Although these are not as pretty as I had hoped, they are absolutely delicious, crunchy at the start, then immediately chewy, but not sticky, and perfectly minty. Next time I make them, I might put the easy-to-manage meringue mixture in a piping bag with a star tip, to get a shape that's a bit more … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 16: Peppermint Kisses
Day: December 22, 2021
Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 15: Star-Topped Mince Pies
These are another easy, tasty version of a traditional holiday pie, that allows you to have just a small perfect bite, rather than an overwhelming slab on a plate. The crust is very forgiving, and the filling can be a store-bought mincemeat blend, but Ms. Lawson has provided a not-exactly traditional recipe for a filling, … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 15: Star-Topped Mince Pies
Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 14: Mom’s Caramels
I had never made my mom's caramels before. I didn't even have the recipe. They were just one of those things only my mom ever made. When I moved to the East Coast, I didn't take the recipe with me because it makes a remarkable number of caramels, more than The Husband and I could … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 14: Mom’s Caramels
Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 13: Aunt Hanna’s Cookies
These cookies are an everyday Finnish cookie, that I decorate with green and red glazed cherries for the holidays (inspired by Beatrice Ojakangas' suggestion in The Great Scandinavian Baking Book). They have become one of my favorite cookies, because they are not overly sweet, and are a nice change from all the sugary treats around … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 13: Aunt Hanna’s Cookies
Closer To Home Cooking 