It’s here! It’s here! We’re kicking off my 11th annual 12 Days of Cookies today, which means TWELVE COOKIE RECIPES IN A ROW! 🍪 #faf12daysofcookies

Today is day 1, and I’m starting with a recipe that’s been on my site since 2015— but it got a full recipe overhaul, new photos, and, of course, a video.

If you’ve been here a while, you know I’m an oatmeal raisin cookie LOVERRRRR. BUT! These are not your average oatmeal raisin cookies— they’re oatmeal RaisinET cookies! Think chewy, buttery, and packed with chocolate-covered raisins in every bite 😋

Basically your ultimate movie-theater snack… Without leaving your couch 🛋️

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these oatmeal Raisinet cookies directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/oatmeal-raisinet-cookies/

#oatmealcookies #raisinets #raisins ...

These no-bake chocolate salami cookies (yes, they’re actually called that) will make everyone think you did
THE MOST 💫

Because let’s be real: no one wants sad, basic no-bakes, and you know people eat with their eyes first 👀

Save this post to your cookie inspo collection or comment the word “recipe” below and l’ll send the link to these chocolate salami cookies directly to your DMs! 💌
#freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/
chocolate-salami/

#nobakecookies #chocolatesalami #christmascookies #christmasrecipes ...

First Monday (well— we’re doing it on Sunday because my 12 Days of Cookies starts tomorrow! 🍪) of the month means a brand new Bake Along! 🧑‍🍳 #fafbakealong

What is the Bake Along?
1️⃣ bake the assigned recipe (or alternate)
2️⃣ snap a pic
3️⃣ include a video for one bonus entry
4️⃣ leave a review (as a mega favor 💙)
5️⃣ get entered to win $100 to YOUR CHOICE of merchant

It’s that simple 🙌

December’s Bake Along is my brand new HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS and the alternative is PEPPERMINT BARK CANDY 🍭

Comment the words “bake along” below and I’ll send the link to the Bake Along page right to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/bake-along/

#marshmallow #marshmallows #homemadecandy ...

Baking + background Friends = my entire personality. Just ask my whisk and Friends couch tattoos (seriously).

Does this sound like a good time to you? If so, you’re in the right spot 😎

Looking for your new favorite baking recipes? I’ve got you covered— comment the word “index” below and I’ll send you the link to my recipe index so you can start perusing everything! 🧑‍🍳 • https://freshaprilflours.com/recipe-index/

#baking #bakingrecipes #fortheloveofbaking #procrastibaking ...

Life’s too short for “good enough” chocolate chip cookies.

So many folks go right to the recipe on the back of the bag when they’re making chocolate chip cookies, but the real magic is happening in THIS recipe.

Sure, it’s similar to the Toll House recipe. How many ways can you make chocolate chip cookies?

My version has:
🍪 cornstarch for extra softness
🍪 an egg yolk instead of a second egg for chewiness
🍪 melted butter for a thinner cookie with crisp edges
🍪 more brown sugar than granulated for extra moisture
🍪 two kinds AND sizes of chocolate chips for variety
🍪 chill time to allow the flour to moisten

Think it couldn’t possibly be that different? Think again. This review from Jay came in earlier this month:

“I’ve baked a lot of chocolate chip cookies and love trying new recipes. Made these last night and they are the best chocolate chip cookie I think I’ve made. Crispy edges and super soft on the inside. 10/10” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my VIRAL chocolate chip cookie recipe directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/classic-chocolate-chip-cookies/

#chocolatechipcookie #cookies #cookie #cookierecipe ...

The audacity. THE NERVE 😤

Ok, but really… My 11th annual 12 Days of Cookies starts December 1st! 📅

This year, I have 6 brand new and 6 completely updated cookie recipes that I KNOW you are going to love 🤗

There’s peppermint and Biscoff and sprinkles and toffee and you DON’T want to miss any of them! 🥰

Be sure to follow @freshaprilflours so you can catch them all 🍪 #freshaprilflours #faf12daysofcookies #christmascookies #cookies #12daysofcookies ...

Make a holiday-themed dish one to remember with these festive Grinch crepes! 💚❤️

By tinting my favorite buttery and delicate crepes a festive green, filling them with fluffy fresh whipped cream, and topping them with a vibrant red strawberry sauce, you’ll create a dish that’s as merry as it is memorable 🤗

Don’t worry! I walk you through exactly how to make crepes in the post, and there’s also a link to my comprehensive post on traditional crepes included in the post, too.

I promise… You can make crepes. They just take some (delicious) practice 😉

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these festive crepes directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/grinch-crepes/

#grinch #grinchmas #christmasmorning #christmasrecipe ...

Do you call it puppy chow? Monkey munch? Muddy Buddies? Whatever you call it… Just put it in your belly! 😋

This candy cane puppy chow is one of my favorite treats to make at Christmas. You can keep it gluten free, too, if you play your cards right 🃏

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my candy cane puppy chow recipe directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/candy-cane-puppy-chow/

#christmassnacks #christmasrecipes #candycane #christmas ...

One of my favorite cookies I’ve EVER made… All dressed up for Christmas! You’ll never guess how easy they are 🤯

And in case you’re new around here, hi! 👋 I’m Lynn and unfussy, easy-to-follow dessert recipes are my specialty.

I’m known for these Insta-famous, pillowy soft and ultra chewy vanilla sugar cookies, and all you have to do to them is roll them in colorful sugar and BOOM! 💥 you’ve got yourself one fab Christmas cookie that’s perfect for letting littles help with!

But don’t just take my word for it. Check out this review from Darci:

“Delicious, quick and so easy to make! It will be my “go to” sugar cookie recipe. I made the cookies with 3 third grade girls for a reward. It is a kid-friendly recipe. They could do every step with some assistance. I highly recommend this recipe!!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

So trust me, if you’re looking for SIMPLE Christmas cookies this year, this is your sign to hit “FOLLOW” on my profile so we can be baking besties this year 👯


Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these cookies directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/drop-christmas-sugar-cookies/

#christmascookies #christmasbaking #cookies #christmasrecipes ...

This may or may not be based on a true story lived over and over a hundred times since my firstborn child learned he was in control of his hands 🖐🏼 #wicked #bakinghumor #foodblogger #foodphotgraphy #baking ...

You can make homemade whipped cream with THREE ingredients: heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sugar.

And YES, it’s actually really simple!

You need:
⭐️ 1 cup heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
⭐️ 1 Tablespoon sugar (powdered or granulated)
⭐️ ½ to 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Beat the heavy cream until it starts to thicken, add the powdered sugar and vanilla, and then beat until medium peaks.

Boom 💥

Done ✅

Want some better visuals and a detailed tutorial? Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my homemade whipped cream directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/homemade-whipped-cream/

#whippedcream #thanksgiving #pie #thanksgivingrecipes ...

Apparently there are people on the internet who believe a snickerdoodle without cream of tartar is a personal attack.

Bless their hearts.

Anyway! Here’s a soft, chewy, tangy snickerdoodle that proves them wrong 😏

Oh. And! It’s a no chill recipe, so… Even more reason to love ‘em! 🤎

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my super easy and supremely delicious snickerdoodle without cream of tartar directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/soft-and-chewy-snickerdoodles/

#snickerdoodle #snickerdoodles #cookies #christmascookies ...

Ok, ok, so it’s not exactly a mistake, but you are missing out on MAXIMUM FLAVOR if you’re putting your spices in with the dry ingredients and NOT in with the butter/sugar 😮

That’s right, I want you to dismiss the instruction in every gingerbread/gingersnap recipe from now until forever that tells you to put the spices in with the flour and save them for the creaming step.

Why? 🤔

Adding the spices to the fat helps to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the batter, ensuring a consistent taste in your cookies and other baked goods. Also, fat is a great vehicle for flavor (think bacon grease) and can help enhance the intensity of the spices.

Fun fact: I also do this with my citrus zest! 🍊🍋

SAVE THIS 🏷️ and SEND THIS ✉️ to someone who has gingersnaps/gingerbread/ginger cookies on their baking list this year!

#gingerbread #bakingtips #baking #cookies #ginger ...

Do you love oatmeal cream pies? These are their jolly cousin, the gingerbread sandwich cookie.

They were the highlight of Friendsgiving and my own kids were dropping ‘bows to get to the last one 😝

Comment “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these cookies right to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/gingerbread-sandwich-cookies/

#christmascookies #sandwichcookies #cookies #christmas ...

As a cranberry sauce lover myself, I’m always down for trying a new version, and THIS ONE was a winner in our book! 🤩

Here’s what you’ll need:
❤️ 8 ounces (227g) fresh cranberries
🫐 4 ounces (113g) fresh blueberries
🤍 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
💦 1 cup (240mL) water
🍊 zest of one orange

Here’s how to make it:
1️⃣ In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, blueberries, sugar, water, and orange zest.
2️⃣ Bring mixture to a boil and immediately turn down to a simmer.
3️⃣ Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently and being careful not to let mixture boil over sides of saucepan. Allow to cool, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, up to 2 weeks.

➡️ Make ahead: this cranberry sauce can be made up to 1 week in advance. Store in the refrigerator, covered tightly, until ready to use. It also freezes well, up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight.

⭐️ BONUS: the recipe post has links to all of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes AND links to other variations of cranberry sauce that AREN’T the norm!

SAVE this post for later or comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to this blueberry cranberry sauce directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/blueberry-cranberry-sauce/

#thanksgiving #cranberrysauce #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingsides ...

When I tell you this is the best pumpkin pie you’ll ever make, I’m not kidding! It’s been the only pumpkin pie at our Thanksgiving table since 2010, and it’s loved by readers, too! 💗

“I LOVE this recipe! I’ve been making it for years and everyone always loves it. It’s pretty easy and there’s so much flavor. My favorite!” — Sam ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

What sets it apart from the rest? Black pepper and fresh orange zest… And, of course, my beloved pie dough that is flaky AF 🥧

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to this perfect pumpkin pie directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/classic-pumpkin-pie/

#pumpkinpie #thanksgiving #thanksgivingrecipes #pie ...

Handing you the perfect Grinch cookie recipe! 💚❤️

If you need a recipe that’s not the typical green cookie with a heart sprinkle on top (no shade, but it’s just so expected!), this cookie has you covered.

This charming holiday version of traditional Linzer cookies features tender and buttery almond flour sandwich cookies filled with strawberry jam. And they get better as time goes on— a bonus! 🥰

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these Grinch Linzer cookies directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/grinch-linzer-cookies/

#grinch #grinchmas #grinchcookies #christmascookies ...

I know I can’t be the only one who needs a stress-free Thanksgiving dessert right now…. Right?? 😮‍💨

These mini pecan pies feature a crispy top and gooey pecan pie filling in bite-size buttery and flaky homemade pie crust shells. This recipe is made without corn syrup and stands out from the crowd with a touch of bright orange zest for a zippy take on a classic.

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these pecan pie tarts directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/pecan-pie-tarts/

#thanksgiving #pecanpie #pecanpies #thanksgivingdesserts ...

Looking for THE BEST chocolate chip cookies on the internet? Start with these 🍪

Just this week, these two reviews came in:

“First of all I want to say that you were right… I had been putting off making your chocolate chip cookies because I thought, I’m sure it is no different than the rest......l was so wrong! They are hands down the best cookie we have ever had and my family said the same.”

“Ok, you win. I made the world’s best chocolate chip cookies and my very picky husband LOVED them.”

So what are you waiting for? 😏

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my viral chocolate chip cookies directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/classic-chocolate-chip-cookies/

#cookies #chocolatechipcookie #cookiegram #baking ...

Tell me you love holiday baking without saying you love holiday baking… I’ll go first 🤗

I have a feeling we’re both unapologetically cut from the same cloth— we get excited over peppermint season, sparkly sprinkles, and any excuse to make a batch of sugared cranberries.

If you found this, welcome home 🫶🏼

Follow along for more festive bakes, everyday treats, and discovering dessert cravings you didn’t know you had 🤭

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to this unbelievable peppermint bark cheesecake directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/peppermint-bark-cheesecake/

#christmas #christmasbaking #christmasrecipes #peppermintbark ...

Calling all bakers who want to make homemade candy without the fuss of a candy thermometer 📢
 
Want to dive into candy this year but want nothing to do with a thermometer? I GET IT.

Sometimes it’s really as simple as it sounds, and these creamy peanut butter meltaways are one of my favorite things to add to empty spots on cookie trays. They’re so easy to make and even easier to eat 😝

Don’t overcomplicate this, friend. Just follow along with me this week as I share my favorite ways to get candy in the holiday spread WITHOUT the stress 😮‍💨

Save this reel as your reminder to come back and grab all 5 of my candy recipes this week 🍭

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these peanut butter meltaways directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/peanut-butter-meltaways/

#christmascandy #christmas #christmasrecipe ...

If your Thanksgiving gathering is anything like ours (a few adults who fight for the last scoop of mashed potatoes and kids who only want rolls and whipped cream), roasting a whole bird can feel like way too much work and food 😵‍💫

That’s why I love making this easy turkey tenderloin recipe instead– it delivers all the flavor of classic Thanksgiving turkey with a fraction of the effort.

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link right to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/turkey-tenderloin/

#foodfoodfood #foodilicious #foodforfoodie #yummyinmytummy #foodfood #foodforever #foodtalk #foodlust #eeeeeeats #tastethisnext #foodietribe #foodiepic #eatingforthegram #missnewfoodie #foodieheaven #foodforfoodie #foodadventure #foodielove #cameraeatsfirst #eatingforinsta #foodofinsta #foodiepics #ourfoodstories ...

Calling all bakers who want to make homemade candy without the fuss of a candy thermometer 📢
 
Want to dive into candy this year but want nothing to do with a thermometer? I GET IT.

Sometimes it’s really as simple as it sounds, and this homemade fudge is made entirely in the microwave. I like to add walnuts to mine, but you can leave them out or add another add-in you prefer 🍫

Don’t overcomplicate this, friend. Just follow along with me this week as I share my favorite ways to get candy in the holiday spread WITHOUT the stress 😮‍💨

Save this reel as your reminder to come back and grab all 5 of my candy recipes this week 🍭

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to my easy microwave fudge directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/microwave-fudge/

#foodfoodfood #foodilicious #foodforfoodie #yummyinmytummy #foodfood #foodforever #foodtalk #foodlust #eeeeeeats #tastethisnext #foodietribe #foodiepic #eatingforthegram #missnewfoodie #foodieheaven #foodforfoodie #foodadventure #foodielove #cameraeatsfirst #eatingforinsta #foodofinsta #foodiepics #ourfoodstories ...

STRAIGHT TO JAIL 🚨

I thought I disliked sweet potato side dishes until I realized that what I actually didn’t like was SWEET sweet potato side dishes. Don’t get me wrong, there is a time and a place for sweet potato pie, but the whole marshmallow + sweet potato situation? It’s not for me 🙂‍↔️

And before this realization, I’d only ever seen mashed sweet potatoes in the same space as marshmallows and so it was a big “NO” ❌

It seems silly to say now, but once I started treating sweet potatoes the same way I treat traditional mashed potatoes, this side dish totally changed for me. As it turns out, though sweet potatoes obviously have a natural sweetness to them, we can prepare them in a way that complements that sweetness rather than capitalizes on it, and the results are absolutely delicious 🤤

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to these savory mashed sweet potatoes right to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/mashed-sweet-potatoes/

#foodfoodfood #foodilicious #foodforfoodie #yummyinmytummy #foodfood #foodforever #foodtalk #foodlust #eeeeeeats #tastethisnext #foodietribe #foodiepic #eatingforthegram #missnewfoodie #foodieheaven #foodforfoodie #foodadventure #foodielove #cameraeatsfirst #eatingforinsta #foodofinsta #foodiepics #ourfoodstories ...

Calling all bakers who want to make homemade candy without the fuss of a candy thermometer 📢
 
Want to dive into candy this year but want nothing to do with a thermometer? I GET IT.

Sometimes it’s really as simple as it sounds, and these homemade turtles are one you’ll come back to again year after year once you find out how simple they are to make!

Don’t overcomplicate this, friend. Just follow along with me this week as I share my favorite ways to get candy in the holiday spread WITHOUT the stress 😮‍💨

Save this reel as your reminder to come back and grab all 5 of my candy recipes this week 🍭

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to easy homemade turtles directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/turtle-candy/

#foodfoodfood #foodilicious #foodforfoodie #yummyinmytummy #foodfood #foodforever #foodtalk #foodlust #eeeeeeats #tastethisnext #foodietribe #foodiepic #eatingforthegram #missnewfoodie #foodieheaven #foodforfoodie #foodadventure #foodielove #cameraeatsfirst #eatingforinsta #foodofinsta #foodiepics #ourfoodstories ...

Calling all bakers who want to make homemade candy without the fuss of a candy thermometer 📢
 
Want to dive into candy this year but want nothing to do with a thermometer? I GET IT.

Sometimes it’s really as simple as it sounds, and this graham cracker version of saltine toffee is one of my personal favorites that I make every year!

Don’t overcomplicate this, friend. Just follow along with me this week as I share my favorite ways to get candy in the holiday spread WITHOUT the stress 😮‍💨

Save this reel as your reminder to come back and grab all 5 of my candy recipes this week 🍭

Comment the word “recipe” below and I’ll send the link to this graham cracker toffee directly to your DMs! 💌 #freshaprilflours • https://freshaprilflours.com/graham-cracker-toffee-bark/

#foodfoodfood #foodilicious #foodforfoodie #yummyinmytummy #foodfood #foodforever #foodtalk #foodlust #eeeeeeats #tastethisnext #foodietribe #foodiepic #eatingforthegram #missnewfoodie #foodieheaven #foodforfoodie #foodadventure #foodielove #cameraeatsfirst #eatingforinsta #foodofinsta #foodiepics #ourfoodstories ...