If you love shortbread like we do, it might be time to think about taking your treats to the next level. By that, we mean using a new take on the traditional shortbread molds used in Scotland, the ...

Heat oven to 350 F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick foil, extending flaps over both ends so that the bars may be removed easily after they are cool. Beat 3/4 cup butter with electric mixer ...

Buttery shortbread is not only a favorite holiday treat but it makes a great gift. Our cookie platter would be lonely without it. My husband hails from Scotland, where shortbread is a BIG DEAL.

Craving a sweet treat? Explore easy cookie recipes that fit real-life snacking, whether you’re sharing with friends or ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. The decorations are up, the holiday movies are on repeat, but ...

Looking for the ultimate cookie? This one, from Jesse Szewczyk’s “Cookies: The New Classics” (Clarkson Potter, $27.50), hits all the buttons. Buttery shortbread. Gooey caramel. Nutty peanut butter. Oh ...

If your butter isn’t at room temperature, cut it into a few pieces and microwave at 50-percent power in 5-second intervals, turning the butter between each burst. For extra texture and flavor, mix in ...

For years, the Times Union has been bringing you an annual Holiday Cookie Guide, a showcase of cookie recipes that are sure to please at your office party or holiday exchange. And we test every recipe ...