
• Using room temperature ingredients, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined and creamy
• Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the sides in between each addition; Mix until the eggs are fully combined
• Slowly add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and mix until all ingredients are incorporate but do not overmix (scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are fulling incorporated)
• Mix in 1 ½ Cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips to the cookie batter (save the remaining ½ cup for the top of the cookies)
• Scoop the cookie batter into balls (2 inches round or 2 ½ ounces in weight) and place them 3-4 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet
• Top each cookie dough ball with extra chocolate chips and gently press the cookie to flatten the rounded cookie top (do not press the dough to be flat)
• Bake the cookies for 11-12 minutes (the edges will be a light golden color and the center will still look slightly undercooked)
• Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes
• Enjoy

Expert Tips and FAQS

• Make sure your ingredients are room temperature
• Do not over mix the cookie dough
• The cookie dough does not need to be refrigerated before baking
• Slightly press the rounded top of the cookie down before baking
• Make sure to separate the cookie dough on the baking sheet at least 3 inches apart to avoid the cookies from crashing
• Add Sea Salt right when the cookies come out of the oven to take these to the next level
• Freeze the Cookie Dough-once the dough is make, scoop the dough into balls, refrigerate to harden and then place the dough balls in a zip loc bag and freeze until ready to serve
• Thaw Cookie Dough-remove the cookie dough from the freezer and allow it to sit at room temperature until thawed out before baking

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Best Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

Craving the perfect chocolate chip cookie? These Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies are thick, chewy, loaded with rich, melty chocolate. With golden brown edges and soft centers, they deliver all the indulence of your favorite bakery treat-right from your own oven!  

Course Cookies

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Total Time 22 minutes minutes

Servings 16 cookies

Calories 322kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 2 ¼ Cup All Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• ¾ Cup Unsalted Butter Room Temperature
• ¾ Cup Light Brown Sugar
• ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Eggs Room Temperature
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 Cups Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
• Course Sea Salt optional garnish

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper
• In a medium bowl, combine the all purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch and salt; set aside
• In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined and creamy
• Add the eggs and vanilla extract; Mix until the eggs are fully combined
• Slowly add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and mix until all ingredients are incorporate but do not overmix (scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are fulling incorporated)
• Mix in 1 ½ Cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips to the cookie batter (save the remaining ½ cup for the top of the cookies)
• Scoop the cookie batter into balls (2 inches round or 2 ½ ounces in weight) and place them 3-4 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet
• Top each cookie dough ball with extra chocolate chips and gently press the cookie to flatten the rounded cookie top (do not press the dough to be flat)
• Bake the cookies for 11-12 minutes (the edges will be a light golden color and the center will still look slightly undercooked)
• Remove the cookies from the oven, sprinkle each cookie with course sea salt and allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes
• Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container

Notes

• Make sure your ingredients are room temperature
• Do not over mix the cookie dough
• The cookie dough does not need to be refrigerated before baking
• Slightly press the rounded top of the cookie down before baking
• Make sure to separate the cookie dough on the baking sheet at least 3 inches apart to avoid the cookies from crashing
• Add Sea Salt right when the cookies come out of the oven to take these to the next level
• Freeze the Cookie Dough-once the dough is make, scoop the dough into balls, refrigerate to harden and then place the dough balls in a zip loc bag and freeze until ready to serve
• Thaw Cookie Dough-remove the cookie dough from the freezer and allow it to sit at room temperature until thawed out before baking

Nutrition

Serving: 17cookies | Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg

Feeling extra grateful and so thankful this year and ready to celebrate with family.  There are so many ways to make this thanksgiving holiday extra special and keep it intimate around your table starting with your place setting for each guest.  Chocolate Caramel Dipped Pears are the perfect addition to your table, that look beautiful and festive, serve as a place card and can also be enjoyed for dessert.   

Chocolate Caramel Dipped Pears are so much fun to make and even more fun to eat.  Similar to a traditional caramel apple, Chocolate Caramel Pears bring all the fall flavors using sweet and juicy green Bartlett Pears, dipped in homemade creamy and smooth caramel glaze and then coated in white chocolate for an elegant look.  Add the perfect tag to each Caramel Pear with a Grateful and Thankful Gift Tag and pair these with our favorite fall cocktail, Apple Cider Tequila Punch.

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Directions to Make Caramel Pears

Prepare the Pears

1. Wash the pears and allow them to dry completely.
2. Place the pears on a large sheet pan, lined with parchment paper; set aside

Prepare the Caramel Glaze

1. In a large saucepan, combine the light brown sugar, butter, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt
2. On medium heat, stir the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves
3. Allow the sugar mixture to reach 238 degrees F on a candy thermometer
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the caramel into a large heat proof bowl and allow the caramel to cool to 200 degrees F
5. Once the caramel has cooled to 200 degrees F, dip the pears to cover ¾ of the pear (allow the excess caramel to drip off)
6. Place the pears on the prepared baking sheet and allow them to cool for 1 hour

Prepare the White Chocolate Glaze

1. Once the caramel has set, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 30 second increments until the white chocolate is melted and smooth
2. Dip the caramel pears in the melted white chocolate and place them back on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Once the white chocolate has hardened you are ready to place them on your table or package them up for a gift! Enjoy!

Tips to Make the Best Chocolate Caramel Pears

• Choose the Right Pears: Make sure your pears are ripe but firm to hold up under the caramel and chocolate layers. Soft pears will become too mushy during dipping.
• Dry the Pears Thoroughly: Once you wash the pears, make sure to dry them very well. Any moisture will not allow the carom to stick to the pear.
• Add Toppings: If you want to add nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut or dark chocolate drizzle.
• Work Quickly: Once the caramel is made and cooled to 200 degrees F, make sure to work quickly and so that it doesn't harden before you are finished dipping the pears.
• Store Properly: Keep the dipped pears in the refrigerator if not serving immediately, especially in warm weather.

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Chocolate Caramel Dipped Pears

Learn how to make an elegant dessert that combines fresh fruit with decadent flavors, Chocolate Caramel Dipped Pears. They make a stunning centerpiece for any gathering and their combination of crisp, juicy pears with rich caramel and creamy white chocolate is irresistible.

Course Dessert

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Pear

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Caramel Glaze

• 2 ½ Cups Light Brown Sugar
• 1 Cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 14-Ounce Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
• ½ Cup Corn Syrup
• ⅓ Cup Maple Syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 6 Bartlett Pears

White Chocolate Glaze

• 2 Cups White Chocolate Chips
• 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil

Instructions

Prepare the Pears

• Wash the pears and allow them to dry completely 
• Place the pears on a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper; set aside  

Prepare the Caramel Glaze

• In a large saucepan, combine the light brown sugar, butter, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt
• On medium heat, stir the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves 
• Allow the sugar mixture to reach 238 degrees F on a candy thermometer 
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the caramel into a large heat proof bowl and allow it to cool to 200 degrees F
• Once the caramel has come to 200 degrees F, dip the pears to cover ¾ of the pear
• Place the pears on the parchment lined baking sheet pan and allow them to cool completely for 1 hour 

Prepare the White Chocolate Glaze

• Once the caramel pears are set, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe in 30 second increments until the white chocolate is melted and smooth
•  Dip the caramel pears in melted white chocolate and place them on the parchment lined baking sheet to dry
• Once the white chocolate has hardened you are ready to place them on your thanksgiving table, package them to gift or enjoy them

Setting the table for Thanksgiving is always so special! Whether you are hosting a small or medium crowd, there is so much to be thankful for. I know that when I prepare my menu and plan for my place setting, a fall cocktail is always the best way to add one last special touch. The Apple Cider Aperol Spritz is the ultimate fall cocktail: slightly sweet with a hint of bitterness, and full of bubbles. It's a lovely fall adaptation of the Classic Italian Aperol Spritz. The flavor is outstanding, and with a cinnamon sugar rim, the presentation is just as beautiful.

This cocktail is quick and easy but has a wow factor that you will love for your fall celebration. Apple cider, Aperol, champagne, and a splash of club soda, all come together to make a gorgeous red/orange cocktail. To take it to the next level, garnish the Apple Cider Aperol Spritz with a thinly sliced apple, a cinnamon stick to stir, and a fresh sprig of thyme. Adding a touch of cinnamon spice really makes this cocktail stand out. I hope you'll enjoy sipping on this during fall as much as I do!

Ingredients

• Aperol & Champagne- Whatever brands you like
• Spiced Apple Cider- You can also use classic apple cider, depending on what flavor you're going for!
• Club Soda- Just a splash for a bit more carbonation
• Garnish- Thin apple slices, cinnamon sticks, thyme leaf
• Cinnamon Sugar- For a beautiful and delicious touch to the glass

Directions

• Rub the rim of a stemless wine glass with a slice of lemon and dip the glass in cinnamon sugar mixture; set aside until ready to use 
• Add ice to the glass until it is almost full
• Pour the spiced apple cider, Aperol, and champagne into the glass
• Top off the mixture with a splash of club soda to fill the glass to the top
• Stir the Apple Cider Aperol Spritz together and garnish with a slice of apple, cinnamon stick, and a thyme leaf
• Enjoy with your Thanksgiving meal or any fall occasion!

Tips and FAQs for Apple Cider Aperol Spritz

• Adding the cinnamon sugar to the rim of the glass really adds a great spiced fall flavor while sipping on your cocktail
• Apple cider can be classic or spiced depending on how much flavor you want to add
• Champagne or Prosecco works great in this recipe
• Use the cinnamon stick to stir your cocktail, it adds a great spiced flavor!

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Apple Cider Aperol Spritz

Apple Cider Aperol Spritz is the ultimate fall cocktail, blending the crisp, tangy flavor of apple cider with the citrusy bitterness of Aperol. Perfect for autumn gatherings, this refreshing drink adds a seasonal twist to the classic spritz with a hint of spice from the cider and topped with Prosecco for a bubbly finish.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 295kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 ounce Aperol
• 3 ounces Spiced Apple cider
• 3 ounces Champagne
• Splash of club soda

Garnish

• Sliced Apples, Cinnamon Sticks and Thyme Leaves

Cinnamon Sugar Garnish

• 3 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

• Prepare the Glass: 
• Rub the rim of the glass with a slice of lemon and dip the glass in cinnamon sugar mixture; set aside until ready to use 
• Prepare the Apple Cider Aperol Spritz Cocktail: 
• Add ice to a stemless wine glass until it is almost full
• Pour the spiced apple cider, aperol and champagne into the glass
• Top of the mixture with a slash of club soda to fill the glass to the top
• Stir the Apple Cider Aperol Spritz and garnish with a slice of apple, cinnamon stick and a thyme leaf

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cocktail | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

These cookie critters are a super fun way to get your kids involved and a dessert that everyone will enjoy!  For Halloween festivities, you can go over the top and create all sorts of spooky and sweet treats.  From Halloween Snack Mix, Hocus Pocus Punch, Halloween Shortbread Cookies, and these Halloween Cookie Critters; you are sure to have the best celebration ever!  

Ingredients

• Oreos- The beloved cookies that are arguably the most important part of this treat
• Chocolate Chips- White chocolate is easy to add color to so that you can make these critters look however you like
• Coconut Oil- A tablespoon of coconut oil will bring the melted chocolate to the perfect dipping consistency
• Food Coloring- To tint the white chocolate whatever color you desire
• Candy for decoration- There are endless opportunities here: candy eye balls, sour rings, candy corn, and more
• Popsicle Sticks- the tool that will help you dip the oreos easily, plus everything is more fun to eat on a stick!

Directions

• To get these little critters started, place each popsicle stick in between each sandwiched cookie and refrigerate until you are ready to start dipping.
• In a microwave safe bowl, add the coconut oil to the chocolate chips and melt in the microwave for thirty second increments until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
• Divide the white chocolate into separate bowls and color according to the critter you are choosing to make.
• Lastly, have a blast with candy decorations to make your cookie critters come to life!

Mummy Cookie Critters

• Mummies are so easy to make! All you need is some of the melted white chocolate and candy eyes.
• After you have coated the oreo in the chocolate, lay it down on the parchment paper and drizzle more of the chocolate on the cookie in side to side motions and add a pair of eyes.

Pumpkin Cookie Critters

• To create these cute pumpkins, add orange food coloring to a portion of the melted white chocolate and dip the oreos until fully coated.
• Using a piping bag, pipe the remaining orange white chocolate onto the cookie to create a pumpkin shape and garnish with a small piece of pretzel or a green sprinkle to create the stem.

Monster Cookie Critters

• For a monster look, add green (or whatever color you want your monsters) to a portion of the melted white chocolate and dip the oreos until fully coated.
• Give the monsters some eyes, and dress them up in any other way you want!

Tips and FAQS For Halloween Cookie Critters

• Make sure you add coconut oil when melting the chocolate chips so that the chocolate will be thin enough to dip the oreos into
• Personalize these little critters! Remember you can use whatever candy decorations you want to really make these your own.

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Halloween Cookie Critters

A kid friendly dessert for Halloween that the whole family will love.  Mummy's, monsters and pumpkins, Halloween Cookie Critters are classic Oreo cookies dipped in white chocolate and decorated for a fun halloween celebration!   

Course Cookies

Cuisine American

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Rest Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 12 Cookies

Calories 228kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 12 Oreo Cookies
• 12 Popsicle Sticks optional
• 2 Cups White Chocolate Chips
• 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil
• Food Coloring: pink, orange, green
• Candy Garnish: Candy eye balls, sour rings, candy corn

Instructions

• Prepare a sheet pan with parchment paper
• Place the Oreo cookies on the prepared sheet pan and add the popsicle sticks in between the sandwiched cookies
• In a microwave safe bowl combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil and microwave for thirty second increments until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth
• Divide the white chocolate up into small bowls and add a few drops of food coloring into each bowl; light pink, light orange, lime green and keep one bowl white

Mummy Cookie Critters

• Dip the Oreo in the white chocolate and gently shake the excess chocolate off and place the white chocolate dipped Oreo on the sheet pan, place the two candy eye balls on the wet white chocolate and and allow it to dry completely.
•  Once the white chocolate base is dry, drizzle white chocolate over the coated cookie to create a mummy look

Pumpkin Cookie Critters

• Once the white chocolate is melted add one to two drops of orange food coloring and mix until fully combine.
•  Dip the Oreo cookie into the orange colored white chocolate and gently shake the excess white chocolate off and place the orange coated Oreo on the sheet pan and allow it to dry completely.
• Using a piping bag, pipe the remaining orange white chocolate onto the pumpkin to create vertical lines and garnish with a small piece of pretzel or a chocolate sprinkle, place it for the stem

Monster Cookie Critters

• Once the white chocolate is melted add one to two drops of green food coloring or pink food coloring and mix until fully combine.  
• Dip the Oreo cookie into the green or pink colored white chocolate, gently shake the excess white chocolate off and place on a sheet pan to allow the chooclate to dry
• While the cookie critters are drying, place the candy eye balls on the critter for a monster scary look
• Once the Halloween Cookie Critters are dried, place them on a serving platter or package for gifting

Nutrition

Serving: 12cookies | Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg

This Peach Almond Galette is a delicious way to showcase fresh summer peaches. Whether you are serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoying a slice with your morning coffee, it is sure to become a favorite in your summer baking repertoire.

There is something incredibly satisfying about making a pie from scratch and this one is a great way to start. The combination of a flakey Cream Cheese Pie Dough or you can use our favorite Perfect Pie Dough, a rich and creamy frangipane (almond cream) filling and juicy fresh peaches creates a dessert that is both rustic and elegant.

This Peach Almond Galette is a testament to the beauty of easy summer baking. Let's dive into the recipe and some tips to ensure your galette turns out perfectly every time.

Ingredient Notes

Cream Cheese Dough
The cream cheese dough is the base for this Peach Almond Galette and creates a slightly different texture and flavor than a classic pie dough.  You can definitely substitute a classic pie dough recipe in for this galette but the cream cheese dough really goes great with the fresh peach flavor.  This dough can be made in a mixer using a method of cutting the butter and cream cheese into the flour to create a small pea size crumble.  Once that texture is achieved adding water will bring the dough together.  This dough needs to be chilled for approximately thirty minutes and then can be rolled out into a disk to start forming the galette.

Frangipane
Frangipane is a sweet filling made with almond paste and can be used in so many different desserts, but I love frangipane as a filling in tarts.  The frangipane combined with fresh peaches and cream cheese dough makes the perfect combination. 

Peaches
Fresh peaches are best for peach pie, but you can use frozen peaches if that is all you have. If you are using frozen peaches, make sure to thaw them before using. When choosing fresh peaches, make sure that the peaches are ripe but not too soft to the touch…you don't want mushy peaches.

Tips for the Perfect Summer Pies

1. Use Cold Ingredients: Most important is to make sure that your butter and water are cold to create a flaky crust and chill the dough before roll out.
2. Don't Overwork the Dough: Mix the dough until all the ingredients just come together. Overworking the dough will result in a touch texture.
3. Choose Ripe Peaches: choose ripe but firm peaches for the best flavor and texture. Overripe peaches will make the filling to watery.
4. Chill Before Baking: Once the galette or pie is assembled, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to allow the dough to set.
5. Egg Wash: Brushing the dough with an egg wash will give the crust a beautiful golden color and shine.
6. Cool Before Cutting: Allow the galette or pie to cool for 15-20 minutes before cutting. This will allow the filling to set and will make cutting easier.

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Peach Almond Galette

Peach season calls for the perfect Peach Almond Galette!  A rustic style tart made with a cream cheese dough, frangipane almond cream filling and fresh sliced peaches makes for one awesome summer dessert!

Servings 6 Servings

Calories 561kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Pie Dough

• 1 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• ½ Cup Unsalted Butter Cold
• 4 ounces Cream Cheese Cold
• 2-3 Tablespoons Cold Water

Frangipane (Almond Cream)

• ½ Cup Almond Paste
• ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 Tablespoon Butter unsalted
• 2 Tablespoon Cake Flour
• 1 Eggs

Peach Filling

• 3 Peaches peeled, seed removed and sliced
• ¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar
• 1 Tablespoon All Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• Zest of 1 Lemon

Garnish

• ¼ Cup Sliced Almonds
• 1 Tablespoon Sugar in the Raw

Instructions

Cream Cheese Pie Dough

• In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment, combine the flour and salt together
• Turn the mixer on low speed and slowly add in the cold and cubed butter and cold and cubed cream cheese
• Once all the butter and cream cheese are incorporated, keep the speed on low until the flour resembles coarse crumbs
• Add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until the dough is the right consistency and begins to form a ball
• Remove the dough from the mixing bowl and press the dough ball into a disk, wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes 

Frangipane (Almond Cream)

• Cream the butter and sugar together in a mixer with paddle attachment
• Add almond paste and cream together until fully combined
• Add egg to the almond paste mixture and mix until incorporated
• Add in cake flour and mix until there are no lumps and all ingredients have come together
• Use immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use

Peach Filling

• Remove the skin of the peaches: slice a cross on the bottom of the peach, place the peaches in boiling water for one minutes and using a slotted spoon transfer the peaches to an ice bath (bowl of ice and water) until they are cooled down.  Starting at the cross, remove the skin of the peach
• Cut the peach in half and remove the seed; slice into 1 inch thick pieces
• In a medium bowl combine the peach slices, light brown sugar, flour, vanilla extract and lemon zest; stir to combine 

Assemble Peach Galette

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
• Once the pie dough has chilled for 30 minutes, flour the surface and roll the cream cheese pie dough out to 12 inches round
• Place the 12 inch disk of dough on a baking sheet and spread the frangipane (almond cream in the center of the pie dough, leaving about a one inch perimeter
• Scoop the Peach Filling into the center of the pie dough to cover the frangipane filling
• Fold the edges of the pie dough in to form the Peach Almond Galette 
• Using a pastry brush, egg wash the pie dough and sprinkle the wet egg wash with sliced almonds and sugar in the raw
• Bake the Peach Almond Galette for 25-30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through
• Allow the Galette to cool for 10 minutes to allow the filling to set before serving!   

Notes

Egg Wash
1 egg
1 teaspoon water

Whisk together and using a pastry brush, brush on the dough of the galette before it is baked

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 1023IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2mg