Try these chocolate snowcap cookies this Christmas – you won’t regret it! They’re really easy and quick to make, which makes these perfect for any last-minute baking this Christmas! For a twist, you can also add in a teaspoon of espresso powder if you want the cookies to have a bit of a kick!

Easy Chocolate Snowcap Cookies

 Photos: Shaws, Buns in My Oven.

Sugar cookies are a Christmas tradition and for good reason, too. They’re completely versatile, and once you’ve got the basic recipe down pat, you can add your own unique twist to it. We love topping them with sugar, adding chopped walnuts, and decorating them with Royal icing. There are lots of sugar cookie recipes out there, but we’ve got our hands on the best one! Roll up your sleeves and let’s get baking!

The best sugar cookie recipe ever!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups butter, softened
• 2 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 5 cups flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together butter and sugar until smooth using an electric mixer.
2. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
3. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Cover and chill dough at least 1 hour.
5. Preheat your oven to 400 F. Roll out the dough on a floured surface 1/4″ to 1/2″ thick.
6. Cut into shapes and place the cookies 1″ apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
7. Bake 6-8 minutes.
8. Take the cookies out of the oven, and while they’re still hot, transfer them to a cooling rack. Cool the cookies completely before decorating with Royal icing.

These fossil cookies are made using a simple sugar cookie recipe, and by pressing a seashell into them to leave an indentation. Serve them for a tea or coffee break, and don’t forget to experiment with other shapes for even more interesting designs!

Delicious Fossil Cookies

Easy sugar cookies that look like fossils!

Ingredients

• 3 cups flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups softened butter
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Cream together butter and powdered sugar using a mixer, or your hands.
2. Stir in the egg and vanilla extract. You can use clear vanilla extract to keep your cookies looking white.
3. Stir in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and roll until the dough is about 1/4 inch thick. Cut out the cookies using a pizza cutter. Press the shell into the dough, leaving an indention.
4. Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes. After the first 10 minutes, remove the cookies and re-press the shell into the still soft dough. Return to oven to finish baking.
5. Cool cookies on wire racks before serving.

Photos and recipe: A Beautiful Mess.

Pumpkin season is here, and it’s a perfect time to make these scrumptious cookies! Make a bunch of them to share with friends and family – we guarantee they’ll be grabbing seconds!

Delicious Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 1½ cups butter, softened
• 2 cups brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (15 oz.) pumpkin puree
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups flour
• 2 cups quick-cooking oats
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 bag (12 oz.) chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar and white sugar until creamy. Add in the pumpkin, egg and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Mix into the pumpkin mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto the baking sheets. Space the dough about 2 inches apart.

Photos: The Wannabe Chef, Kirbie Cravings. Recipe: Love Bakes Good Cakes.

Cereal isn’t just for breakfast anymore! You can make tonnes of tasty desserts with it! Cakes, donuts, cereal bars, the list goes on! We’ve rounded up 10 of the best cereal dessert recipes you won’t want to miss!

1. Cereal-Topped Donuts

These donuts are perfect for a brunch dessert that is sure to satisfy kids and adults alike! Top them with your favorite cereal and a vanilla glaze.

Recipe here.

2. Magically Delicious No-Bake Ice Box Pie

This magical pie is made with a Lucky Charms crust, cream cheese, whipped cream, and marshmallow fluff. Perfect for a kid’s party, this whimsical pie will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Recipe here.

3. Court-side Crunch 7 Layer Bars

These crunchy bars are full of pretzels, peanuts, dried cranberries, rice cereal, and Reeses Peanut Butter Cups. All the ingredients are then topped with condensed milk and baked in the oven. Keep these tasty bars on hand for school snacks, or eat them during the big game!

Recipe here.

4. Rice Krispie Treat Cupcakes

These Rice Krispie cupcakes are so adorable, they would be perfect to serve at a birthday party, or a baby shower! Check out the recipe that only requires a few simple ingredients!

Recipe here.

5. Frosted Flakes Macarons

Although it doesn’t look like it, these Macarons are made of Frosted Flakes! They look complicated, but are super easy to make! Don’t forget the buttercream center – it’s to die for!

Recipe here.

6. Fiber One Crunchy Fudge Cookies

This delicious cookie is made with a brownie mix and high-fibre cereal. If you’d like a dessert that’s more on the healthy side, this is for you!

Recipe here.

7. Rice Krispie Treat S’mores

These S’mores have a tasty marshmallow filling, and are made in only a few easy steps. Made in less than an hour, it’s the perfect last-minute dessert for any occasion!

Recipe here.

8. Puppy Chow Krispie Treats

Rice Krispies, peanut butter, marshmallows, and chocolate chips come together in this irresistible treat. This recipe requires no baking, making it a snap to prepare.

Recipe here.

9. Lucky Charms Ice Cream

If dry cereal desserts aren’t your thing, this one is for you! This homemade ice cream is great for hot summer days with the kids.

Recipe here.

10. Nutella Crunch Ice Cream Cake

There’s nothing better than adding Nutella to desserts, and cereal desserts are no exception. This ice cream cake is great for get-togethers or a party when you want a no-fuss dessert. Can you believe this whole cake is made with only 3 ingredients?!

Recipe here.