Delicious Almond Cookies

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These cookies have taken over my mind since I first started craving almonds. They were inspired by the traditional Puerto Rican wedding cake which usually is almond flavored with bits of delicious sliced almonds. It truly one of my favorites.  For this recipe, you will need to feel somewhat homesick and nostalgic. These two feelings …

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Healthy Oatmeal and Banana Cookies

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There’s this health craze going about. I’m not entirely sure who invented the two ingredient oatmeal and banana cookie. It’s just been swooshing around the Internet for a while. I’ve always been interested in the cookie. It seemed simple enough and I happened to have some ripe bananas that needed some eating. I’d like to think …

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Monster Cookies

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Another post?! Yes. WRITE ME ANOTHER! This recipe here has been stewing in my mind for months. Months! Months, I tell you! I couldn’t really decide in the right combination of candies to create this monster cookie. I didn’t want M&Ms. I love them. Don’t get me wrong. I just don’t like the candy coating …

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Easy Lemon Cupcakes

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Hello my dearest WordPressians, How are you doing? I’m doing pretty well, thanks for asking. Actually, I bought a new cupcake pan and somehow, SOMEHOW, managed to give myself a paper cut with the paper that lined it. The cut is in a very awkward position, sort of on the side of my thumb. Other …

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Mantecaditos Puerto Rican Cookies

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If you are ever lucky enough to visit this enchanted island, I suggest you ask the locals which is the best bakery, and try absolutely everything they have. Puerto Rican bakeries are magnificent. They’re pastry wonderlands filled with secrets and family recipes. If only I could get the recipe of bizocho de novia! These cookies are a …

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Almond Shortbread Cookies

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I have pleaded with the gods. On my knees, I have begged for inspiration. They have not forsaken me. At last, I have a post that is worthy enough for you, my reader. It’s been a while, I know. It has been far too long, and for that, I am sorry. Nevertheless, I am here …

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