There are certain flavors associated with winter holiday cookies: cinnamon, citrus, cranberry, chocolate, coconut and mint top the list. But for the most part, any cookie is an appropriate holiday cookie.
For many the season wouldn’t be complete without the ritual of baking cookies whether as gifts, for a cookie swap, to leave out for Santa or simply to enjoy with a mug of cocoa or glass of milk, writes Kelly Brant.
Getting the perfect cookie texture is a complicated affair. Sometimes it can be achieved by slightly under- or over-baking. But the easiest way to ensure the desired texture is to make sure you’re using the right ingredients for the job.
For recipes and tips, read Wednesday’s Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Style.