These Fudge Brownie Cookies have a rich chocolate flavor and an ultra-fudgy texture. Like your favorite brownies in cookie form, they’re perfect with vanilla ice cream or a cold glass of milk! These brownie-style cookies come from the cookbook Our Sweet Basil Kitchen by Cade & Carrian Cheney. I’ve followed their blog, Oh Sweet Basil, … Read more
Delicious dark chocolate fruit & nut clusters with pistachios, almonds, dried cranberries and raisins. Ready in minutes and so pretty, they make a great gift too! When I was 14 and my sister was 19, a boy had an enormous crush on her. That in itself isn’t unusual—my sister has always attracted admirers—but this particular … Read more
These thick, chewy peanut butter Oreo blondies combine bold peanut butter flavor with whole Oreos baked into every bite. Think of them as a peanut butter cookie and an Oreo merged into one — simple to make and dangerously delicious! These peanut butter Oreo blondies are a companion to my Oreo brownies and Oreo chocolate … Read more
These toffee brown butter chocolate chip cookies are intensely flavorful with a soft, chewy center and crisp edges. Brown butter gives a nutty, butterscotch note, and the cookies are studded with toffee bits and chocolate chips. A touch of sea salt balances the sweetness for a truly decadent treat. This recipe was updated September 16, … Read more
These chocolate Rice Krispie treats are perfectly gooey with a rich chocolate flavor and lots of soft marshmallows. Top them with an extra layer of melted chocolate for an indulgent finish. They’re simple to make and a delicious twist on classic Rice Krispie treats. This post was updated May 20, 2025 with new photos, recipe … Read more
These Holiday Sprinkle Cookies are pillowy soft and melt-in-your-mouth. They have a rich buttery vanilla flavor with a hint of almond and are studded with festive sprinkles. They’re an easy, crowd-pleasing cookie for your holiday baking. This year the whole family will be together for Christmas, which means: My parents’ house will be filled with … Read more
This raspberry buttercream frosting is creamy and fluffy with a fresh raspberry flavor. It can be made with fresh or frozen berries. The soft pink hue is lovely, but it’s the real berry flavor that stands out. It’s perfect for chocolate or vanilla cakes and cupcakes. This post was originally published July 26, 2015 and … Read more
These peanut butter pretzel chocolate chip cookies are thick and chewy with the ideal salty‑sweet balance. Crushed pretzels add a crunchy, salty contrast while the cookies remain pudgy and filled with chocolate chips. Best of all: there’s no need to chill the dough. This post was updated October 2023 with new photos and a slightly … Read more
This no-bake pumpkin cheesecake delivers warm pumpkin spice flavor, an extra-creamy texture and a cinnamon graham cracker crust. Easier than a baked cheesecake, it’s perfect for fall or Thanksgiving. *Originally posted August 2018. Updated September 2024 with improved photos and tips for the best results.* If you want a show-stopping pumpkin dessert without turning on … Read more
The perfect no-bake peanut butter treat: layers of creamy peanut butter filling alternate with Oreo cookies in this peanut butter icebox cake, finished with whipped cream and extra peanut butter. Why You’ll Love this Peanut Butter Icebox Cake An icebox cake is an easy, no-bake dessert made from alternating layers of cream and cookies. The … Read more