But I made a vow to my blueboard trench buddies (you know, those who are in the submission trenches with me on Verla Kay's message boards) that I wouldn't talk about my submission anymore, since I really have no news to speak of, so today I needed to take my mind of writing completely. That means today's post is all about COOKIES.
Yes. Cookies.
Yum.
I've been craving cookies lately. Don't ask me why. I've actually been cutting back on my sugar intake because it just doesn't sound good to me anymore, but last week I suddenly wanted cookies and more cookies and even more cookies. I actually bought chocolate chips (a really big bag from Costco) so we could make cookies. I NEVER buy chocolate chips, so this is a big deal, people.
Anyway, here is a countdown of my top three:
#3: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (image by Squid! from Flickr)
I LOVE oatmeal in my cookies. In fact, I love oatmeal. Period. When I was a little girl, I used to eat plain, uncooked rolled oats like a horse (only horses don't usually eat rolled oats, but you get the picture). And when I was a newlywed, someone gave me a recipe for oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that melt in your mouth. I've been using that recipe ever since.
#2 Rice Crispy Treats (image by stevendepolo from Flickr)
Okay, this really isn't a cookie, but it's still one of my faves. It's quick and easy and so so yummy. And they are perfect treats for those with gluten allergies, since the last time I checked, there was no wheat (still, I suggest you check the packaging and don't just take my word for it). I make them for my cub scouts quite often because we do have boys with wheat issues, and this is one treat I can be certain all of them can enjoy.
And #1 on my list is...
1. No-bake cookies! (image by alibree from Flickr)
I told you I love oatmeal! And these are the best because the oatmeal is still (mostly) raw. Plus I love the chocolate/peanut butter flavor almost as much as I love oatmeal. This is heaven on a tray right here.
Anyway, I love rotating through these three, but I also love trying different cookies. What are your favorites? Do you know of a cookie that is better than my favorites?
(So, there's my post all about cookies. Sorry it's not book-related, but I'm sure there could be a lesson about books or writing hidden in there somewhere, if you dig deep enough.)
My MIL makes a cookie with a mini-Snickers inside it. TO DIE FOR.
ReplyDelete~Aimee
I like the No-Bake cookies with honey instead of sugar, just ues 1/2 the amount and it is sooo good.
ReplyDeleteOatmeal Chocolate Chips is a staple in my house, again made with honey.
I can't eat the rice crispy treats because of the marsh-mellows in them, to much sugar. But I did love them when I could eat them, I would add more butter and more marsh mellows than called for, really yummy.
Aimee--Snickers?! Oh, now those sound good!
ReplyDeleteAnon--I hear you on the more butter and more marshmallows! I like them that way, too. I'll have to try this honey instead of sugar idea. I haven't been eating as much sugar, and I must admit that these cookies are tasting a bit too sweet nowadays.