Choc Orange Choc Chip Cookies …

This recipe for Choc Orange Choc Chip Cookies is a wonderful twist on the standard Chocolate Chip Cookie … and they’re the “bee’s knees”. Miss 19 was a bit reluctant to try them at first, as she isn’t a big fan of oranges, but once I coaxed her she loved them … couldn’t get enough of them, in fact! Suitable to freeze, these are great for morning or afternoon tea and kid’s school lunchboxes. Enjoy! Choc Orange Choc Chip Cookies …   Print Cook time 10 mins Total time 10 mins   Recipe type: Biscuits/Cookies Ingredients … 3 ½ cups … read more

Snickerdoodles …

Donuts are my weakness and I think that’s why I love these Snickerdoodles so much. That smell of sugary cinnamon when these come out of the oven sends me weak at the knees. These biscuits are like little pillows of fluffiness, mildly chewy and absolutely delicious. Enjoy! Snickerdoodles …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Recipe type: Biscuits/Cookies Ingredients … 3 cups plain flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, at room temperature ¾ cup brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2 large eggs 2 … read more

“Be My Valentine” Chocolate Gingerbread Biscuits …

I’m a romantic at heart, so I do love Valentines Day! It’s still a little way away but when I baked these Chocolate Gingerbread Biscuits yesterday, I thought my heart-shaped cookie cutter would turn them into the perfect edible gift for you guys to bake for your significant other to show how much you care! I bought a packet of Smarties (and picked out the pink ones) and a Decorating Icing Kit by Queen to decorate these for Valentines Day but any cookie cutter shape will do if you just want to make these for morning teas, lunchboxes or an after school snack. … read more

Cherry Ripe Biscuits …

If you’re a fan of Cherry Ripes, then these biscuits will be right up your alley. Chocolatey and fudgy with delicious chunks of Cherry Ripe scattered through, these are sinfully good … just be sure to hide them from the kids or they’ll vanish before your eyes. Enjoy! Cherry Ripe Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … ½ cup butter, chopped 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 1 ¼ cups brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg ¼ cup self-raising flour, sifted 1 cup plain flour, sifted 1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda ⅓ cup cocoa powder 5 large … read more

M & M Christmas Cookies …

These are a delightful little Cookie to make at Christmas time. M & M’s are available at this time of the year in Christmas packs featuring just the red and green M & M’s … perfect for Christmas baking. My kids love these cookies … I hope all the little Cookie Monsters living at your place enjoy them as well! M & M Christmas Cookies …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 24 Ingredients … ½ cup butter, softened but not melted 1 cup castor sugar 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 ¾ cups plain flour ¾ … read more

Butterscotch Biscuits …

These are one of the easiest biscuits to make … they only need 4 ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time. And did I mention how delicious they are? Enjoy! Butterscotch Biscuits …   Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 13 mins Total time 28 mins   Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 30 – 32 Ingredients … 1 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 2 ½ tablespoons golden syrup 2.5 cups self-raising flour Method … Preheat oven to 180C and line 3 biscuit trays with baking paper. Using an electric mixer, beat butter, brown sugar and golden … read more

Shortbread Biscuits …

Shortbread has always been one of my favourite biscuits and this recipe is rich and buttery … so delicious! Shortbread Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1⅛ cups butter, room temperature ½ cup caster sugar 2⅔ cups plain flour ½ cup cornflour, lightly packed ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt Method … Cream the butter and sugar, using an electric mixer, until well combined. Add plain flour, cornflour, baking powder and salt and beat on a low speed until mixture comes together to form a dough. Transfer … read more

Choc-Peanut Brownie Biscuits …

If you love brownies, you’re going to fall in love with these biscuits … it truly will be a case of love at first sight … or should I say, love at first bite! These Choc-Peanut Brownie Biscuits are rich, chewy and scrumptious. Unfortunately, they won’t be suitable for school lunchboxes if your school has a “No Nut” Policy but that’s perfectly okay because it simply means there’ll be more for you. So pour yourself a drink, put up your feet and munch on one (or maybe five)! Choc-Peanut Brownie Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 30 … read more

Coconut Biscuits …

This is an old family recipe that I’ve been baking for years. It’s quick and easy and only needs 6 ingredients. This is a great snack for kids lunchboxes or for after school. Enjoy! Coconut Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 30 Ingredients … ½ cup butter 1 cup castor sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract/essence 1 egg 2 cups self-raising flour 1 cup desiccated coconut extra castor sugar Method … Preheat oven to 175C fan-forced and line a baking tray with baking paper. Beat butter and castor sugar together until pale and creamy … read more

Chocolate Tiny Teddies …

Tiny Teddy Biscuits are a hit with most kids so, if you’d like to try whipping up a batch yourself, here is a simple recipe using basic ingredients that you’ll most likely have in your pantry. The only other thing you will need is a small Teddy Bear cookie cutter and, because I know you’ll all ask, I purchased mine online from the Cookie Cutter Shop (click her for the link). It’s not quite as tiny as the biscuits you’ll buy from the supermarket as it measures 4.5 cm but personally I prefer the slightly bigger shape. Perfect for school lunches or an after school … read more

Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies …

I’m addicted to Nutella! There I’ve said it … I love that stuff so much I can eat it straight from the jar! In fact, it may be necessary to stage an intervention soon before I eat my body weight in Nutella. It appears, however, I’m not the only one and I recently discovered that there is actually a World Nutella Day which will be celebrated next year on Friday, 5th February, 2016. Amazing!! So for those of you who also love Nutella, here’s a simple recipe you’re sure to enjoy! Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies …   Print Author: Mrs Organised … read more

Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits …

These little Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits are sure to be a hit … soft, chewy and simply delicious! The cranberries add a really sweet flavour and compliment the white chocolate beautifully. These biscuits freeze well and make the perfect addition to school lunchboxes. I buy the Ocean Spray Craisins for this recipe and you’ll find them in the baking aisle at the supermarket with other dried fruits. Enjoy! Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … ¾ cup … read more

Chocolate Chip Cookies … 60 Freezable Cookies …

Who doesn’t love a deliciously soft, gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie … one that melts in your melt and begs you to eat just one more! Well, these cookies certainly fit that description and my only advice would be to get them into the freezer once they’ve cooled or they just might vanish right before your eyes. This is a great little recipe because it also goes a long way to create 60 cookies that freeze perfectly. Enjoy! Chocolate Chip Cookies … 60 Freezable Cookies …   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 20 mins … read more

Gingernut Biscuits …

Gingernuts are a classic biscuit and this recipe has survived from my Home Economics Days at school … more years ago than I care to remember! This recipe will make about 40 biscuits which will freeze really well. Perfect for morning tea with a cuppa or great for school lunchboxes. Just pop a couple into a small container or ziplock bag (still frozen) and they’ll be defrosted by the time the kids need to eat them. Enjoy! Gingernut Biscuits …   Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 30 mins   Author: Mrs Organised … read more

Dotty Cookies …

These cookies are so easy using simple ingredients and only taking about 15 minutes to mix. They’ll be a huge hit with the kids and are perfect in lunchboxes for a morning tea treat or great as an after school snack with a lovely glass of icy cold milk! These cookies are also great to serve at a child’s birthday party because they are so cute and bright! I love this recipe because it stretches a long way, making approximately 30 – 32 cookies. Enjoy! 5.0 from 1 reviews Dotty Cookies …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 30 – 32 Ingredients … read more