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Turkey Pinwheels with cheddar, bacon, and ranch are an easy snack that’s perfect for a quick lunch, game day, holiday appetizers, and more.

Are you ready for some quick and easy recipes? With the holidays behind us, it is time to get back to the regular routine.

For us, that means doing a little prep at the start of the week so we have some quick grab-n-go snacks to keep us going throughout the day.

This post is sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc. All comments and opinions are my own.

The first thing I do to prepare is head to my local Jewel store and pick up what I need for the week. In my plan for getting back on track, I made sure to pick up Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, TortillaLand tortillas, Jimmy Dean Delights, and Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast Strips.

My local Jewel store is convenient, affordable, and allows for easy, stress-free shopping through the app and Diver Up & Go pick-up of my order.

turkey and cheese pinwheels

As busy as life is here, I found that the only way we can all stay consistent with remembering to eat and choosing options that are better for us is to plan ahead and make snacks readily available for our grab-n-go lifestyle.

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This is why I chose to make these delicious turkey pinwheels. The family loves having pinwheels and adding the cream cheese with cheddar, bacon, and ranch is a huge WIN.

I can also change it up and make Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast Strips, chop them up, and add it to the cheese mixture in place of the Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast for added variety.

turkey pinwheel recipe

Here are some commonly asked questions

Why choose TortillaLand tortillas?

I grew up making homemade tortillas. I love TortillaLand tortillas because they take all the mess out of making them but give me all the wonderful flavor and texture I know and love without making them from scratch.
TortillaLand tortillas are made without preservatives, contain no cholesterol and have 0 trans fats per serving.
They are convenient and easy for me to cook – each one ready in 60 seconds.
There’s nothing more delicious than a warm, freshly-cooked tortilla!
They are super soft and have that wonderful stretch you get with a warm tortilla.

How many turkey pinwheels can I make?

Typically, you will get about 7 pinwheels from one tortilla roll if you are using the smaller, soft taco size tortillas. So, if you are making them for a party, you will likely need to make multiple rolls.

But this recipe is very versatile and can be adjusted to serve as many as you need. The cream cheese mixture listed here is enough for about 6 tortillas.

turkey pinwheel

Can these be made with chicken instead of turkey?

Yes – making these pinwheels is easy with either the Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast Strips or the Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast. That’s what I love about these pinwheels – I can easily change up the ingredients and make them work for what I have.

What type of cream cheese should I use?

You can use either regular or neufchâtel cream cheese for this recipe. Neufchâtel cream cheese has about 1/3 the fat of regular cream cheese, so that is another option. However, both types will work well in this recipe.

bacon cheddar ranch pinwheels

What if I don’t have ranch seasoning?

The good news is that I have a recipe for homemade ranch here. But if you find that you don’t have ranch seasoning, you can mix together the following before getting started…

1/2 teaspoon each of dried parsley, dried Italian seasoning & garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon each of dried dill, celery salt

Ingredients for Turkey Pinwheels

TortillaLand tortillas – soft taco size
cream cheese – room temperature
shredded cheddar cheese or Colby Jack
real crumbled bacon or freshly cooked bacon- chopped
fried onions
milk
parsley or minced chives
ranch seasoning – just the dry powder
granulated garlic – not garlic salt
table salt
pepper
Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

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Are turkey pinwheels good for snacks or appetizers?

Both! They are perfect for snacks because they are small and easy to eat. And they are also great appetizers because they can be served at room temperature or cold.

How to Make Turkey Pinwheels

Cook the tortillas to the package directions. Set aside on a plate.
Combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon crumbles, fried onions, milk, parsley, ranch seasoning, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well until completely combined.
Spread the mixture onto the fresh tortillas.
Top with 2 slices of deli turkey per tortilla.
Roll the tortillas tightly and then place them on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes for the cream cheese to firm up again.
Slice into 1″ thick rolls – discarding the ends or make those your “taste-testing” pieces to snack on while you work.
Arrange on a serving plate or platter. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

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Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these ahead of time. Just store them in an airtight container in the fridge until you are ready to serve them. They will last for about 2-3 days in the fridge.

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What I love about Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

I really love using Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Lunchmeat because it is sliced ultra-thin – making it easy to roll in these pinwheels. It is made with no artificial preservatives and no artificial flavors – which is really important to me. I love that it is juicy, flavorful, absolutely mouthwatering, and perfectly tender.

What to pair with Jimmy Dean Delights

We love keeping Jimmy Dean Delights on hand because our mornings are hectic. They are ready super quick making it easy to have a nice warm breakfast and still keep to the schedule. Here are a couple of recipes we like to pair with this tasty morning meal.

chicken bacon ranch pinwheels

Dinner Ideas for Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast Strips

The Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast Strips are great because they are made with real, white meat chicken, contain no artificial ingredients or preservatives, and are minimally processed. They are convenient because they are already fully cooked – making meal prep FAST! Try using them in the following recipe ideas…

chicken fajitas
chicken alfredo
tacos
BBQ chicken sandwich
served over rice with a bit of gravy

pinwheel turkey

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Turkey Pinwheels

Turkey Pinwheels with cheddar, bacon, and ranch are an easy snack that’s perfect for a quick lunch, game day, holiday appetizers, and more.

Prep Time12

Chill1

Total Time1 12

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon, cheddar, pinwheel, ranch, turkey

Servings: pinwheels

Ingredients

5-6 TortillaLand tortillas – soft taco size
8 ounces cream cheese – room temperature
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Colby Jack
½ cup real crumbled bacon or freshly cooked bacon- chopped
¼ cup fried onions
2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp parsley or minced chives
1 tbsp ranch seasoning just the dry powder
½ tsp granulated garlic not garlic salt
⅛ tsp table salt
⅛ tsp pepper
10-12 slices Hillshire Farm Turkey Lunchmeat

Instructions

Cook the tortillas to the package directions. Set aside on a plate.
Combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon crumbles, fried onions, milk, parsley, ranch seasoning, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well until completely combined.
Spread the mixture onto the fresh tortillas.
Top with 2 slices of deli turkey per tortilla.
Roll the tortillas tightly and then place them on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes for the cream cheese to firm up again.
Slice into 1″ thick rolls – discarding the ends or make those your “taste-testing” pieces to snack on while you work.
Arrange on a serving plate or platter. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Egg Roll Bowl

By Kleinworth & Co 1 Comment

All the flavor of an egg roll in a bowl! This quick and easy Egg Roll Bowl recipe is perfect for any night of the week.

Who loves egg rolls? My daughter LOVES them so much. But since we moved we don’t have our favorite take-out places near by anymore. So we have to make our own favorite recipes.

We decided to change it up and make the egg roll filling into a stand-alone dinner and not fry it into the egg roll wrapper. This is a very popular practice among those that are looking to go low-carb and ditch the fried outer shell. I have to say – with as much as I do love that crunchy wrap – this egg roll bowl recipe is positively delicious. Pair this with my Instant Pot White Rice too!

Egg Roll Bowl

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The best part about this recipe is that it is completely customizeable. So if we are missing an ingredient or we happen to be craving a different protein that day – we can swap it all in and out quite easily.

This makes it so simple to keep everyone happy and have a variety. I wonder which one will end up being your favorite. Check out all the details below. I can’t wait for you to give it a try.

egg roll in a bowl recipe

Here are some commonly asked questions

How is egg roll in a bowl different than an egg roll?

There is no egg roll wrapper so the filling ingredients will add more liquid than you would see inside an egg roll wrapper.

Does egg roll have vegetables?

Yes, it usually has cabbage, carrots and onions but much of that can be substituted with other ingredients of your choosing.

deconstructed egg roll

Why did I name this egg roll in a bowl?

The egg roll ingredients are served in a bowl…so it’s egg roll in a bowl. It’s also easy to make…so egg roll in a bowl makes sense too.

Pro Tip – cut prep time by using a bag of coleslaw mix in place of the veggies.

What is egg roll sauce?

That depends on where you live. In the US these are usually served with sweet and sour sauce or duck sauce (which is thicker than sweet and sour sauce). In other countries egg rolls might be served with soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil or even ketchup.

keto egg roll in a bowl

Ingredients for Egg Roll Bowl

oil
ground beef
spring onions – sliced
garlic cloves – minced
white cabbage shredded
grated carrots – tightly packed
mung bean sprouts – lightly packed – optional

For the sauce

dark soy sauce
fresh ginger – grated or finely minced
sriracha sauce

For garnish

Spring onion rings and sesame seeds.
Serve also with sweet and sour chili sauce if you like.

egg roll in a bowl keto

How to Make an Egg Roll Bowl

Heat the oil in a big pan over high heat.
Add the beef and cook until not longer pink, breaking it up while cooking. (drain if there is a lot of fat released)
Add the spring onions and the garlic and cook another for 1-2 minutes until onions start to soften.
Toss in the cabbage, carrots and mung bean sprouts and stir.
Mix the ingredients for the sauce (soy sauce, ginger, sriracha sauce) in a small bowl and then pour into the pan.
Give everything another stir and cook on low to medium heat until the vegetables have desired softness. (note 5)
Add salt, pepper and chili to taste and serve hot with some sprinkled spring onions and sesame seeds.

easy egg roll in a bowl

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, that works very well. This dish reheats well and keeps for up to 3 days in the fridge if tightly wrapped.

How do I double this recipe?

This dinner recipe doubles well. Just click the button in the recipe card to show the ingredient quantities for double the amount. Just make sure that you have a large enough wok or skillet to handle the increase in the volume of the ingredients.

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Can I freeze this?

Yes, this freezes well, just place the leftovers in an airtight container or zip-top bags and freeze for up to 6 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat in the microwave with a splash of water and a loose lid on top to help it to steam.

Variations

You can also use packed coleslaw vegetables instead of cutting it yourself.

If you like you can play around with the vegetables, bell peppers, mushrooms or broccoli fit very nicely.

Use sesame oil instead of the neutral oil to add some more flavor.

Can this be added to an eggroll wrapper for making eggrolls?

Yep – you bet! Just take the prepared recipe and portion about 1-2 tablespons of it into an egg roll wrapper. Fold it up and fry it in hot peanut or sesame oil until golden brown. Place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain before serving.

inside out egg roll

Recipe Notes:

You can also use ground pork or turkey.
If you don´t want to use mung bean sprouts you can just leave them out or substitute by adding more cabbage instead.
You can also use ground ginger, use around 1 teaspoon instead.
Leave out or substitute with hot or chili sauce.
Cooking time depends on how thick you’ve cut the vegetables. I like to cut it very thinly and therefore the cooking time is only around 7-9 minutes.

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Egg Roll Bowl

All the flavor of an egg roll in a bowl! This quick and easy Egg Roll Bowl recipe is perfect for any night of the week.

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: egg roll

Servings:

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 pounds ground beef note 1
2 spring onions sliced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 pounds white cabbage shredded (around ½ small head)
2 cups grated carrots tightly packed
2 cups mung bean sprouts lightly packed – optional (note 2)

For the sauce

6 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated or finely minced (note 3)
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce note 4

For garnish

Spring onion rings and sesame seeds.
Serve also with sweet and sour chili sauce if you like.

Instructions

Heat the oil in a big pan over high heat.
Add the beef and cook until not longer pink, breaking it up while cooking. (drain if there is a lot of fat released)
Add the spring onions and the garlic and cook another for 1-2 minutes until onions start to soften.
Toss in the cabbage, carrots and mung bean sprouts and stir.
Mix the ingredients for the sauce (soy sauce, ginger, sriracha sauce) in a small bowl and then pour into the pan.
Give everything another stir and cook on low to medium heat until the vegetables have desired softness. (note 5)
Add salt, pepper and chili to taste and serve hot with some sprinkled spring onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Note 1: You can also use ground pork or turkey.
Note 2: If you don´t want to use mung bean sprouts you can just leave them out or substitute by adding more cabbage instead.
Note 3: You can also use ground ginger, use around 1 teaspoon instead.
Note 4: Leave out or substitute with hot or chili sauce.
Note 5: Cooking time depends on how thick you’ve cut the vegetables. I like to cut it very thinly and therefore the cooking time is only around 7-9 minutes.

Variations

You can also use packed coleslaw vegetables instead of cutting it yourself.

If you like you can play around with the vegetables, bell peppers, mushrooms or broccoli fit very nicely.

Use sesame oil instead of the neutral oil to add some more flavor.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy dinner that the whole family will love. Great for busy weeknights, potlucks, and more.

Looking to turn up the heat on your next meal? Our Buffalo Chicken Pasta, made in the Instant Pot, merges the tangy heat of buffalo wings with creamy, cheesy pasta in a hearty, satisfying dish.

With flavors that pop and ease of preparation that will leave you stress-free, this recipe is perfect for those busy weeknight dinners or a new recipe to wow your family and friends.

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Instant Pot White Rice

Instant Pot White Rice will simplify your mealtime prep. Light and fluffy rice, perfect every time AND faster than a rice cooker.

The Instant Pot has changed the way we cook rice. No more standing over a pot of boiling water or waiting for it to finish in the microwave! This instant pot white rice recipe is so easy and it’s ready in minutes.

Skip the stove with all those steps and make rice in the instant pot instead! Quick easy and you can just toss it in and not have to wait for the water to boil. No hovering over the stove is involved with this perfect rice every time.

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For the first half of our marriage, we made the boil in a bag rice. But then we learned just how awful it is to cook your food in plastics. So we bought a rice cooker.

We have been using that rice cooker for a good 10+ years. That is until we picked up our first Instant Pot.

Making the rice in the pressure cooker (while quite similar to the rice cooker) is so much faster than in the rice cooker. The steps are pretty much the same, but we don’t have to sit and wait while the rice cooker is still doing its thing. When the Instant Pot is done, we are ready to eat.

If you’re looking for a foolproof way to make perfect white rice, this is for you. Using an electric pressure cooker to cook rice is a game-changer – it’s faster and easier than using a stovetop method, and yields perfectly cooked, fluffy rice every time.

Instant Pot Long Grain White Rice

Here are some commonly asked questions

Can I use the “rice” setting on my Instant Pot?

Yes! If you are using a name-brand Instant Pot, the rice setting is specifically calibrated to cook white rice. This should take 10-12 minutes and then an additional 15 minutes of natural pressure release.

How do I know how much water to add?

Most pressure cookers have water line markings on the inside of the bowl to aid with adding just the right amount of water. If you have an Instant Pot pressure cooker, these lines recommend a 1:1 ratio of rice to water and account for the displacement of water due to the rice in the bowl.

Can I cook meat and rice together in the Instant Pot?

Yes! Simply place your meat at the bottom of the Instant Pot insert so it has more direct contact with the heating element. Then, place the wire steamer rack over the meat and set the rice and water on top of the rack in a heat-tolerant bowl. This allows the two items to cook without interfering with one another, while still saving time by multitasking.

The time required to cook all items is dependent on the type of meat, the cut, and if it is precooked/frozen. Please be sure to refer to your instructions for how to cook the meat you chose.

Why do I have to rinse rice before cooking?

Rice has a starchy outer layer that binds the grains together. You can get nicely fluffy grains every time by rinsing the rice before cooking it!

Reasons the Rice Failed:

Too watery: It’s perfectly normal for the rice to be a little underdone, however too much water means your rice was insufficiently cooked.
Hard, chewy, or burnt: this can be a result of not enough water or releasing the pressure too soon, which results in the rice not being fully cooked.
Too mushy and sticky: too much water was added.

The water-to-rice ratio and the cooking time are the most crucial aspects of rice preparation. However, each grain is unique.

What if my pressure cooker does not have a “rice” button?

If your specific pressure cooker does not have a “rice” button, you will need to manually set the machine to “low pressure.” Then set your timer to hold pressure for 12 minutes and natural pressure release when done.

HOW TO STORE RICE

Alternatively, if you have any more rice, you may store or freeze it for later. However, in order to maintain food safety, you must take certain measures.

Rice that has not been cooked might be contaminated with spores of a microorganism that can survive cooking. If rice is left out at room temperature for too long, the germs may grow.

For leftover rice, store it in an airtight container or a sealed zip-top bag in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you don’t have enough storage space, keep the cooled rice in its original container or a tightly sealed zip-top bag. Rice should be refrigerated or frozen as soon as possible after cooking (within an hour).

Rice that has been cooked and refrigerated is usually good for two days or frozen rice for a month. Before eating, reheat the rice until it is steaming hot.

How to Reheat Rice in the Instant Pot

Store the leftover rice in a heat-proof glass container. When ready to reheat, place that container with the rice on the trivet in the Instant Pot.

Then add a cup of water to the bottom of the pot. Lock the lid on, set the knob to sealing, and press steam for 5 minutes. So a quick pressure release, and you are done!

Instant Pot White Rice Ingredients

white rice
water
butter – opt.
table salt – opt.

Can I use brown rice in an Instant Pot?

Yes, you can cook brown rice in an Instant Pot, but the cooking time will be longer – about 22 minutes. Keep in mind that brown rice generally requires more water than white rice, so you may need to adjust the ratio accordingly.

Why did my rice turn mushy?

There was either too much water or not enough rice. Watery rice can also be a sign that it was undercooked – which can be common as pressure cooker brands will vary in how they cook.

To address this problem, be sure to add less water, adjusting for the needs of your specific brand of pressure cooker.

How do I make this recipe at high altitude?

**Live at High Altitude – Because water boils at a lower temperature at high altitudes, and pressure cooking requires water to boil in order to work, some foods may need a little more cooking time.

When pressure cooking at high altitudes you want to make sure to add 5 percent to your cook time for every 1,000 feet above 2,000 feet elevation. For example, when we lived at 4,000+ feet I would add 10 percent to my cook time.

For a recipe that called for 20-minutes of cooking time, I would then cook for 22 minutes. When pressure cooking, 1-2 minutes can make all the difference in a recipe, unlike when cooking by traditional methods.

How to Make Instant Pot White Rice

Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse for 2-3 minutes until the water runs clear.
Once rinsed, transfer it to the insert of the instant pot along with the water, butter, and salt.
Lock the lid on, set the valve to sealing, and set the cooker to high pressure/manual for 3 minutes.
It will take about 7 minutes to pressurize before the 3 minutes will start counting down.
Once cooked, let it naturally release for 10 minutes. Then do a quick release of the remaining pressure.
Once the pin drops, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Can I cook multiple cups of rice at once?

Yes, you can cook multiple cups of rice at once in an Instant Pot – just be sure not to exceed the maximum capacity of your pot. For example, if you have a 6-quart pot, you can cook up to 3 cups of rice at once.

What is the difference between a pressure cooker and an instant pot?

By today’s definition, they are virtually the same – if you are talking about an electric pressure cooker. However, a traditional pressure cooker and an instant pot are two different cooking methods.

A traditional pressure cooker is a sealed metal container that cooks food quickly by steam under increased atmospheric pressure and heats the pot to boiling point.

An Instant Pot, on the other hand, is an electric-style pressure cooker that uses the same idea for cooking foods but can do so with very little liquid. They are incredibly efficient, safer than a traditional pressure cooker, and super easy to use too. Plus they come with a multitude of other functions making them great for quick meal prep.

RICE COOK TIMES

White Rice

Both Basmati and Jasmin cook for the exact same time as shown here, 3 minutes high pressure + NPR. I found that the thicker long-grain white rice turns out better with 4 minutes high pressure + NPR.

Brown Rice

For Basmati brown rice and short-grain brown rice – the Basmati will cook faster than the short grain. The thicker the individual grains, the longer they need.

Wild rice does need a long time regardless of its size. 22 minutes high pressure + NPR for the thin Basmati and 24 minutes for the thick short grain.

Sushi Rice

This one is not as sticky if you cook it for the 3 minutes we have here in the white rice recipe. Cook this for 5 minutes on high pressure + NPR.

Wild Rice

Whole unbroken (unburst) wild rice: 28 minutes, 30 minutes (some burst some unburst), 32 minutes (burst).

Red Rice and Black Rice

Both red rice and black rice can be pretty thick and will need a much longer time to cook through. 30 minutes high pressure + NPR.

Wild Rice Blend

Since you are dealing with several different kinds of rice that all have different cook times – try this at 28 minutes high-pressure + NPR. You may have to adjust depending on your mix.

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Instant Pot White Rice

Instant Pot White Rice will simplify your mealtime prep. Light and fluffy rice, perfect every time AND faster than a rice cooker.

Prep Time4

Cook Time3

Pressurize/Depressurize/Natural Release20

Total Time27

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: instant pot, pressure cooker, rice, white rice

Servings: cups cooked rice

Equipment

1 Instant Pot

Ingredients

1 cup white rice
1 cup water
2 tsp butter – opt.
¼ tsp table salt – opt.

Instructions

Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse for 2-3 minutes until the water runs clear.
Once rinsed, transfer it to the insert of the instant pot along with the water, butter and salt.
Lock the lid on, set the valve to sealing and set the cooker to high pressure/manual for 3 minutes.
It will take about 7 minutes to pressurize before the 3 minutes will start counting down.
Once cooked, let it naturally release for 10 minutes. Then do a quick release of the remaining pressure.
Once the pin drops, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

You can easily double or triple this recipe. However, you do not need to adjust the cooking times. I know, it sounds crazy, but don’t turn up the cooking time or you’ll have gross rice.

I used a 6-quart pot. However, none of the steps should change if your pot is smaller or bigger than mine.

I do not suggest using minute rice for this recipe. I use long grain white rice and it cooks up beautifully.

Bread Machine White Bread

By Kleinworth & Co 3 Comments

This versatile, light, and fluffy white bread is made in a bread machine and tastes great with butter and jam for breakfast or served with soup for lunch. Try it dipped in olive oil and balsamic vinegar to serve with dinner.

Did you get a new bread machine this year? I had one that was given to us when bread machines first came out – so this year I decided it was time for an upgrade.

So the first thing I did was test out one of the tried and true recipes I had been using for years. I was so pleased when it still worked in the new machine – I just had to share it with you all.

What I love about this recipe is that I can make a loaf from scratch. When my first machine came on the market, you had to buy the “mixes” to pour into it to make a loaf. It made no sense since you could buy a loaf at the store for less than the mix.

So for years, I played with how to make it without the mix and I was so pleased that it worked even with a new maker. YAY! I know you’ll love this as much as we do.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is White Bread?

White bread is also referred to as white loaf, sandwich loaf, or just simply white bread. In contrast to “whole wheat” or “wheat” – which refers to bread made with whole wheat flour.

The ingredients in the bread will depend on how you want your bread to taste. Oftentimes, white bread has sugar and milk added, which keep it soft. Salt is added for flavor, while oil, butter, or shortening gives white bread a great texture due to the fat that it adds to the bread.

How to Turn All-Purpose Flour into Bread Flour

You will find that bread flour has about 12 -14% protein while all-purpose comes in between 8-11%. I know that difference in the percentage might not seem like a lot, but it does make a difference in baking. So to make your own bread flour – follow this recipe…

1 Cup (minus 1 1/2 tsp) All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 tsp Vital Wheat Gluten

Then whisk the two ingredients together. Super simple! Adding the vital wheat gluten will give the all-purpose flour the added gluten content that it needs to make a beautiful bread recipe.

white bread recipe

Can this be made with all-purpose flour?

Yes – in general, you can swap all-purpose flour with bread flour and use them interchangeably. The result will be similar.

Bread flour has a higher protein level making the dough hold its shape and rise straight up – vs an all-purpose flour that will tend to want to spread out a bit more.

Can I use Gluten-Free flour?

I have not tried that yet. If you decide to give it a go, I would suggest using one that has a 1:1 ratio for the best possible results. Please let me know how it turns out. I’d love to share that with others.

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Ingredients for Bread Machine White Bread

water warmed to 110 degrees – the warmth helps the yeast to grow. Take care to not let it be too hot or cold ir it will kill the yeast.
granulated sugar – Sugar makes the loaf softer and inhibits yeast growth.
table salt – Salt is added for flavor.
vegetable oil
bread flour
active dry yeast

My dough didn’t rise, what happened?

Most of the time this means your water was either too hot or too cold. If it is too hot it will kill the yeast, too cold & it just won’t rise. I find that using a thermometer helps & bringing the water to 115-125 degrees is best.

white bread recipe for bread maker

How to Make Bread Machine White Bread

Place the ingredients into the bread machine in the order listed (water, sugar, salt, oil, bread flour and yeast).

To bake completely in the bread machine

Program using the white bread cycle.
If desired (and if your machine offers this option) when paddle signal sounds remove dough and kneading paddle, reshape dough and place it back into the bread pan to continue the baking process.
Allow to cool in the pan for ten minutes before removing and cooling completely on a wire rack.

If making regular loaves or rolls

Program to use the dough cycle or follow the manufacturer’s instructions for making dough.
Once the dough cycle is complete, punch the dough down and turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
Divide into two loaves or twelve rolls.
Place in greased bread loaf pans or in a greased casserole dish for rolls and allow to rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 24 minutes.

How do I properly measure the flour?

The official way is to spoon the flour into the measuring cup & level off. This makes sure the flour isn’t packed tightly into your measuring cup, adding more than you need, as that will make your recipe too dry.

bread maker white bread

What is the best way to store leftover white bread?

Just like you would bread from the store – you want to keep this bread in an airtight container or zip-top bag. Reducing the air to the bread will keep it fresh and from drying out.

I like to keep our bread refrigerated to prolong its life. When we lived in the desert – we would refrigerate it to keep it from drying out in the single-digit humidities.

But now that we live in a more most climate we keep it refrigerated to prevent mold and keep the climate more controlled.

Can the bread be frozen?

Yes – you can freeze this loaf of bread after it has been baked. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a zip-top bag. Use within 3 months. I have not tried freezing the dough for baking later, so I can’t give an accurate answer on that one.

white bread recipe for bread machine

NOTE – different manufacturers will have different times for different programs on their specific bread machines. This might be different than the cooking times listed in the recipe. This also applies to the different size bread machine loaves – a 1 pound loaf will have a different cooking time than a 2 or 3 pound loaf. Keep this in mind and always follow the instruction manual for your specific machine.

Why is the cooked dough so dense?

This dough should be light and fluffy as you see in the images here. If you find that your dough is not rising or it comes out more dense, please see the following suggestions below.

Kneading. The machine will do all this for you – that is the bonus and the best part about making the bread in the machine. So you shouldn’t have issues with this part.
Check that yeast. If your yeast doesn’t proof, it could either be expired or the temperature of the liquid wasn’t the right temperature and the yeast died. If the liquid is too cold and it will take much longer to proof, too hot or expired – and won’t grow at all.
Too much flour. Too much flour will make the dough dense. I know the inclination is to add more when the dough is sticky – make sure you are measuring the flour correctly so you don’t end up with too much or too little.

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What is the best yeast?

You can use rapid rise, premium, or whatever you have on hand. I buy my yeast in the bulk section of my store, so it’s not brand-name or anything fancy & it works just great.

Can this recipe be doubled?

So – since you can only make one loaf at a time in the machine- I would say no. But you can make the dough back to back in the machine and then bake all of the loaves together at the same time in the oven.

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Products I love when making bread machine bread…

This white bread recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade bread before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this bread machine recipe.

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Bread Machine White Bread

Prep Time5

Cook Time45

Cycle time – proofing / rising1 30

Total Time2 20

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bread, bread machine, white bread

Servings: loaf

Equipment

bread machine

Ingredients

1 cup water warmed to 110 degrees
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons table salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups bread flour
2 ¼ 1 packet teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions

Place the ingredients into the bread machine in the order listed (water, sugar, salt, oil, bread flour and yeast).

To bake completely in the bread machine

Program using the white bread cycle.
If desired (and if your machine offers this option) when paddle signal sounds remove dough and kneading paddle, reshape dough and place it back into the bread pan to continue the baking process.
Allow to cool in the pan for ten minutes before removing and cooling completely on a wire rack.

If making regular loaves or rolls

Program to use the dough cycle or follow the manufacturer’s instructions for making dough.
Once the dough cycle is complete, punch the dough down and turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
Divide into two loaves or twelve rolls.
Place in greased bread loaf pans or in a greased casserole dish for rolls and allow to rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 24 minutes.

Notes

Makes about 1 bread machine loaf, 2 regular loaves, or 12 rolls

NOTE – different manufacturers will have different times for different programs on their specific bread machines. This might be different than the cooking times listed above. This also applies to the different size bread machine loaves – a 1 pound loaf will have a different cooking time than a 2 or 3 pound loaf. Keep this in mind and always follow the instruction manual for your specific machine.

Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Warm up with this classic slow cooker potato soup. This comforting bowl has chunks of tender potatoes and is topped with cheese and bacon for extra flavor.

My friends – it WARMED UP to a whopping 9 degrees today here in north Idaho. That means I am in full hibernation mode and looking for warm comfort food.

So I pulled out the slow cooker and a handful of ingredients and whipped up this super simple potato soup. We let it cook while we cleared snow and then curled up next to the woodstove and warmed ourselves – inside and out.

If you love a good ol’ loaded baked potato – this soup will have you coming back for more. All the good stuff – potatoes, cheese, bacon, and sour cream. SO GOOD!

So incredibly simple to make and DELICIOUS. If you are looking for some serious comfort food – this is the recipe for you.

easy crockpot potato soup

Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store leftover soup?

Any extra soup can be stored in a shallow airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Why use a shallow container to store the leftovers?

Well, when the container is shallow, the contents chill faster than if you were to use a large, deep container. Ideally, you don’t want it to take too long for the leftovers to get to their chilled/stored temperature.

As I mentioned, if the food remains above about 35 degrees for more than 1 hour after cooking, the bacteria starts to grow.

crockpot potato soup recipe

Can this recipe be doubled?

Because of the space constraints with the size of the slow cooker, either 6 or 7 quarts – I don’t recommend doubling this recipe. This makes enough for 4-6 people, depending on the size of the appetites you are feeding.

Tips for the best potato soup

Use freshly grated cheese – instead of the pre-shredded kind. That has a flour coating on it to keep it from sticking – but that makes it melt differently.
Make the soup using either yukon gold potatoes – which are also referred to as gold or yellow – for the best flavor. You can also use Idaho or russet if needed.
If the soup is too thick – add a splash or milk or heavy cream to thin it out.
Using an immersion blender makes it fast to make the soup super creamy. Use caution if you want to leave a few chunks in there for texture.
Be sure to wash the potatoes well before slicing and chopping.

Can I use milk or half and half?

Absolutely. If you don’t happen to have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk, or half and half. My preference, in that case, is to use evaporated milk.

recipe for potato soup in crock pot

Ingredients for Potato Soup in the Slow Cooker

bacon for serving, optional
onion diced
potatoes peeled and diced ½ inch cubes
chicken stock or broth
salt
black pepper
heavy cream
cornstarch
cheddar cheese grated
sour cream

Serving

Green onions
Bread crackers or other toppings you like

Is it necessary to use a specific type of slow cooker?

No, not at all. The only thing you need to make sure of is that it is large enough to hold all of the ingredients. Keep in mind that ALL slow cookers cook a bit hotter or colder than their counterparts – so cooking times are approximate.

crockpot potato soup

How to Make Potato Soup in the Crockpot

Cut the bacon into 1 inch pieces and cook it over medium-high heat in a medium skillet. Cook until the bacon until crispy, remove from the pan, placing on a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve the bacon fat.
Add the diced onion to the pan in the bacon grease and cook until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
To a 6 quart crockpot add the potatoes, cooked onion, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or 6-8 hours on low or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
When the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher or immersion blender to slightly mash about half of the potatoes. The more you mash, the thicker the soup will be.
In a small jar with a lid, shake the cream and cornstarch until smooth, about 1 minute.
Pour cream mixture into the crockpot with 1 cup cheese and sour cream, stir to combine well.
Place the lid back on the crockpot and let the soup warm through on high, about 20 minutes or until thickened.
Serve the soup topped with cheese, green onions and the bacon.

Can you freeze Baked Potato Soup?

Sometimes potatoes have an odd texture once thawed. I don’t recommend freezing this soup for later. However I know plenty of people that have tried doing this and they say that as long as you give it a good stir before serving – it turns out fine. It might just be me with the texture issues.

potato soup in the crockpot

Can this be made vegetarian?

You bet! If you want to make this a vegetarian dish – omit the bacon and use veggie broth or water in place of the chicken stock. If you want to make it vegan – you can use your typical vegan options to replace the dairy products in the recipe. You may need to increase the seasonings as it will reduce the flavor when removing any of those particular ingredients from the recipe.

What to serve with crockpot potato soup

I love this soup because it goes with so many things. Because it is like a baked potato in a bowl it is versatile as a side dish with a steak or as the main dish. But we typically serve this as a main dish – so here are the recipes I pair with it most often.

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Can this soup be made with cream cheese?

I have heard that some people like to swap out the sour cream with cream cheese. This will work fine – just keep in mind that the cream cheese will lend a slightly sweeter flavor than the sour cream.

crock pot potato soup

Products I love when making slow cooker soups…

This easy crock pot soup recipe is SUPER delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade soup before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this simple dinner recipe.

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Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Warm up with this classic slow cooker potato soup. This comforting bowl has chunks of tender potatoes and is topped with cheese and bacon for extra flavor.

Prep Time15

Cook Time6

Total Time6 15

Course: dinner, Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon, cheese, crock pot, crockpot, potatoes, slow cooker

Servings:

Equipment

slow cooker
skillet

Ingredients

6 slices bacon for serving, optional
1 small onion diced
2 pounds potatoes peeled and diced ½ inch cubes
3 cups chicken stock or broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅔ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 cup cheddar cheese grated plus additional for serving
½ cup sour cream

Serving

Green onions
Bread crackers or other toppings you like

Instructions

Cut the bacon into 1 inch pieces and cook it over medium-high heat in a medium skillet. Cook until the bacon until crispy, remove from the pan, placing on a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve the bacon fat.
Add the diced onion to the pan in the bacon grease and cook until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
To a 6 quart crockpot add the potatoes, cooked onion, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or 6-8 hours on low or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
When the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher or immersion blender to slightly mash about half of the potatoes. The more you mash, the thicker the soup will be.
In a small jar with a lid, shake the cream and cornstarch until smooth, about 1 minute.
Pour cream mixture into the crockpot with 1 cup cheese and sour cream, stir to combine well.
Place the lid back on the crockpot and let the soup warm through on high, about 20 minutes or until thickened.
Serve the soup topped with cheese, green onions and the bacon.

Breakfast Burritos

Loaded with sausage, hash browns, cheese, and peppers, these Breakfast Burritos are the perfect food to keep you going all morning long.

I love a good hearty breakfast. But I don’t always have the time to make it or to sit down and enjoy it. So we like to make breakfast burritos in bulk for quick, on-the-go meals,

These are especially great for the kids and their busy schedules. It ensures they have something warm and delicious for breakfast – even if they are hurried to get out the door. Not to mention – these are great for camping too.

Everything you love about breakfast is right there in the wrap or tortilla. That delicious breakfast sausage mixed with the hashbrowns and cheese and eggs – what more could you want?

The best part about these is that I can make a WHOLE BUNCH and store them away. Making sure we have breakfast for a while is so simple. I know you will love this recipe – check out how you can make them too!

breakfast wrap

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to Store Breakfast Burritos

When you’re done making Breakfast Burritos, it’s time to store them. There are a few ways to do this:

You can wrap Breakfast Burritos in plastic and keep them in the fridge like that for up to 3 days or put Breakfast Burritos into an airtight container and freeze them for up to 1 month.

Breakfast Burritos can also be wrapped in aluminum foil and frozen for up to 1 month which is really nice if Breakfast Burritos are something that you always have on hand throughout the year, you just take Breakfast Burritos out of the freezer when they’re frozen solid and let them thaw out in the fridge overnight.

What are Breakfast Burritos?

Breakfast Burritos are tortillas filled with eggs, meat, cheese, and other Breakfast Burrito fillers. Breakfast Burritos can be eaten at any time of the day but Breakfast Burritos are usually eaten for breakfast.

Can I change the ingredients added to these burritos?

Yes, sometimes I like to add some bacon, a sausage link, or some ham or black beans. You can also try sausage chunks, bacon bits, jalapenos, onion pieces, and other types of cheese.

Another option is to use a spinach wrap instead of tortillas. I also like to use pita pockets for this recipe to change it up.

What to serve with this easy breakfast recipe

ingredients for breakfast burritos

canola or olive oil
frozen cubed hash browns
breakfast sausage
yellow onion finely diced
green or red bell pepper or a combination, finely diced
large eggs
Salt and pepper to taste
cheddar cheese shredded
Mexican or monterey jack cheese shredded
flour tortillas

Serving options

salsa
hot sauce
Sour cream
cilantro
green onions

How to Make freezer breakfast burritos Vegetarian

Making these burritos vegetarian is simple. Just leave out the sausage and replace it with cooked eggplant or other veggies you like to enjoy. Possibly squash or zucchini.

how to make breakfast burritos

Heat the oil in a large skillet.
Cook the hash browns until golden brown, remove from the pan onto paper towel-lined plate.
Add the sausage, onion, and peppers to the skillet and cook until no pink remains, drain if necessary.
Add the cooked hash browns back to the pan.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten.
Pour the wicked eggs into the skillet with the sausage and hashbrowns and cook until set, stirring frequently.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Heat the tortillas in the microwave for 8-10 seconds each to make it easier to roll them.
Spoon the cooked filling onto the bottom ⅓ of each tortilla.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Fold in the sides and then the ends over and rolling up as tightly as possible.
Serve immediately or freeze.

To freeze and reheat:

Wrap the burritos in foil or parchment paper.
Add to a freezer-safe resealable bag or container.
Freeze for up to 1 month.

To reheat:

Place 1 burrito on a microwave safe plate or dish and cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.
Let rest for 30 seconds before eating.

Tips for making the best homemade breakfast burritos

Always start with fresh, room-temperature tortillas. It will be so much more difficult to roll the tortillas if they are cold or stale. You want them super soft and stretchy for the best rolling.
Try using a tortilla warmer to help the tortillas stay perfectly soft.
If you don’t have a tortilla warmer – try placing them on a plate – sandwiched between 2 damp paper towels. Then microwave for several seconds at a time.
Don’t over-stuff the tortilla. This will only cause them to break – which defeats the whole purpose of making breakfast portable.

Are these morning wraps healthy?

That depends on how you look at it. The fillers can include meat and veggies along with eggs and cheese which means they are full of protein and iron. They can also contain calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and other nutrients that keep them healthy in addition to making them flavorful.

However- they are usually high in calories because the fillers can include eggs, cheese, and other ingredients that are high in fat. You have to weigh the fact that they are full of nutrients which can make them healthy to eat on a regular basis.

Where did Breakfast Burritos originate?

These originated where I grew up in Southern California, which is why they are a staple for me. There they’re served in restaurants and by street vendors throughout the state.

They are recognized as a regional breakfast dish of Southern California, Northern California, and San Diego in particular (even though San Diego falls in the Southern California category).

The breakfast wraps are also popular in New Mexico where the fillers can include green chiles, pork and are often seasoned with chili powder. SO GOOD!

It is no surprise that breakfast burritos were created in San Diego when a burrito vendor added breakfast ingredients to a burrito at the request of one of his English-speaking customers who wanted breakfast ingredients instead of what was on the menu.

I’m so very glad he made that request. I don’t know what I would do without this delicious morning recipe that has been a part of my life for decades now.

soft tortillas for breakfast in a burrito

Products I love when making breakfast burritos…

This breakfast burrito recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made breakfast burritos before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this delicious morning recipe.

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Breakfast Burritos

Loaded with sausage, hash browns, cheese, and peppers, these Breakfast Burritos are the perfect food to keep you going all morning long.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Breakfast, dinner, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: breakfast, burrito, cheese, eggs, hash browns, sausage

Servings: burritos

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola or olive oil
1 ½ cups frozen cubed hash browns
1 pound breakfast sausage
¼ cup yellow onion finely diced
¼ cup green or red bell pepper or a combination, finely diced
8 large eggs
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup Mexican or monterey jack cheese shredded
8 flour tortillas

Serving options

salsa
hot sauce
Sour cream
cilantro
green onions

Instructions

Heat the oil in a large skillet.
Cook the hash browns until golden brown, remove from the pan onto paper towel-lined plate.
Add the sausage, onion, and peppers to the skillet and cook until no pink remains, drain if necessary.
Add the cooked hash browns back to the pan.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten.
Pour the wicked eggs into the skillet with the sausage and hashbrowns and cook until set, stirring frequently.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Heat the tortillas in the microwave for 8-10 seconds each to make it easier to roll them.
Spoon the cooked filling onto the bottom ⅓ of each tortilla.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Fold in the sides and then the ends over and rolling up as tightly as possible.
Serve immediately or freeze.

To freeze and reheat:

Wrap the burritos in foil or parchment paper.
Add to a freezer-safe resealable bag or container.
Freeze for up to 1 month.

To reheat;

Place 1 burrito on a microwave safe plate or dish and cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.
Let rest for 30 seconds before eating.

Lemon Pepper Wings – Air Fryer

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings are crispy, juicy, and will leave you drooling for more. Perfect for game day or any get-together with friends and family!

Who loves chicken wings? I’m all about the chicken wings when it comes to our party spread. I can’t get enough!

We used to spend all day in the kitchen making wings for our game day snacks – until I got my first air fryer many years ago. It was a complete game-changer and makes making wings so incredibly easy.

These lemon pepper wings are so simple to make. Just toss in the seasonings mixture and then pop them in the air fryer. The hardest part is having to do them in batches because I eat them almost as fast as they come out of the air fryer.

If you love chicken wings as much as we do – I know you will love these. No more having to go to the local wing restaurant, you can enjoy them in the comfort of your own home – quickly and easily.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

Similar to a convection oven, it circulates the hot air within the cooking area using a high-powered fan. This helps evenly distribute the heat around the food which not only creates more evenly cooked food but also reduced cooking times.

By circulating the hot air, which contains the fine oil droplets from adding a light mist layer before cooking, and allows you to remove the need for submerging our foods in heavy oils to create the deliciously crunchy foods we all love.

Please do not use a non-stick cooking spray in your air fryer basket. It will leave a film that cooks on and can’t be easily removed. Over time this will build up and cause the air fryer to smoke while it is cooking. It is best to use either a light spritz of cooking oil or a perforated parchment sheet made for air fryers.

What are the benefits of air frying?

Healthier

It’s no secret that fried foods are more fattening – but did you know that there are 9 calories in every gram of fat? With air frying, we can reduce the fat by removing most of the oils usually needed to create crunchy foods. This helps to drastically reduce fat intake and calories.

Convenience

I love being able to cook with my air fryer and eliminate the need for large baking sheets and lots of pots and pans. Most of my air fryer recipes can be made with just a mixing bowl or two or a small saucepan in addition to my air fryer.

Energy Efficient

Someone said to me once, “why make this in the air fryer if you can do it the conventional way in the same amount of time?” Well, air frying helps eliminate the need for a conventional oven.

Not only can you keep your home cooler in the summer by not using the oven, but you are saving money with reduced energy consumption costs as well.

Time Saver

I don’t know about you, but if I can avoid turning on the oven and having to wait 20 minutes for it to preheat, I’m happy about that. Most air fryer recipes either don’t require that you preheat the fryer – or the preheat time is 5 minutes or less. That is a huge time saver over using the oven.

Take it on the go

I love that the air fryer is compact and easy to take along on trips. We pack ours in our RV and find that air fryer cooking while camping is so much easier than trying to deep fry foods on a small RV stove or camping burner.

Can these be tossed in sauce?

You bet – just keep the sauce layer light. You don’t want to drown the wings in the sauce because then the nice crispy outside will soak up too much and they will become soggy.

No one likes soggy chicken wings. We prefer to just dip the wings in the preferred sauce as we eat them so they maintain their crispiness.

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What oil sprayer do you use?

First, let me say that I highly recommend that you do not use cooking spray. It will leave a residue on your air fryer basket & cause it to smoke when you use it.

I really like this spray bottle – because it gives a nice mist & sprays consistently each time using just olive, vegetable, or canola oil. I couldn’t air fry easily without it.

Can lemon pepper wings be cooked in the oven or stovetop?

Lemon pepper wings can also be cooked in the oven by baking or cooked stovetop by frying in oil. You can also cook them on the grill if you desire. Be sure to check out our other wing recipes here for directions on these other methods of making wings.

Ingredients for Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

chicken wings medium size, raw
cornstarch
lemon pepper
garlic powder
Sea salt – to taste

Can I use flour instead of cornstarch?

Yes – you can use flour, but keep the coating very light and thin. We use cornstarch in this recipe because it has a lighter texture and gives a better crisp on the chicken.

This is very important because we are not frying them in oil – so we don’t want the “breading” to be too heavy, which can result in a soggy texture if not cooked long enough.

Why use a shallow container to store the leftovers?

If the food remains above about 35 degrees for more than 1 hour after cooking, the bacteria starts to grow.

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How to Make Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings in the Air Fryer

Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and pat them dry with a paper towel to soak up any moisture that may be on them.
Preheat the air fryer to 360 F | 180 C.
Spray the air fryer basket with a light mist of cooking oil. (not non-stick cooking spray – see notes)
Sprinkle the wings with cornstarch, sea salt, lemon pepper and garlic powder.
Toss and make sure all wings are coated.
Place the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. I cooked in 3 batches.
Spray the coated wings with oil.
Cook for 12 minutes. Toss, spray that side with oil and cook for another 10 minutes.
Increase the heat to 400 F | 200 C and air fry until crispy. About 4 minutes.
Serve immediately with your favorite dip.

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

Why is my food dry, chewy, or not crisp?

Most people think that air frying is done completely without oil. However, you need just a little bit of oil so the machine can circulate those tiny oil droplets, which is what makes air frying create deliciously crisp and crunchy food.

So when your food isn’t turning out as expected, it is usually that you aren’t actually adding enough oil to the recipe. If those oil droplets aren’t present, all you are doing is baking your food, resulting in a less flavorful taste and texture. Be sure to not skip the step of spritzing the food with oil if the recipe calls for it.

Can this recipe be doubled?

I usually like to double this recipe when having friends over. I also like to double this recipe so we have lots of leftovers in anticipation of a busy week ahead. It is so nice to not have to cook for a night or two.

That being said, because of the space constraints of the air fryer – it does take a bit longer to double the recipe and cook all of the batches of wings.

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how to make Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

How many calories air fried chicken wings?

Lemon pepper chicken wings are 201 calories for 5 lemon pepper chicken wings.

How do you reheat chicken wings?

To reheat chicken wings, you should place them back into the air fryer. Cook at 350 for several minutes or until hot again! This will ensure that they remain crisp and do not get soggy like they would in the microwave.

Air Frying Doneness Tip

Every air fryer is a bit different and they all cook at different rates – so in general, all cooking times are approximate based on the pan and temperature.

You can always cook the recipe longer if needed and reduce the heat a bit. If needed, you can tent the top if it is browning too much.

I have a bake option and other special features on my air fryer, is that the setting? Or do you put it on “air fry” setting?

All of my recipes were created with an air fryer that had only a temperature & timer setting – since not all air fryers have all the additional settings.

You can use the bake setting when making recipes that you would traditionally bake – but if possible, please just set the temperature & time for this recipe.

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What air fryer do you use?

We actually have 3 air fryers. I have a smaller one from Phillips that we started with. I have since given that to my son since he’s only cooking for 1.

But the more I used the air fryer I realized I really wanted a digital screen. It wasn’t any more expensive, in fact- our XL air fryer from GoWISE was less expensive than the Phillips and I love its ease & extra functions.

Plus it comes with a lot of the extra accessories I like to use when cooking with my fryer.

But I when I started working on my second air fryer book, I wanted to change things up. I picked up this LARGE air fryer that has been wonderful. It has Touch Screen Presets plus it is XL Family Size, which is great!

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings are crispy, juicy, and will leave you drooling for more. Perfect for game day or any get-together with friends and family!

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fried, air fryer, chicken, lemon pepper

Servings:

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings medium size, raw (900 g) NOT FROZEN – THAW FIRST
1 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sea salt – to taste

Instructions

Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and pat them dry with a paper towel to soak up any moisture that may be on them.
Preheat the air fryer to 360 F | 180 C.
Spray the air fryer basket with a light mist of cooking oil. (not non-stick cooking spray – see notes)
Sprinkle the wings with cornstarch, sea salt, lemon pepper and garlic powder.
Toss and make sure all wings are coated.
Place the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. I cooked in 3 batches.
Spray the coated wings with oil.
Cook for 12 minutes. Toss, spray that side with oil and cook for another 10 minutes.
Increase the heat to 400 F | 200 C and air fry until crispy. About 4 minutes.
Serve immediately with your favorite dip.

Notes

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Pistachio Cookies

Soft, buttery cookies decorated with white chocolate and sliced pistachios make these the BEST Pistachio Cookies that everyone will love!

Looking for a festive cookie recipe to add to your Christmas baking list? Look no further! These pistachio cookies are easy to make and taste delicious.

They are great for serving at or bringing to a holiday party because they are so pretty. They are always the first thing to disappear whenever we make them for friends and family.

One of the things I love about these cookies is the pairing of the tender, buttery crumble of the cookie with the creaminess of the white chocolate coating.

Then you add the saltiness of the pistachios and it is a sweet and salty combo made in heaven. I know you’ll love these as much as we do.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store Pistachio Christmas Cookies?

I like to place mine in an airtight container and keep them at room temperature for up to 5 days. Just make sure the chocolate has been completely set before stacking the cookies into a container.

What are pistachio cookies?

Pistachio cookies are a type of cookie that is sometimes made with pistachios crushed into the dough or decorated on top as a garnish. They are often flavored with vanilla or almond extract and can be decorated with pistachios or other nuts.

White Chocolate Cookies with Pistachio

Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.

When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.

When were pistachio cookies invented?

Pistachio cookies were first made in the 1800s by Italian immigrants who brought pistachios over from Pistoia, Italy. The cookies became popularized by the pistachio ice cream industry, and have since become a popular holiday treat.

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Ingredients for Pistachio Cookies

corn starch
all-purpose flour
baking powder
salt
unsalted butter – room temperature
egg yolks
granulated sugar
lemon zest
vanilla extract

What are some variations of pistachio cookies?

Some variations of pistachio cookies include adding chocolate chips or dried fruit to the dough before baking.

You can also frost pistachio cookies with pistachio-flavored icing.

Another popular variation is to sandwich two pistachio cookies together with pistachio ice cream in the middle. Yum!

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mixing the cookie dough for Pistachio Cookies

How to Make Pistachio Cookies

In a large bowl whisk together the cornstarch, flour, corn starch, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
Combine the butter, egg yolks and sugar in a separate bowl. Using a stand or hand mixer, beat on a medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the color lightens and the texture is fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest and mix until combined.
Fold in the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Mix on low until just combined.
Transfer the dough onto a silicone mat and flatten (1/4-inch thick) using a rolling pin.
Place on a large cutting board, cover with plastic and freeze for 20 minutes.
Once the dough is chilled, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Use a star cookie cutter to cut the dough and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for about 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet before decorating.

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How to soften the butter to room temperature?

First

There are a couple of ways to do this. The first being that you can take the butter (& any other ingredients that need to be at room temperature) out, leave it on the counter for about 30 minutes while you prep for baking.

I usually start with all my chilled ingredients and pull everything I need out onto the counter before getting started – so I know for sure I have everything before I’m mid-way through I realize I’m out of something.

But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.

Second

I place the butter in the microwave – wrapped in the paper. (don’t do this if it is wrapped in foil) Then I microwave for 2 seconds – flip – go another 2 seconds – flip again – and continue for 2 seconds on each side.

This is usually enough to get it perfect – sometimes stopping before if it feels soft enough. Take care when doing this method – overly softened butter from the microwave WILL ALTER the end result of the recipe. Don’t over-do it.

Third

My third method is to place the wrapped butter sticks in a zip-top bag and place it in a bowl of warm water. I do this with the eggs too. If the water isn’t too hot it can be THE PERFECT way to get “room-temperature” ingredients.

Cute Christmas Cookies

Can the dough be frozen for later?

Yes – this dough can be frozen and baked later. If you would like to roll the dough prior to freezing, just roll between the plastic and then freeze. When you are ready to bake, let the dough sit at room temp for about 30 minutes – then cut the shapes and bake as directed.

How many cookies does this make?

This will depend on the size of the cookie cutters you choose to use. As you can see here – I used different sizes and ended up with about 30 cookies – including the small stars. If I had stopped with only the larger cutters, I would have had less.

Cut Out Pistachio Cookies

Can these cookies be made ahead of time?

You bet. This cookie dough can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days prior to baking.

Make sure to cover tightly with plastic wrap so it doesn’t dry out. You do not need to let it sit out at room temperature before rolling and baking. Just proceed with the recipe as written when you are ready to bake.

You can also bake ahead of time – store the baked cookies in an airtight container and then decorate later on.

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Ingredients for Decorating Pistachio Cookies

high quality white chocolate or chocolate chips
pistachio nuts – sliced
sugar pearls

Can I use a sugar substitute?

I have not personally tried it, so I can’t say how that would turn out. But if you would like to try it, I suggest a product that offers a 1:1 swap. Please let me know how it turns out.

How to Decorate Pistachio Cookies

Melt chocolate or chocolate chips as per package instructions.
Dip the top side of each cookie in melted chocolate, sprinkle with sliced pistachio and decorate with sugar pearls.
Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate is set. Enjoy!

Pistachio Christmas Cookies

Can these baked cookies be frozen?

Yes – the baked cookies will keep when frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap each cookie individually with plastic wrap and then place them all in an airtight container before freezing.

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How do I properly measure the flour and cornstarch?

The official way is to spoon the flour or corn starch into the measuring cup & level off. This makes sure the light and fluffy ingredients aren’t packed tightly into your measuring cup, adding more than you need, as that will make your recipe too dry. make sure to spoon and level when measuring.

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Can this recipe be made without a stand mixer?

I think you could possibly get away with using a hand mixer if you have firm beaters.

I don’t recommend using a whisk or even the whisk attachment on a stand mixer for this dough as a whisk isn’t strong enough for this dough.

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Do I really need to chill the dough?

Yes, Yes, Yes! Chilling the dough is important for a couple of reasons. First – while the dough is chilling the ingredients are coming together. It gives a better overall flavor to the cookie.

The second and probably even more important than the first – is that chilling helps the dough hold together during the baking process.

Without chilling, the dough would not only be too sticky to really it out and hold the shape once cut. But it would also spread way too much while baking – leaving flat and not very appealing cookies in the end. Please don’t skip the chilling process.

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Can this dough be rolled into balls like drop cookies?

I think that as long as the dough isn’t too large you can make them like drop cookies or rolled cookies. But rolling out with a rolling pin and using the cookie cutter makes them so much cuter.

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Pistachio Cookies

Soft, buttery cookies decorated with white chocolate and sliced pistachios make these the BEST Pistachio Cookies that everyone will love!

Prep Time20

Cook Time8

Chill20

Total Time48

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookie, pistachio, white chocolate

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

Cookies

1 ¼ cups corn starch 180 g
1 cup all-purpose flour 120g
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter room temperature (170g)
3 egg yolks
½ cup granulated sugar 100 g
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Decorate

7 oz high quality white chocolate or chocolate chips 200g
6-8 tablespoons pistachio nuts sliced
sugar pearls as needed

Instructions

Cookies

In a large bowl whisk together the cornstarch, flour, corn starch, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
Combine the butter, egg yolks and sugar in a separate bowl. Using a stand or hand mixer, beat on a medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the color lightens and the texture is fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest and mix until combined.
Fold in the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Mix on low until just combined.
Transfer the dough onto a silicone mat and flatten (1/4-inch thick) using a rolling pin.
Place on a large cutting board, cover with plastic and freeze for 20 minutes.
Once the dough is chilled, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Use a star cookie cutter to cut the dough and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for about 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet before decorating.

Decorate

Melt chocolate or chocolate chips as per package instructions.
Dip the top side of each cookie in melted chocolate, sprinkle with sliced pistachio and decorate with sugar pearls.
Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate is set. Enjoy!

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 4-5 days.
If your dough starts getting too soft while you’re cutting out the cookies just put it back in the freezer to firm up a bit.

Easy Meringue Cookies

Looking for an easy meringue cookie recipe to impress your friends and family this Christmas? Look no further! These meringue cookies are simple to make and taste delicious.

Do you love meringues? Growing up they were my mom’s absolute favorite – so we had them in the house all of the time.

She would just pick them up at the store but since she was also a baker, every once in a while I’d wake up to find her making huge batches of them early on a weekend morning. It was positively wonderful!

Meringues are incredibly easy to make with a handful of ingredients that you probably already have in the house – especially during the holiday season.

They give the appearance of being difficult – so you can really impress everyone you gift them to. They don’t have to know that they were easy to make.

I really love that it’s easy to make this recipe in big batches – making it great for dividing between multiple gift trays for the neighbors and friends.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store meringue cookies?

MOST IMPORTANTLY – make sure the meringues are completely cooled before packing them in an airtight container. If they have any warmth to them at all once they are packed – the warmth will create just enough condensation to ruin the texture of the cookie.

Once completely cooled – you can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. I have heard that they can be frozen so long as they don’t get any moisture in the container. But I personally don’t like to do that.

Can this recipe be doubled?

You can, and we do it often. It might take a bit longer to get all those egg whites to whip to the proper peaks, but overall doubling works fine.

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Do I really need to use cream of tartar?

Cream of tartar helps stabilize the egg whites and prevent cracking. If you don’t have it, this recipe can definitely be made without it! But I highly recommend it.

Can these be made with a different flavor of extract?

Yes – if you aren’t a fan of peppermint extract or you are just craving a different flavor – you can use any extract flavor you like. I almost always make my meringues with vanilla – but once in a while, I will use cotton candy, coffee, cake batter, or even rum extract.

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Ingredients for Meringue Cookies

egg whites – room temperature
cream of tartar
peppermint extract
salt
granulated sugar
red paste food coloring – no taste is best

Can meringues be made with powdered egg whites?

Yes! You can use powdered egg whites + water – (1 teaspoon of egg whites & 1 tablespoon of water for each egg you wish to replace) to replace the eggs in this recipe.

Why did my meringues crack?

Sometimes because of the delicate nature of the meringue whip, it can separate as it dries out. If you want to avoid this, I recommend using Cream of Tartar. It helps stabilize the egg whites and prevent the dreaded cracking. If you don’t have it, this recipe can definitely be made without it!

meringue cookies recipe

How to Make Meringue Cookies

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or large bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, extract and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Using a food-grade paint brush, add stripes to the inside of a plastic decorator piping bag fitted with a large star or round tip.
Gently fill the bag with the meringue – taking care to not deflate the meringue.
Pipe the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 90 minutes or until cookies are set.
Turn the oven off and leave the oven door slightly open for about 60 minutes.
Remove the cookies from the oven. They should feel dry to the touch andhave a hollow sound when tapped.
Store in airtight container.

Can meringues be made with meringue powder?

Yes – you can do that too! Use the same measurements as you would when using powdered egg whites.

What is Caster Sugar?

Caster sugar, sometimes also spelled castor sugar is basically a super-fine grain sugar. Smaller than granulated sugar but not quite ground to the point of being confectioner’s sugar.

When shopping for Caster sugar you can also look for Superfine Sugar or Baker’s Sugar.

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This recipe calls for a stand mixer. Can I also make this recipe by hand?

Because of the speed at which the egg whites need to be whipped in order to reach the stiff peaks stage, I don’t recommend trying to make this recipe by hand. You can try it with a hand mixer – but even that will be quite an arm workout.

Can these be made without the food coloring?

Yes – of course! If you want plain white meringues – just skip the step of painting the lines on the inside of the piping bag. If you want to make them a solid color – just gently fold in the desired color of food coloring before adding it to the piping bag. Be very gentle, making sure to not deflate the egg whites!

Can I use caster sugar in place of granulated sugar?

This recipe calls for granulated sugar – but you can use caster sugar because of its ultrafine texture – which makes it easier to dissolve in the mixing process.

You will also end up with a slightly lighter meringue due to the shortened mixing time.

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Easy Meringue Cookies

Looking for an easy meringue cookie recipe to impress your friends and family this Christmas? Look no further! These meringue cookies are simple to make and taste delicious.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 30

Cooling in Oven1

Total Time2 40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: French

Keyword: cookie, meringues, peppermint

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

3 egg whites room temperature
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
red paste food coloring no taste is best

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or large bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, extract and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Using a food-grade paint brush, add stripes to the inside of a plastic decorator piping bag fitted with a large star or round tip.
Gently fill the bag with the meringue – taking care to not deflate the meringue.
Pipe the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 90 minutes or until cookies are set.
Turn the oven off and leave the oven door slightly open for about 60 minutes.
Remove the cookies from the oven. They should feel dry to the touch andhave a hollow sound when tapped.
Store in airtight container.

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I really love these because they are no-bake, which makes them so simple and easy to whip together in no time. Because we all know that this time of year is pure chaos. I like to keep it as effortless as possible while still making everyone happy.

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Frosted Christmas Cookies

Create a batch of our quick and easy Frosted Christmas Cookies with a few everyday ingredients. They’re the perfect addition to your holiday baking. So soft, chewy, and full of flavor.

Who loves a good sugar cookie? They are a favorite in this house – which means we make them a lot.

While I like to enjoy them without any decorations – the family likes to have them iced or frosted. I’m not always in the mood for icing, which is where these Frosted Christmas Cookies come in. The frosting is easy to make and add to the cookies – a win-win!

What I love about these cookies is that they are so tasty – even without the frosting. But the frosting is so simple and so delicious.

Plus it spreads on fast – making it a great option for a cookie decorating party or just keeping it quick when you need a plate of cookies at the last minute.

I know you’ll love these as much as we do!

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store Frosted Christmas cookies?

I like to place mine in an airtight container and keep them at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also use a zip-top bag but I find they get jostled a bit too much with this and then you have broken cookies.

Keep in mind that even though the frosting will set and form a sort of crust – they will still get dented if you stack them or let them shift around in a bag. I like to keep them in a single layer as much as possible.

Why do my cookies go flat?

Please make sure you are measuring those ingredients correctly and that they are at room temperature when you start the mixing.

Make sure you have a rotation of baking sheets so you can always place the unbaked dough on a cool tray.

Christmas Cookie Icing

Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.

When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.

Can the dough be frozen for later?

Yes – this dough can be frozen and baked later. If you would like to roll the dough prior to freezing, make sure to freeze the dough balls in a single flat layer. Once frozen they can be transferred to a zip-top bag for space-saving.

To bake – increase the baking time by 1 minute – no need to thaw the dough before baking.

I like to roll the dough between my hands to soften the outside of the dough before baking – this helps the cookies have the freshest texture once they are baked.

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Ingredients for Frosted Christmas Cookies

Cookies

granulated sugar
butter – softened
confectioner’s sugar
vanilla
eggs – room temperature
cream cheese
all-purpose flour
baking soda
baking powder

Buttercream frosting

butter – softened
confectioner’s sugar
vanilla
whipping cream

Decorations

Sprinkles
Food coloring of your choice

Can these cookies be made ahead of time?

You bet. This cookie dough can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days prior to baking.

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How to Make Frosted Christmas Cookies

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a stand mixer, mix the butter with the granulated sugar until fluffy.
Little by little add in the confectioner’s sugar. Mix until combined.
Add the vanilla, and one egg at a time.
Add the cream cheese and mix until combined.
In another bowl, sift the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until everything comes together. Do not over mix.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for at least an hour so it is easier to handle.
With a small cookie scoop, scoop round balls onto the prepared baking sheet. Place them on the baking pan around 2 inches apart. They really do expand, so keep that in mind.
Bake for 12 minutes or until they are starting to brown.
Allow to cool completely before removing.

Can these baked cookies be frozen?

Yes – the baked cookies will keep when frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap each cookie individually with plastic wrap and then place them all in an airtight container before freezing.

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How to Make Frosting for Christmas Cookies

Beat the butter with a stand mixer, until light and fluffy.
Add the sugar little by little until fully combined.
Add the vanilla and whipping cream. Mix until combined.
Spread some of the buttercream frosting with a spatula over each cookie and top with sprinkles. Let the frosting firm up before serving.

Can I use a gluten-free flour?

I’m not sure just yet. I have been meaning to give this a try but haven’t had a chance. If you do try this, I would recommend using a 1:1 flour like this one as I don’t believe it would require additional ingredients that are typically called for when trying to make baked recipes in a gluten-free version. Please come back & tell me how it turned out.

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How do I properly measure the flour?

However – if you fluff your flour with a spoon, then gently scoop the flour into the measuring cup, taking care to not pack the flour – that should work for this recipe.

Can this recipe be made without a stand mixer?

I think you could possibly get away with using a hand mixer if you have firm beaters. But I must warn you, this dough is very thick and it will be quite an arm workout.

I don’t recommend using a whisk or even the whisk attachment on a stand mixer for this dough as a whisk isn’t strong enough for this dough.

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Should I use salted or unsalted butter?

When making a sugar cookies recipe like this one, I like to keep the butter unsalted.

Can I use a different extract?

Yes, I do it often. You can use almond extract if you want a more traditional sugar cookie flavor. Sometimes I like to do 1/2 a teaspoon of each to balance out the flavors a bit.

Christmas Frosted Sugar Cookies

Do I really need to chill the dough?

Yes, Yes, Yes! Chilling the dough is important for a couple of reasons. First – while the dough is chilling the ingredients are coming together. It gives a better overall flavor to the cookie.

The second and probably even more important than the first – is that chilling helps the dough hold together during the baking process.

Without chilling, the dough would not only be too sticky to really roll it into balls. But it would also spread way too much while baking – leaving flat and not very appealing cookies in the end. Please don’t skip the chilling process.

Can I roll these out and cut out shapes?

Unfortunately, this dough isn’t for rolling. But I do have a very good rolled sugar cookie recipe that is perfect for that.

What type of sprinkles do you recommend?

Now I know that when you go to the store there are things like sanding sugar that is labeled as sprinkles. Those are not sprinkles.

Please make sure to use nonpareils as they hold their color better and their shape and won’t soak into the dough as easily. Or you can use jimmies – which are really great at holding their color and shape.

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What do you mean by soft butter?

You will need to take your butter out of the fridge about an hour before you would like to make the recipe for the butter to soften but not get too soft.

How to soften the butter to room temperature?

First

But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.

Second

Third

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Frosted Christmas Cookies

Create a batch of our quick and easy Frosted Christmas Cookies with a few everyday ingredients. They’re the perfect addition to your holiday baking. So soft, chewy, and full of flavor.

Prep Time25

Cook Time12

Chill1

Total Time1 37

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: buttercream, christmas, frosted, sugar cookie

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

Cookies

¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup butter – softened
¾ cup confectioner's sugar
1½ teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs room temperature
½ cup cream cheese
2¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder

Buttercream frosting

⅓ cup butter softened
2½ confectioner’s sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3½ tablespoons whipping cream

Decorations

Sprinkles
Food coloring of your choice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a stand mixer, mix the butter with the granulated sugar until fluffy.
Little by little add in the confectioner’s sugar. Mix until combined.
Add the vanilla, and one egg at a time.
Add the cream cheese and mix until combined.
In another bowl, sift the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until everything comes together. Do not over mix.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for at least an hour so it is easier to handle.
With a small cookie scoop, scoop round balls onto the prepared baking sheet. Place them on the baking pan around 2 inches apart. They really do expand, so keep that in mind.
Bake for 12 minutes or until they are starting to brown.
Allow to cool completely before removing.

Frosting

Beat the butter with a stand mixer, until light and fluffy.
Add the sugar little by little until fully combined.
Add the vanilla and whipping cream. Mix until combined.
Spread some of the buttercream frosting with a spatula over each cookie and top with sprinkles. Let the frosting firm up before serving.

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So I like to plan out some quick and easy breakfast ideas to serve on Christmas morning. I like to keep it simple, something I can make the night before and people can grab as they get hungry so there isn’t any pressure to sit down for a formal meal. That’s where these super cute Grinch Donuts come in.

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Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies are a festive holiday dessert. Perfect for a cookie exchange or to enjoy with family and friends.

Are you short on time but do you want to give a semi-homemade gift? Or maybe you are hosting a cookie decorating party and you need ideas for how to keep it simple and easy without it becoming overwhelming.

I have the perfect solution for you. These Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies are super cute and bring big smiles. You can make them with pre-packaged cookies and a handful of other ingredients.

They are so adorable and make it look like you spent all day in the kitchen – but in reality – they come together in about an hour. I know you’ll love them as much as I do.

What’s fun about these cookies is that they can be decorated however you like. Customize them for any holiday celebration or gathering.

The sky is the limit because everyone has a different creative idea for their wreath. This is why I love offering this as a quick way to put together a cookie decorating party for the little ones. It lets them do something creative and keeps their hands busy – even if they are taste testing as they go.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How to Store Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

Once the chocolate has completely firmed up you can transfer them to an airtight container – making sure to keep them in a single layer.

These cookies do not need to be refrigerated and can be kept at room temperature for several days. I do not recommend stacking as the gel colors don’t firm up and will get ruined when stacked.

What is the best chocolate for dipping cookies?

While you can use white chocolate chips and then tint the chocolate if desired, I have found that it often requires a bit of coconut oil or shortening to get the chocolate to melt to the right consistency.

I like to use candy melts because the chocolate is made with just the right formula so that it performs exactly as needed. PLUS it already comes in the color that I need – making it so much faster and easier. I have had instances where the white chocolate melted fine and then seized once I tried adding the food coloring.

The candy melts come in a multitude of colors, varieties, and flavors so the sky is the limit on what you can do with them when it comes to making these cookies.

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Can these cookies be made ahead of time?

You bet. You can coat the cookies with the chocolate ahead of time if you want to keep things simple when it comes time to decorate.

Just keep the coated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. The chocolate coating tends to sweat when it sits out at room temperature after being refrigerated – which can make the decorating part more difficult.

All that being said – the decorations adhere to the cookies better if they are being added when the chocolate coating is still semi-soft and not fully set.

Can I use chocolate chips instead of candy melts?

So, because we are melting the chocolate, I have found that chocolate chips don’t always temper well for recipes like this. Sometimes you need to add coconut oil to get it to melt creamy enough for it to coat the cookies well.

Sometimes – usually with white or colored chocolate- it likes to seize and then you are stuck with an unusable mess. I highly recommend using candy melts for this recipe.

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Ingredients for Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

candy melts: green, red, and white
fudge striped cookies

Decorations:

edible glitter/sparkle gel black, white, red, blue & green
mini M&M’s I only used the red ones
gold & white beads I used the Wilton 4-Cell Gold Sprinkles Mix
red & silver sanding sugar
pull ‘n’ peel licorice

Note – if using Nonpareils to decorate, there is a chance that they will sweat when refrigerated and the colors will bleed.

Decorated Cookies

How to Make Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare 8 licorice bows (4 for green and 4 for red cookies).
In a small microwave-safe bowl, add 1 ½ cups of one color candy melts. Then follow heating instructions on the back of the package. Make sure candy melts are all melted and the mixture is smooth.
Place one fudge striped cookie, top side down, into the melted candy melt chocolate. Use a fork to flip onto the other side, making sure that the cookie is completely covered.
Lift the cookie out with the fork and gently tap off the excess chocolate and continue until the top is smooth.
Place the coated cookie on the parchment paper and decorate! It’s best to decorate while the chocolate is still warm in order for the decorations to stick. This works best by dipping 2-3 cookies and then decorating those before continuing with the remaining cookies of that color.
Repeat the process with the other colors of candy melts.
Once decorated, let the cookies cool for the chocolate to harden. Put the tray in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for faster cooling.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Fudge Striped Cookies

Red Cookies

Santa Belt: Put a mini M&M into the hole so the gel doesn’t fall through. Use black glitter gel to draw the belt, including filling in the center buckle, then add white glitter gel to highlight the buckle. Then add the “Ho! Ho!” with white glitter gel.
Green & White Stripes: Draw lines using the glitter gel, alternating between green and white, then add a licorice bow in the upper left.

Why didn’t my chocolate wafers melt correctly?

When your chocolate wafers become chunky rather than creamy, it is said that the chocolate is seized. This is typically due to overheating or contact with water or steam.

In the first case, the chocolate is just burning from excess heat, but in the second case, there is a negative reaction between the chocolate (which is waxy and has many oils that are hydrophobic, or “water-fearing”) and the water, causing the components of the chocolate to separate.

Be sure to refer to the package directions when melting chocolate to prevent this from happening.

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White Cookies

Holly Cookie: Use green glitter gel to draw the leaves, then add 3 red M&M’s.
Blue Snowflake: Sprinkle on silver sanding sugar, then draw snowflake with blue glitter gel.

Green Cookies

Gold & White Beads: Draw red glitter gel lines, then add gold & white beads.
White Dots with Bow: Add the licorice bow while candy is still warm, then sprinkle red sanding sugar followed by white glitter gel dots.

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set of Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

Tips for the Best Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

The glitter gel doesn’t harden all of the way, so be careful when eating and transporting. I would not recommend stacking.
To make the licorice bow, tear off one string of licorice. Take one end and make a small loop, then take the other end and make another small loop, while crossing the middle sections, like an “x”, over each other to make a bow. Firmly press together the part where the licorice crosses in order for it to stay. Then trim the bow ribbon to the desired length.
If candy melts are too thick, continue adding one teaspoon of vegetable shortening until desired consistency is achieved.
For the white candy melts, the chocolate from the cookie may start to melt and turn the white candy brown. The best way to avoid this is to place the cookie in the candy melts, top side up, and spoon the candy melts on top, remove, and shake off excess into another bowl so the chocolate drippings don’t mix with the white. This method is more effective for this cookie.

What are Christmas Wreath Cookies?

These delicious Christmas Wreath Cookies use fudge striped cookies that are dipped in vanilla-flavored candy melts and decorated with sprinkles, candy, and edible glitter/sparkle gel! Decorate them any way you’d like to customize your own wreaths.

Why use Fudge Striped Cookies?

These cookies already taste delicious on their own, but already having a hole in the middle makes them the perfect cookie to use as a wreath.

Cute Christmas Cookies

How long does it take to make this recipe?

It is anticipated that this recipe would take about an hour depending on how you choose to decorate them. The time may vary by how organized you are and how efficiently the chocolate melts in the microwave.

The time it takes to set will depend on the climate in and around your home. Warm and humid climates may take longer for the chocolate to solidify.

Could I add other toppings to this recipe?

Yes. It is recommended that choosing types of toppings should be limited to dry ingredients, but you may choose to add your favorite topping.

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Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies

Decorated Christmas Wreath Cookies are a festive holiday dessert. Perfect for a cookie exchange or to enjoy with family and friends.

Prep Time50

Chill10

Total Time1

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, cookies, wreath

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

3 bags candy melts: green, red, and white (I used Wilton – 12-ounces each)
1 package fudge striped cookies I used the Keebler brand

Decorations:

edible glitter/sparkle gel black, white, red, blue & green
mini M&M’s I only used the red ones
gold & white beads I used the Wilton 4-Cell Gold Sprinkles Mix
red & silver sanding sugar
pull ‘n’ peel licorice

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare 8 licorice bows (4 for green and 4 for red cookies).
In a small microwave-safe bowl, add 1 ½ cups of one color candy melts. Then follow heating instructions on the back of the package. Make sure candy melts are all melted and the mixture is smooth.
Place one fudge striped cookie, top side down, into the melted candy melt chocolate. Use a fork to flip onto the other side, making sure that the cookie is completely covered.
Lift the cookie out with the fork and gently tap off the excess chocolate and continue until the top is smooth.
Place the coated cookie on the parchment paper and decorate! It’s best to decorate while the chocolate is still warm in order for the decorations to stick. This works best by dipping 2-3 cookies and then decorating those before continuing with the remaining cookies of that color.
Repeat the process with the other colors of candy melts.
Once decorated, let the cookies cool for the chocolate to harden. Put the tray in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for faster cooling.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

White Cookies

Holly Cookie: Use green glitter gel to draw the leaves, then add 3 red M&M’s.
Blue Snowflake: Sprinkle on silver sanding sugar, then draw snowflake with blue glitter gel.

Green Cookies

Gold & White Beads: Draw red glitter gel lines, then add gold & white beads.
White Dots with Bow: Add the licorice bow while candy is still warm, then sprinkle red sanding sugar followed by white glitter gel dots.

Red Cookies

Santa Belt: Put a mini M&M into the hole so the gel doesn’t fall through. Use black glitter gel to draw the belt, including filling in the center buckle, then add white glitter gel to highlight the buckle. Then add the “Ho! Ho!” with white glitter gel.
Green & White Stripes: Draw lines using the glitter gel, alternating between green and white, then add a licorice bow in the upper left.

Notes

The glitter gel doesn’t harden all of the way, so be careful when eating and transporting. I would not recommend stacking.
To make the licorice bow, tear off one string of licorice. Take one end and make a small loop, then take the other end and make another small loop, while crossing the middle sections, like an “x”, over each other to make a bow. Firmly press together the part where the licorice crosses in order for it to stay. Then trim the bow ribbon to the desired length.
If candy melts are too thick, continue adding one teaspoon of vegetable shortening until desired consistency is achieved.
For the white candy melts, the chocolate from the cookie may start to melt and turn the white candy brown. The best way to avoid this is to place the cookie in the candy melts, top side up, and spoon the candy melts on top, remove, and shake off excess into another bowl so the chocolate drippings don’t mix with the white. This method is more effective for this cookie.

Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

A classic holiday treat – these buttery, chewy Christmas Rice Krispie Treats are made into Christmas trees and topped with festive sprinkles.

Do you love Krispie treats? We sure do – mostly because they are so easy to make and incredibly delicious. They were one of my mom’s favorites – so of course, we make them all the time.

A friend came over and like every time I have a friend over, we always end up in the kitchen. We wanted to create something quick and easy – with few dishes, that we didn’t have to wait forever before we could enjoy.

These super adorable Christmas Rice Krispie Treats were the perfect recipe. I know you will love them as much as we do.

I think you’ll love this recipe because not only are they quick to make – but you can make a ton of them in very little time. This makes it easy to have these as the treat you bring to a holiday party or a classroom party for the kids.

The little ones love to help with these. You can add some squeeze bags of frosting to let them decorate them like you would a cookie with candies and frosting.

You can also leave the colored sprinkles off and maybe dip them in melted chocolate before decorating too. The possibilities are endless.

Rice Krispie Christmas

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store rice krispie treats

These treats are best at room temperature. So once you add the pretzel, you need to wrap each one tightly with plastic wrap or place them in individual zip-top bags. I don’t like to place them all together in one large bag because they tend to stick together.

I don’t recommend refrigeration because the pretzels will absorb the cool, moist air and become soggy – which is no good.

You can also cover them in the pan and store them before cutting. (then just make your cuts and add the pretzels right before serving.

If you use a metal baking pan – just a bit of foil or press-n-seal on the top works just fine. But I like this baking dish with the lid for ease.

Rice Krispies Treats Christmas Trees

Ingredients for Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

mini marshmallows
salted butter
Green food coloring
rice krispie cereal
Sprinkles of your choice
pretzel sticks

Can these be made with different sized marshmallows?

Yes – you can make this recipe with any size of marshmallows – just be sure to check this marshmallow conversion table below to make sure you are keeping that ratio just perfect when making these treats.

How to Make Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Grease a 9×13 baking pan. Set aside.
Melt the marshmallows and butter in a large saucepan.
Remove from heat and stir several drops of green food coloring until you achieve the shade of green you’d like. (Keep in mind that the shade will look slightly lighter after adding in the rice krispie cereal).
Stir in the rice krispie cereal until evenly coated.
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Add an even layer of sprinkles across the top of the rice krispies.
Allow to fully cool before slicing your Christmas trees. You will first make one even cut lengthwise to form two rectangles, followed by cutting out 6 even triangles from each rectangle (with 4 leftover uneven pieces from the edges total, see photo for example).
Carefully place a pretzel stick into the bottom of each tree and they’re ready to serve, enjoy!

Can you freeze krispie treats?

While I’m not a fan of freezing treats in general, I have plenty of friends that swear that these will do just fine in the freezer. If you plan to do this – I recommend doing it prior to adding the pretzels – for the same reason I mentioned above. The cool air makes them soggy.

I also recommend making sure you have color-fast sprinkles. The nonpareils used here tend to bleed when stored in a moist environment. This will not look pretty when you are ready to serve.

I recommend wrapping each bar individually in plastic wrap. Then place them all in an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let sit at room temperature to thaw before serving again.

Easy Christmas Treats

recipe tips & tricks

For the best possible results – follow these tips so you can make THE BEST KRISPIE TREAT CHRISTMAS TREES EVER!

ALWAYS USE FRESH MARSHMALLOWS! Trust me on this – don’t take that old bag of sticky marshmallows from the back of the pantry. Stale marshmallows mean stale krispie treats. If you want them soft and chewy – always use the freshest marshmallows.
USE REAL BUTTER – please don’t try to make this recipe with margarine. It just won’t turn out the same.
Don’t pack the treats too tighly in the pan – this will make them too dense. You want them to be just tight enough so they don’t fall apart but not crushed.
Don’t over cook the marshmallows – this will make them too firm once they cool.
Keep the treats in an airtight container once cooled. Try to keep the container as close to the size of the treats as possible. A container that is too large will allow for too much air to be in the container with the treats and make them dry out faster.
Dampen your hands with water before pressing the mixture into the pan – this will help to keep the marshmallow from sticking to your hands.
Try making them gluten-free by swapping out the ingredients with gluten-free options.

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Green Rice Krispie Treats

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Can these be cut into different shapes or made with different colors?

That is the best part about this recipe – it is so easy to make it into something different. You can change up the color of the food coloring – then just use cookie cutters to cut them into any shape you can imagine. So fun and easy enough to let the kids help out too.

Christmas Tree Krispie Treats

Marshmallow Conversion Chart

1 jumbo marshmallow = 4 standard-size marshmallows = 1/2 cup mini-marshmallows
1 cup mini-marshmallows = 8 standard-size marshmallows = 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
7 ounces of marshmallow creme = 1.5 cups marshmallow fluff
10 ounce bag of mini-marshmallows = 6 cups = 40 standard-size marshmallows
1 standard-size marshmallow = 14 mini-marshmallows
8 standard-size marshmallows = 1 cup
16 ounce bag of mini-marshmallows = 8.5 cups
16 ounce bag of standard-size marshmallows = 63 marshmallows

If you love this Easy Christmas treat recipe, you’re going to love these other cute treats too. Please click each link below to find the easy, printable recipe!

Grinch Cookies

Soft sugar cookies cut into cute Grinch faces and decorated with sweet royal icing. These Grinch Cookies are the perfect holiday treat for kids of all ages.

Christmas Cupcakes

This homemade vanilla cupcake recipe is topped with a swirl of red and green frosting making these Christmas Cupcakes a festive way to celebrate the holidays.

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Christmas Cheesecake

This is a rich, creamy, decadent Christmas Cheesecake with a hint of peppermint, a chocolate Oreo crust, and decorated with festive candy. Positively delicious and the perfect cookie alternative treat for Santa.

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Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are so fun to make and are perfect for parties, gifts, or enjoying with your favorite holiday movie. Merry Christmas!

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Melting Snowman Frosted Cookies are an adorable way to bring the magic of the season indoors using sugar cookies, ice cream, marshmallows, and more.

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These super soft & chewy Rudolph Gingerbread Cookies are the perfect addition to your holiday celebrations & are sure to bring BIG smiles from everyone!

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Eggnog Hot Chocolate is an easy non-alcoholic eggnog recipe that the little ones love. But it’s so good that even the kids at heart will want some too. Perfect for the holidays. Make Thanksgiving and Christmas so good with this easy drink recipe.

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Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

A classic holiday treat – these buttery, chewy Christmas Rice Krispie Treats are made into Christmas trees and topped with festive sprinkles.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time15

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, holiday, krispies

Servings: Krispie trees

Ingredients

10 oz mini marshmallows
3 tablespoons salted butter
Green food coloring
6 cups rice krispie cereal
Sprinkles of your choice
14 pretzel sticks

Instructions

Grease a 9×13 baking pan. Set aside.
Melt the marshmallows and butter in a large saucepan.
Remove from heat and stir several drops of green food coloring until you achieve the shade of green you’d like. (Keep in mind that the shade will look slightly lighter after adding in the rice krispie cereal).
Stir in the rice krispie cereal until evenly coated.
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Add an even layer of sprinkles across the top of the rice krispies.
Allow to fully cool before slicing your Christmas trees. You will first make one even cut lengthwise to form two rectangles, followed by cutting out 6 even triangles from each rectangle (with 4 leftover uneven pieces from the edges total, see photo for example).
Carefully place a pretzel stick into the bottom of each tree and they’re ready to serve, enjoy!

Notes

You can get creative with your trees and add icing for garland, stars, play with other food dye colors, or use cut-up plain rice Krispies as “tree stands”.
Try swapping straws for the pretzel sticks.

Stovetop Potpourri

Warm your home with this easy stovetop potpourri recipe. It smells amazing and is so simple to make! Plus, I’ve included a free printable gift tag that you can use to give it as a gift. Merry Christmas!

Making stovetop potpourri is a great way to enjoy the wonderful smells of the holidays throughout your home. This recipe is simple, easy, and can be made with ingredients you already have on hand.

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Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Simply the Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that’s soft, chewy, and packed full of chocolate chips. Great for any occasion, gifts, and more!

This time of year it seems I am baking nearly every single day. I don’t mind – as you probably guessed, I love to bake.

There is always someone we are whipping up goodies for around here. We have so many people in our lives that we are thankful for and we like to show our appreciation for them with something homemade.

This post is sponsored by Ghirardelli, all opinions are my own.

I’m happy to say that we have partnered with Ghirardelli to bring you this post. We thank them for helping us to bring you great recipes like these cookies today.

Don’t miss our double chocolate chip cookies and these amazing no-chill cowboy cookies!

When it comes to goodies – I probably make these chocolate chip cookies more than anything else. They are the most requested by friends and family and for good reason.

This particular cookie recipe is super soft and chewy and the cookies stay that way for days after baking. They are also super easy to make because we use melted butter. That means no mixer is required, the dough creams together nicely with just a whisk and a rubber spatula. Gotta love that!

But what I really love about these cookies – THE CHOCOLATE CHIPS! These cookies are made with Ghirardelli Bittersweet 60% Cacao Baking Chips which adds the perfect chocolaty flavor with just the right amount of sweetness.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

Why choose Ghirardelli?

Aside from just loving the texture and flavor of Ghirardelli, I choose Ghirardelli because it is high-quality chocolate. When I’m baking for friends and family, I want only the best. It is everyone’s favorite and their eyes light up when they see the package.

With Ghirardelli’s “Bean to Chocolate” sustainability and sourcing practices, I can feel good about my chocolate too.

But most of all – I love that I can find quality chocolate while doing my weekly shopping at Walmart. It makes it simple and easy to add to my order – saving me time and money.

What is the best way to store chocolate chip cookies?

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Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter or eggs. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.

When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.

Do I really need to chill the dough?

Yes, Yes, Yes! Chilling the dough is important for a couple of reasons. First – while the dough is chilling the ingredients are coming together. It gives a better overall flavor to the cookie.

The second and probably even more important than the first – is that chilling helps the dough hold together during the baking process.

Because we are using melted butter, the dough is very soft when it is first blended together. If you were to try to bake the cookies when the dough is like this – the dough would sort of melt together into one big, flat cookie on the sheet pan. Please, please chill the dough for a minimum of 3 hours.

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Why do my cookies go flat?

Cookies typically go flat when the dough isn’t the right temperature at the time of baking OR when they are missing the right ingredients that help them to rise- such as eggs, baking soda, and baking powder. Please make sure you are measuring those ingredients correctly and that they are at room temperature when you start the mixing.

Also – something to keep in mind- make sure you are placing the dough on a cool baking sheet. The cookies will bake differently if you are placing the dough on the hot baking sheet you just removed from the oven. Make sure you have a rotation of baking sheets so you can always place the unbaked dough on a cool tray.

Can the dough be frozen for later?

To bake – increase the baking time by 1 minute – no need to thaw the dough before baking.

I like to roll the dough between my hands to soften the outside of the dough before baking – this helps the cookies have the freshest texture once they are baked.

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How to make the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients

Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips
butter – melted and slightly cooled
brown sugar – firmly packed
granulated sugar
egg – room temperature
egg YOLK – room temperature
pure vanilla extract
all-purpose flour – lightly fluffed and gently scooped and leveled
baking soda
cornstarch
table salt

Should I use light or dark brown sugar?

Since I make my own brown sugar, I use light brown sugar for almost all of my recipes. But light or dark brown sugar will work in this recipe.

Want to know how to make your own brown sugar – visit my Homemade Brown Sugar post here.

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Chocolate Chip Cookies How to Make

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar and whisk to combine and no dry sugar remains.
Whisk in the egg, egg yolk and vanilla until just combined.
Add the flour, baking soda, cornstarch and salt and fold in with a rubber spatula.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. (min 3 hours – up to 4 days)
Once the dough is chilled, preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
Line baking sheets with parchment – set aside.
Scoop the cold dough into 3 tablespoon-sized balls and roll between your hands to smooth. The dough will be firm and crumble a little but should pull together with the warmth of your hands. Make the dough lightly taller and oblong, rather than round.
Place the dough on the prepared baking sheets, making sure the dough is standing on end so they look tall. This will help the cookies to bake thick.
You can press more chocolate chips around the outside of the dough before baking.
Bake for 14-16 minutes for cookies with 3 tbsp of dough. If making a bit smaller with 2 tbsp of dough – bake 12-13 minutes. They will look underbaked.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10-12 minutes.
Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

**For a little something extra – tuck a Walmart gift card in with the cookies and bags of Ghirardelli chocolates. Gift cards are always appreciated and then your recipient can use the card to buy more Ghirardelli too!

Why add cornstarch to the cookies?

I like to add cornstarch because it is the little secret ingredient that helps keep the cookies extra soft. I’m super picky about my cookies and often won’t eat homemade cookies beyond the first day because they dry out too much for my taste.

But the cornstarch in these cookies keeps them just as soft as the first day – even into day 4. (if they last that long in your house) You can leave it out if you don’t have it without changing anything else in the recipe. But I highly recommend it.

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Can these cookies be made ahead of time?

You bet. This cookie dough can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days prior to baking. Make sure to cover tightly with plastic wrap so it doesn’t dry out. You do not need to let it sit out at room temperature before rolling and baking. Just proceed with the recipe as written when you are ready to bake.

Can these baked cookies be frozen?

Yes – the baked cookies will keep when frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap each cookie individually with plastic wrap and then place them all in an airtight container before freezing.

chocolate chip cookies at home

Be sure to head to Walmart to pick up Ghirardelli Bittersweet 60% Cacao Baking Chips for these cookies. While you are there, be sure to grab Ghirardelli Chocolate Caramel Squares and/or Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark Squares to pair with the cookies as a nice little gift package.

If you prefer to shop online as I do, here are the links to the products for easy shopping.

For the Cookies

Ghirardelli Bittersweet 60% Cacao Baking Chips

For the extras in the gift basket

These are a STAPLE in our house during the holiday season, which makes it so nice to be able to gift our favorite goodies to those we hold dear to our hearts too. Ghirardelli really Makes the Holidays a Bite Better.

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Soft & Chewy Chocolate Pretzel Brownie Cookies are packed with dark chocolate chips & rich fudgy flavor. Easy to make using brownie mix, crushed pretzels & premium dark chocolate chips. You’ll love that there’s no chill time required.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

If you have been searching for the perfect cookie dough recipe, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (made without eggs) is the closest taste to the real thing.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars are made with just 4 ingredients and are ready in less than 1 hour. The perfect pairing of cheesecake and cookies!

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Quarter Pound Chocolate Chip Cookies are an easy to make, soft & chewy cookie recipe to WOW the crowd. Truly 1/4 pound of buttery, chocolaty goodness.

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Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Simply the Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that’s soft, chewy, and packed full of chocolate chips. Great for any occasion, gifts, and more!

Prep Time12

Cook Time14

Chill3

Total Time3 26

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate chip cookies

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

¾ cup butter – melted and slightly cooled
¾ cup brown sugar – firmly packed
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg – room temperature
1 egg YOLK – room temperature
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
2¼ cups all-purpose flour – lightly fluffed and gently scooped and leveled
1 tsp baking soda
1½ tsp cornstarch
½ tsp table salt
10 ounces Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips + more for the tops of the cookies

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar and whisk to combine and no dry sugar remains.
Whisk in the egg, egg yolk and vanilla until just combined.
Add the flour, baking soda, cornstarch and salt and fold in with a rubber spatula.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. (min 3 hours – up to 4 days)
Once the dough is chilled, preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
Line baking sheets with parchment – set aside.
Scoop the cold dough into 3 tablespoon-sized balls and roll between your hands to smooth. The dough will be firm and crumble a little but should pull together with the warmth of your hands. Make the dough lightly taller and oblong, rather than round.
Place the dough on the prepared baking sheets, making sure the dough is standing on end so they look tall. This will help the cookies to bake thick.
You can press more chocolate chips around the outside of the dough before baking.
Bake for 14-16 minutes for cookies with 3 tbsp of dough. If making a bit smaller with 2 tbsp of dough – bake 12-13 minutes. They will look underbaked.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10-12 minutes.
Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

These indulgent chocolate chocolate chip cookie bars aka double chocolate chip cookie bars are an excellent recipe for making classic, all-time favorite chocolate chip cookies in a bar form.

A match made in heaven: gooey melted chocolate chips inside chewy, thick cookie dough bars. More chocolate never hurts anyone, especially during the Christmas season.

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Grinch Cookies

Soft sugar cookies cut into cute Grinch faces and decorated with sweet royal icing. These Grinch Cookies are the perfect holiday treat for kids of all ages.

Do you or your kids love the Grinch? We all grew up with that iconic character and I think we all probably know a few people in real life that we might refer to as the Grinch. (lovingly or otherwise) I kid!

This time of year I love to make something super cute and this year it was these Grinch cookies. I invited a friend over who is great at cookie decorating and we had a little holiday fun making these adorable little goodies.

My mom was always the one to make goodies like these. She was so patient with the process and made them turn out so adorable.

I love that these ones have eyelashes – just like my mom used to make on all her faces she would create when making fun decorated treats like this. The best part is that you can get as creative as you like with these cookies.

They make a great treat for an office party, fun church potluck, kids class party, or leaving out for Santa. I know you’ll love them as much as we do.

Grinch Cookies Recipe

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to Store Grinch Cookies

You can store the frosted cookies for several days in an airtight container. Be sure to store between layers of parchment paper so they are less likely to stick together.

How do I properly measure the flour?

Grinch Sugar Cookies

Can these cookies be made ahead of time?

You bet. This cookie dough can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days prior to baking. You may need to let it sit out at room temperature for about 10 minutes before rolling out and cutting into shapes.

You can also make the cookies up to 2 days prior to decorating them. Just make sure to cool them to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container.

This works great if you are hosting a cookie decorating party. Just make all the cookies a couple of days before the party and then they are ready to go when you have all those extra hands to get them all decorated.

PRO TIP – Dip your Grinch cookie cutter and stamp in flour between cutting out and stamping cookies to make sure the dough doesn’t stick to the cutter or stamp.

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Ingredients for Grinch Cookies

unsalted butter – room temperature
granulated sugar
large egg – room temperature
vanilla extract
all-purpose flour
salt

Ingredients for Royal Icing

confectioner’s sugar – sifted
meringue powder
warm water
red and green food coloring gel

How to Make Grinch Cookies

Combine the butter and sugar in the mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy, using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.
Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.
Add the flour and salt and beat until it forms a smooth dough.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness ¼-in (1 cm).
Cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350 F (175).
Line 1 large or 2 small baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cut out the Grinch shapes and stamp then using the Grinch cookie cutter set (the link below or use one similar).
Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just golden brown.
Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating or enjoy plain!

How to Make Royal Icing with Meringue Powder

In the bowl of a stand mixer (or with a hand mixer) slowly stir the sugar and meringue powder together until combined.
Add the water and beat on medium until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes.
Separate the icing into 3 bowls.
Tint one portion of the icing with green food coloring gel (add a few drops of gel color and stir until the color is even and streak-free). I recommend adding in a drop or two at a time until you get a color you like.
Reserve 1/2 cup of white icing and tint the remaining icing with the red food coloring gel.

Don’t miss these other fun Grinch-inspired recipes

Grinch Donuts
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Grinch Christmas Cookies
Green Grinch Crinkle Cookies
Grinch Truffles
Grinch Pancakes

Royal Icing with Egg Whites: If you cannot find meringue powder or prefer to use raw egg whites, you could just replace both the water and meringue powder called for in the recipe with 2 large egg whites and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice.

Do I really need to chill the dough?

Yes, Yes, Yes! Chilling the dough is important for a couple of reasons. First – while the dough is chilling the ingredients are coming together. It gives a better overall flavor to the cookie.

The second and probably even more important than the first – is that chilling helps the dough hold together during the baking process.

Without chilling, the dough would not only be too sticky to really roll it and cut it. But it would also spread way too much while baking – leaving flat and not very appealing cookies in the end. Please don’t skip the chilling process.

How to Decorate Grinch Cookies

Transfer the icing into piping bags with a # 1 or # 3 tips.
Decorate your Grinch cookies by first outlining the border and face features of Grinch face using green icing.
Then fill in the middle with the green icing, leaving the eyes.
Use a toothpick to fill in any gaps by spreading the icing around. Tap the cookie a few times to help the icing settle.
Fill eyes with the white icing. You can fill nose too if desired or draw it later.
Now, outline the border of the fur part of the Grinch hat with the white icing and fill in the middle.
Using red icing, outline and fill the hat.
Fill the pompom part of the hat with white icing.
Set aside to dry for about 15-20 minutes before moving onto the black. This is very important as you don’t want to pull the wet icing as you work and ruin the nice smooth icing you just created.
Place ⅛ – ¼ teaspoon of Wilton black food coloring gel on the plate.
Using a 1 mm brush, draw the face features and outline the Grinch hat. Be creative! It is fun to do it with kids.
Dry cookies at room temperature for 6-8 hours until the icing is completely firm.

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What do you mean by soft butter?

You will need to take your butter out of the fridge about an hour before you would like to make the recipe for the butter to soften but not get too soft.

Can this recipe be cut in half?

I understand wanting to cut this recipe in half. Aside from trying to cut an egg in half – there is already a small amount of dough overall, cutting the recipe would make it more difficult to work with.

You would be better off making the recipe as written and then freezing half of the dough for a later time.

Grinch Face Cookies

How to soften the butter to room temperature?

First

But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.

Second

Third

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Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.

When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.

Can this recipe be doubled?

You can, and we do it often. I actually find it easier to work with a larger portion of dough – but I do have to use my larger mixer to accommodate the increase in volume.

Grinch Christmas Cookies

Products I love when making these Grinch Cookies…

This Grinch Sugar Cookie Recipe is SUPER CUTE and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made decorated sugar cookies before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this cookie recipe.

If you love this Grinch Cookie recipe, you’re going to love these other holiday treats too. Please click each link below to find the easy, printable recipe!

Candy Cane Cookies

Candy Cane Cookies are peppermint cookies shaped like candy canes. Their festive look is perfect for a cookie exchange or holiday party.

Christmas Cupcakes

This homemade vanilla cupcake recipe is topped with a swirl of red and green frosting making these Christmas Cupcakes a festive way to celebrate the holidays.

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Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are so fun to make and are perfect for parties, gifts, or enjoying with your favorite holiday movie. Merry Christmas!

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Grinch Cookies

Soft sugar cookies cut into cute Grinch faces and decorated with sweet royal icing. These Grinch Cookies are the perfect holiday treat for kids of all ages.

Prep Time40

Cook Time10

Decorating1

Total Time1 50

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Grinch, sugar cookies

Servings: cookies

Equipment

Bowls
Stand mixer
Rolling Pin
Grinch cookie cutter ( the link in post)*
3 Icing bags
Wilton tip #1 and #3
Wilton black food coloring gel
1 mm brush – food grade

Ingredients

Cookies

½ cup unsalted butter room temperature (113 grams)
1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
1 large egg room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt

Royal Icing

2 ½ cups confectioner’s sugar sifted
2 tablespoons meringue powder 20 grams
½ cup warm water 120 ml
Red and green food coloring gel I used Wilton Christmas red and moss green food coloring gel that can be found at their store or on-line

Instructions

NOTE- You will need an additional 6-8 hours of drying time once the cookies are decorated – before they are ready to be stacked or stored in a container.

Cookies

Combine the butter and sugar in the mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy, using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.
Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.
Add the flour and salt and beat until it forms a smooth dough.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness ¼-in (1 cm).
Cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350 F (175).
Line 1 large or 2 small baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cut out the Grinch shapes and stamp then using the Grinch cookie cutter set (the link below or use one similar).
Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just golden brown.
Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating or enjoy plain!

Royal Icing Using Meringue Powder:

In the bowl of a stand mixer (or with a hand mixer) slowly stir the sugar and meringue powder together until combined.
Add the water and beat on medium until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes.
Separate the icing into 3 bowls.
Tint one portion of the icing with green food coloring gel (add a few drops of gel color and stir until the color is even and streak-free). I recommend adding in a drop or two at a time until you get a color you like.
Reserve 1/2 cup of white icing and tint the remaining icing with the red food coloring gel.

Decorating

Transfer the icing into piping bags with a # 1 or # 3 tips.
Decorate your Grinch cookies by first outlining the border and face features of Grinch face using green icing.
Then fill in the middle with the green icing, leaving the eyes.
Use a toothpick to fill in any gaps by spreading the icing around. Tap the cookie a few times to help the icing settle.
Fill eyes with the white icing. You can fill nose too if desired or draw it later.
Now, outline the border of the fur part of the Grinch hat with the white icing and fill in the middle.
Using red icing, outline and fill the hat.
Fill the pompom part of the hat with white icing.
Set aside to dry for about 15-20 minutes before moving onto the black. This is very important as you don’t want to pull the wet icing as you work and ruin the nice smooth icing you just created.
Place ⅛ – ¼ teaspoon of Wilton black food coloring gel on the plate.
Using a 1 mm brush, draw the face features and outline the Grinch hat. Be creative! It is fun to do it with kids.
Dry cookies at room temperature for 6-8 hours until the icing is completely firm.

Notes

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

The Essential Air Fryer Cookbook for Two

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon is a delicious twist on the original fried version! These are air fried, so they’re lighter and healthier, but just as tasty as the traditional recipe you know and love. Perfect appetizer for holidays and game day!

Crab Rangoon is a deep-fried crab and cream cheese appetizer that was popularized in American Chinese restaurants. It’s fairly easy to find crab rangoons in most Chinese takeout places and for good reason – people LOVE them!

I’m such a sucker for most things if they are deep-fried – but they aren’t that great to eat all the time. We would make this same recipe in the oven for decades – we love it so much. So when I learned I could make them in the air fryer – it was a game-changer. Check these out – I know you will love them as much as I do.

Make sure to try our crab cakes that can be baked, air fried, or cooked on the stovetop. Pair this with my Instant Pot White Rice too!

When I got my first air fryer the very first thing I experimented in making was some cream cheese-stuffed wontons. They were positively addictive with their super crispy shell and that delicious cream cheese inside.

So as we made them more and more the family was requesting that we stuff them full of other things too. This is when we decided to move on to making crab rangoons – which are one of the most requested things in our house. Making them in the air fryer instead of baking just makes them so much better! Absolutely incredible!

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is a wonton?

A crab rangoon is a type of “wonton” (a Chinese dumpling), and the difference between crab rangoons and other wontons is that crab rangoons contain cream cheese.

Wontons can be round or square, boiled, simmered in broth, or deep-fried. Although crab rangoons are deep-fried in restaurants, the crab rangoon recipe below does not require deep frying because of our trusty air fryer.

Can these be baked instead of air fried?

Yes – if you want to bake them instead of air frying – just prepare the rangoons as instructed and then bake at 400 for 10 minutes.

Tips for Making Crab Rangoons

Be sure to press out all of the air when you close in the edges. The excess air will create a balloon effect when the air inside heats up – which will cause the wonton to explode.
Don’t over-fill the wontons – this will also contribute to them exploding – you want to keep the insides inside – so you have less mess and a prettier presentation.
Make sure to seal the edges tightly with water.

recipe for crab rangoons

Can Wontons Be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes – you can make the filling, fill the wontons and close them up. Place them on a baking sheet and keep refrigerated for up to one day ahead of when you plan on making them. Be sure to keep them properly spaced as the uncooked wontons will tend to stick together in the moist air of the refrigerator.

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

What are the benefits of air frying?

Healthier

Convenience

Energy Efficient

Someone said to me once, “why make this in the air fryer if you can do it the conventional way in the same amount of time?” Well, air frying helps eliminate the need for a conventional oven.

Not only can you keep your home cooler in the summer by not using the oven, but you are saving money with reduced energy consumption costs as well.

Time Saver

Take it on the go

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How to Freeze Wontons

I’m all about freezing things when I have been a little too ambitious in the kitchen and made more than we can reasonably eat. This happens a lot now that I am often cooking for only 2-3 of us instead of feeding a family of 5. So the freezer saves the day often around here.

To freeze – make sure to do it before you fry them. Follow the instructions mentioned above for making ahead of time. But instead of placing them in the refrigerator – you will place them in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, transfer them to a zip-top bag or airtight container.

To cook them from frozen – just place them straight from the freezer into the air fryer. Give them a spritz of oil and then add 2-3 minutes to the overall cooking time. Super easy!

Ingredients for Crab Rangoons

cream cheese – softened
lump crab meat
green onion sliced thinly
Worcestershire sauce
garlic powder
lime- juiced
wonton wrappers
olive oil
Sweet chili sauce to serve

I have a bake option and other special features on my air fryer, is that the setting? Or do you put it on “air fry” setting?

All of my recipes were created with an air fryer that had only a temperature & timer setting – since not all air fryers have all the additional settings.

You can use the bake setting when making recipes that you would traditionally bake – but if possible, please just set the temperature & time for this recipe.

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How to Make Crab Rangoons

Combine the cream cheese, crab meat, green onion, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and lime juice in a small bowl.
Brush one side of a wonton wrapper with olive oil. Flip the wonton wrapper over so the olive oil side is facing down.
Add a tablespoon of crab filling in the center of the wonton wrapper.
Brush the edges of the wonton with water.
Pull two opposite corners of the wonton together, pressing them gently to steal. Then, pull the remaining two corners up to form a square. Steal the four lines together so the filling doesn’t burst when cooked.
Place the crab rangoons in the air fryer (make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket). Cook at 375F for 8-10 minutes, or until the wontons are crisp and golden brown.
Serve warm, with sweet chili sauce.

What type of crab do you use for crab rangons?

I’m a firm believer that if the ingredient is the star of the show – as in – these are crab stuffed wontons – then the crab should be the best possible quality you can find. While you can use imitation crab for these rangoons – I always recommend using lump crab meat if you can.

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

crab rangoons recipe

How to reheat wontons?

The key to a good wonton is keeping them crispy. So say no to the microwave when reheating the crab rangoons. Since you are already making them in the air fryer – you want to also reheat them in the air fryer. Just place them back in the basket or on the tray, give them a fresh spritz of oil and reheat at 375 degrees until hot again.

Can this recipe be doubled?

You can, and we do it often. Depending on the size of your air fryer – you might need to cook it in batches. But you can at least mix the crab stuffing altogether for a double batch and then work to stuff them all as you go. Fortunately, they don’t take very long to prep or cook – so you can make quite a few in a short period of time.

What air fryer do you use?

We actually have 3 air fryers. I have a smaller one from Phillips that we started with. I have since given that to my son since he’s only cooking for 1.

Plus it comes with a lot of the extra accessories I like to use when cooking with my fryer.

But I when I started working on my second air fryer book, I wanted to change things up. I picked up this Chefman 6.3 Quart Digital Air Fryer+ Rotisserie, Dehydrator, Convection Oven. It has 8 Touch Screen Presets (Fry, Roast, Dehydrate & Bake, BPA-Free, Auto Shutoff) & Accessories Included. It is XL Family Size, which is great!

Where Can I Buy Wonton Wrappers?

I have always found the wonton wrappers in the refrigerated area of the produce section in the grocery store. While all stores are a bit different – every store I have been to here I have found them consistently in that spot.

Now – when it comes to the wrappers themselves – not all brands are the same. I have used what seems like every brand out there. Some tear easily while others are nice and have the perfect thickness. You might have to see what is available and try different ones until you find one you like. Keep in mind – price isn’t always indicative of the quality – I have had more expensive brands not be so great and vice versa.

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: air fried, air fryer, crab, rangoon

Servings: rangoons

Ingredients

6 ounces cream cheese softened
4 ounces lump crab meat
1 green onion sliced thinly
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ lime juiced (about 1 teaspoon)
24 wonton wrappers
1 tablespoon olive oil
Sweet chili sauce to serve

Instructions

Combine the cream cheese, crab meat, green onion, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and lime juice in a small bowl.
Brush one side of a wonton wrapper with olive oil. Flip the wonton wrapper over so the olive oil side is facing down.
Add a tablespoon of crab filling in the center of the wonton wrapper.
Brush the edges of the wonton with water.
Pull two opposite corners of the wonton together, pressing them gently to steal. Then, pull the remaining two corners up to form a square. Steal the four lines together so the filling doesn’t burst when cooked.
Place the crab rangoons in the air fryer (make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket). Cook at 375F for 8-10 minutes, or until the wontons are crisp and golden brown.
Serve warm, with sweet chili sauce.

Notes

If your wonton wrappers don’t seal with water, brush them with an egg wash instead.
I used lump claw meat (because it’s what I had on hand) but use whatever you like. Chopped imitation crab can also be used.

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Duchess Potatoes

Duchess Potatoes are a side dish that is often served during the holiday season. They are made by combining mashed potatoes with egg yolks and butter, then piping them into shapes using a pastry bag.

They make for a very pretty side dish. The Duchess potatoes can be piped into any number of different shapes, such as swirls, circles, or wreaths.

I love serving these potatoes for the holidays because they are so much prettier than a big dollop of mashed potatoes. Plus it makes keeping serving sizes measured and it is easy to make sure you have enough for everyone.

Try serving these at your next holiday gathering – I know your guests will be impressed like ours are. That crisp outer layer with that cheesy, buttery flavor is INCREDIBLE!

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How to Store Duchess Potatoes

After the potatoes are cooled completely they should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They will be good for 4 days. Remove and reheat for 1 minute in the microwave.

Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.

When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.

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Ingredients for Duchess Potatoes

Yukon gold potatoes
butter – salted, room temperature
heavy whipping cream – room temperature
parmesan cheese – shredded
coarse sea salt
black pepper
garlic powder
egg yolks

Do I have to use Yukon Gold potatoes?

No, they are the best for mashed potatoes though. They have a great creamy consistency. Russet potatoes also work well, they are fluffier.

duchess mashed potatoes

How to Make Duchess Potatoes

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper and then lightly spray with cooking oil. Set aside.
Peel the potatoes and then cut them evenly so they’re all roughly the same size, but not too small.
Add the chopped potatoes to a large pot with cold water covering 2” above the potatoes.
Add the salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a rolling boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Using a slotted spoon transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking sheet and place them in the oven for 10 minutes.
Once baked, transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl and mash with a potato masher.
Add 5 tablespoons of the butter, 1 cup of the parmesan, the black pepper and garlic powder. Use a stand mixer with the wire whip, whip the potatoes and other ingredients on a medium speed for about 5 minutes. Scrape down the sides intermittently.
Add the egg yolks, one at a time while the whip is moving on low speed. Once they’re completely mixed turn off the mixer.
Transfer a portion of the potatoes to a piping bag with a large star (or 4B) tip. You can use a glass to hold the bag while you fill it to help avoid any mess.
Pipe the potato mixture into nice spiral mounds, about 3” wide and 2” tall on a clean, parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the baking sheet, uncovered, into the freezer for about 15-20 minutes.
Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
Remove the baking sheet from the freezer. Brush the melted butter lightly over the potato swirls.
Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese over the tops.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, depending on your oven. Watch the potatoes close, you can remove them once they start to brown on the edges.
Serve immediately.

This recipe calls for a stand mixer. Can I also make this recipe by hand?

Because this recipe requires whipping the potatoes at a high speed to create the right texture, this will require some sort of mixer to achieve the final end product of this recipe. However, you don’t need to use a stand mixer, these can be made using a hand mixer too.

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Can you freeze these Duchess Potatoes?

Definitely, they freeze well. Keep them in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 6 months.

Do I have to use the garlic powder?

Not at all. A hint of garlic is a popular way to serve mashed potatoes, but it’s not absolutely necessary.

What to serve these potatoes with

While we usually like to serve these potatoes with a holiday meal, they are always nice to have alongside a weeknight dinner too. Here are some of our favorite main dishes to pair with these potatoes.

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Why did my Duchess Potatoes not hold their shape and melt?

There could be many reasons. Perhaps they needed longer freezing. The potatoes were cut too small and made them watery. When making Duchess Potatoes you’ll want the mashed potatoes to be firm, not too creamy.

Why do you put the boiled potatoes into the oven for 10 minutes?

This step will help the potatoes lose some of the water and dry them somewhat. It’ll help keep your mashed potatoes from being too soft and soggy. You need them to be firm so they hold their shape when piping.

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Can I pipe these potatoes without a piping bag and tip?

Yes, you can use a resealable bag with the tip cut off. It won’t be quite as pretty but it will work.

How to soften the butter to room temperature?

First

But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.

Second

Third

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Duchess Potatoes

Duchess potatoes are a side dish often served during the holiday season. Similar to mashed potatoes, piped into shapes using a pastry bag. They make for a very pretty side dish.

Prep Time35

Cook Time50

Total Time1 25

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: duchess potatoes, mashed potatoes, side dish

Servings: potatoes

Ingredients

5 lb Yukon gold potatoes
½ cup butter salted, room temperature
½ cup heavy whipping cream room temperature
1 cup parmesan cheese – shredded + 3 tablespoons
1½ teaspoons coarse sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 egg yolks

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper and then lightly spray with cooking oil. Set aside.
Peel the potatoes and then cut them evenly so they’re all roughly the same size, but not too small.
Add the chopped potatoes to a large pot with cold water covering 2” above the potatoes.
Add the salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a rolling boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Using a slotted spoon transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking sheet and place them in the oven for 10 minutes.
Once baked, transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl and mash with a potato masher.
Add 5 tablespoons of the butter, 1 cup of the parmesan, the black pepper and garlic powder. Use a stand mixer with the wire whip, whip the potatoes and other ingredients on a medium speed for about 5 minutes. Scrape down the sides intermittently.
Add the egg yolks, one at a time while the whip is moving on low speed. Once they’re completely mixed turn off the mixer.
Transfer a portion of the potatoes to a piping bag with a large star (or 4B) tip. You can use a glass to hold the bag while you fill it to help avoid any mess.
Pipe the potato mixture into nice spiral mounds, about 3” wide and 2” tall on a clean, parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the baking sheet, uncovered, into the freezer for about 15-20 minutes.
Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
Remove the baking sheet from the freezer. Brush the melted butter lightly over the potato swirls.
Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese over the tops.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, depending on your oven. Watch the potatoes close, you can remove them once they start to brown on the edges.
Serve immediately.

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