I think salt is one of the most under-appreciated ingredients in baking. It serves several purposes in recipes — but its most magical function is its ability to enhance the depth and flavour of the other ingredients in your mixing bowl. Salt is especially important in sugar-heavy recipes, such as frostings, because it really helps…
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Fig, Walnut & Dark Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
This is a classed-up version of my Big and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies. The chopped up figs practically melt into these cookies as they bake, creating a sticky sweetness that pairs beautifully with the smoky molasses. The addition of dark chocolate adds even more sophistication to an otherwise humble cookie, while the walnuts add texture and…
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cookies aka “Terry the Berry” Cookies
The inspiration for these comes from my cousin Terry, who texted me one day wondering if I happened to have a recipe for cookies made with dark chocolate and raspberries. I didn’t — but I was game. The issue I’ve had in the past with cookies made with fresh berries is that the fruit tends…
