Almond crescents are a traditional holiday favorite in much of Europe, but these cookies taste good anytime of year. For an extra special touch, dip them in chocolate.
Holiday cookies
White Pfeffernuesse (Peppernuts)
Lebkuchen Diamonds
Lebkuchen is a German honey cookie that is
traditionally served at Christmas. But
you can cut the dough in heart shapes for Valentine’s Day, or use an oval
cutter for Easter egg-shaped cookies.
Dutch Spice Cookies (Speculaas)
In Holland, speculaas often are molded into the shapes of windmills, people, or St. Nick figures. Similar cookies are popular in Belgium and Germany.
Pumpkin Currant Bars
Looking for an easier alternative to pumpkin pie for your Thanksgiving dessert? These luscious pumpkin bars taste a lot like pumpkin pie, but you don’t have to roll out the crust. You can serve them plain or with a dab of whipped cream.