I am my mother's daughter and as much as I love the flavors of Fall--pumpkin, cranberries and apples, I still think chocolate is the best comfort food there is. If you know your cookies, Brussels is one that is made by Pepperidge Farms. I go by the rule, if I want a cookie, but I don't feel like baking, then, the only cookie brand I will buy is Pepperidge Farms:-))
When I lived in Connecticut, the Pepperidge Farms' factory was in the next town over from us and believe me, the aroma was wonderful. Brussels, along with Milanos are my weakness, so when I came across this recipe, by one of my favorite cookbook authors, I had to make them.
Lara Ferroni's last book I bought was
Doughnuts, Simple and Delicious Recipes to Make at Home.
She has a new book that will be out later this month called
Real Snacks, Make Your Favorite Childhood Treats Without all the Junk!
These are not only outrageously good, but healthy too...if that's possible for this decadent treat.
Homemade Brussels
(Click on the title for the recipe!)
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| Oat Bran, along with White/Whole Wheat flour |
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| The dough is soft and somewhat sticky |
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| Use a scoop that will give you a 1-inch ball | |
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| Place about 2-inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet |
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| Bake for 12 minutes. Allow to cool, then spread with a filling of bittersweet chocolate with 1 Tablespoon of heavy cream |
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| Sandwich the cookie with a "like" size |
The cookies tasted wonderful and I'm thinking these will definitely be a part of my Cookie Boxes for Christmas. Enjoy!
