German Chocolate Cake Cookies

I have to say I almost feel guilty including this entry... a bit too "Sandra Lee" for my style. These cookies really are good though so I didn't want to deprive you of the indulgence. These are probably the most simple cookies I've ever made, and still decadent and soft, just like I love them! Chocolate, coconut, and pecan are a sinful combination.

German Chocolate Cake Cookies via All Recipes:

http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/german-chocolate-cake-cookies/Detail.aspx

Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies

I had a hankering for a classic fav and this what I came up with. It always turns out I like the cookie dough way better than the cookies, my stomach however, doesn't agree so much. These stayed pretty chewy, I HATE crispy cookies! I added one cup of chopped pecans and used milk chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. These made a HUGE batch and didn't even last the morning at work this weekend!

Chocolate Chip Cookies via Epicurious:

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Chocolate-Chip-Cookies-108703

Potato Chip Cookies

In my neverending sweet & salty quest, this recipe naturally sparked my fancy. Fulfilled my fancy? ...not so much. Not that it wasn't a delicious cookie, it really was, especially if you love pecan sandies. This cookie just didn't live up to all my sweet & salty hopes. In fact the potato chips actually almost became unnoticeable once they were baked into this crispy, buttery package. Not to mention that I'm really not a crispy cookie fan, this was also a bit of a disappointment. Either way, the cookie was well received at work. You will definitely like these if you are a pecan sandie fan. (Plus there is the added benefit of chip snacking while baking.) On to the next!

Potato Chip Cookies via Noble Pig:

http://noblepig.com/2008/12/21/how-to-elevate-a-sandie.aspx

German Chocolate Pecan Pie

I'm working on Thanksgiving, so the pie preparations must begin early! This recipe actually came from an American Way magazine that Cornell found on one of his flights. Super easy! (Believe me, I actually just made four of these!) It does make a large amount of pie filling, so definitely buy the deep dish variety, and maybe even some mini crusts for any leftovers you will probably have. This will totally satisfy your sweet tooth.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE

via Texas Pie Kitchen & American Way Magazine

3 eggs

1 cup sugar

1 cup dark corn syrup

3 tablespoons softened butter

1 tablespoon vanilla

1/2 cup shredded coconut

1 cup (plus a handful for topping) chocolate chips

1 cup chopped pecans

1 unbaked pie shell

Mix first 5 ingredients together until smooth. Add coconut, chocolate chips, & pecans to combine thoroughly. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Sprinkle top of pie with handful of chocolate chips for topping. Bake at 350 for 1 hour.

Hello Dolly Bars

I made these to take to work for a farewell soiree for one of our dietitians, Grete. These were a HUGE success, so much so that they were actually renamed "OH BABY BARS." I thought that was quite amusing. They are very rich, so I would recommend cutting them in pretty small pieces. Even one inch squares should suffice. The only thing I might do differently next time is try substituting peanut butter chips instead of butterscotch chips. 

Hello Dolly Bars via Smitten Kitchen:

http://smittenkitchen.com/2007/10/lookin-swell-dolly/

Peach Pie with Candied Pecan Topping

This is a PIE! Not sure how I came up with this hankering, but it was no mistake. Shared this with my Dad & Tammy, and they also were not disappointed. What can I say... I aim to please!

Peach Pie with Candied Pecan Topping via Better Homes & Gardens:

http://feasties.wordpress.com/2009/02/12/peach-pie-with-candied-pecan-topping/

*note: ignore the author's comment about not liking Better Homes & Gardens. It is a GREAT cookbook, and a quintessential necessity to any cook's collection, ...in my humble opinion.

Sock it to Me Cupcakes

These tasty little treats were made for my sister Amy's 20th birthday this past June by her personal request, big hit! I'd been hearing about "Sock it to Me Cake" for awhile and had to find out what all the fuss was about. They are definitely tasty. Only change I made to this one was to make them as cupcakes instead of a whole cake. (I try to convince myself that cupcakes help with my portion control.) Just bake in a muffin pan for 16-18 minutes if you also prefer this route. Same temperature.

Sock it to Me Cake via the Neely's:

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/neelys/mama-neelys-sock-it-to-me-cake-recipe/index.html