Mexican Hot Chocolate Slice & Bake Cookies

I remember having my first Mexican Hot Chocolate in Austin, Texas at a coffee shop we used to go to to study at (it was open all night long). I remember it having a kick of spice that hit the back of my throat, but it was still so nice. Well, I tried making cupcakes first and they turned out rather "messy". I had leftover frosting from the cupcakes, so the next day I tried making cookies and they turned out much better (and prettier). Take a look at these Mexican Hot Chocolate Slice & Bake Cookies with the complimenting Cocoa and Cinnamon Frosting.

*Makes: 30+ cookies

Ingredients

For cookies:

• 1 1/2 cups (230g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (60g) cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp fine salt
• 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick), at room temperature
• 1/2 cup (110g) packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 1/2 tsp vanilla 

For frosting: 

• 1 cup (230g or 2 sticks) butter, softened
• 4 1/2 cups (500-600g) confectioners sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup (60g) heavy cream

Gluten Free Jumbo Size Tagalongs (Girl Scout Cookie Copycat)

I have been interested in making tons of "copycat" cookies and baked goods recently. I mean who wants to buy them at the store when you can make them from your own home? I have already made thin mints (which turned out great), nutter butters (again, great), and yesterday I made Keebler fudge stripe cookies (which were probably my favorite...wait I say that about everything...). Today I decided to stick with one of my favorite Girl Scout Cookies. A simple cookie with peanut butter and chocolate. Doesn't that sound like heaven? I was once a Girl Scout and I remember eating so many boxes of cookies rather than selling them (don't tell my mom). I wanted to re-live my childhood in my kitchen today. I decided to make these gluten free for those who have a sensitivity. Check them out. Oh, and these guys are huge!

*Makes: 24 cookies (depending on size)

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups (320g) gluten free plain flour
• 1 tbsp xanthan gum
• 16 tbsp butter
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (70g) powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/4 cup (220g) milk & dark chocolate, chopped
• 8 tbsp peanut butter (at least)
• 4 tsp powdered sugar, sifted 

Gluten Free Keebler Copycat Fudge Stripe Cookies

Keebler Fudge Stripe Cookies are my dad's favorite cookies in the whole world. I remember staying up late watching TV with him and he would go grab them out of the fridge (because anything chocolate is always better cold rather than at room temperature) and we would devour the entire package. It was kind of like my dad and I were bonding. Yes, my dad and I bonded over sports and cookies, so what? Anyway, I decided to make my very own fudge stripe cookies, gluten free style. Overall, it took me a little over 3 hours for them to be complete (and in my mouth), and it was worth it (I got some stuff done while waiting, don't worry). You should definitely give these a try, gluten free or not. Go!

*Makes: about 36 cookies

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups (300g) gluten free plain flour
• 1 tbsp xanthan gum
• 16 tbsp butter
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (70g) powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/4 cup (220g) milk & dark chocolate, chopped

Gluten Free Mini Snickerdoodle Sandwiches

Snickerdoodles are my all-time favorite cookie. They remind me of my mom because if she ever spontaneously made cookies, it would be these. Probably because they are fairly simple and require minimal ingredients (almost every household should have these ingredients!) Well, I made these sandwiches before for my fiance to take to work, but that was when I wasn't baking gluten free. This time, I decided to make them miniature and also gluten free. Boy let me tell you, they are as soft as fluffy pillows. They just melt in your mouth! Give them a shot, you won't regret it. 

*Makes: 50+ cookies

Ingredients

For dough:

• 1 stick plus 5 tablespoons (13 tablespoons) butter, at room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups (300g) sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 1/8 cups (400g) gluten free plain flour 
• 2 teaspoons xanthan gum 
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon combined with 6 tablespoons sugar for rolling 

For spread:

• 1 large tablespoon of peanut butter
• 1 large tablespoon of nutella

Gluten Free Sugar Doughnut Cookies

Doughnuts and cookies? Combined? Yes, that is correct. I saw someone make these online and I had to try it out on my own, gluten free style. They were so much fun to make and even more fun to decorate. Take a look! 

*Makes: 16 cookies

Ingredients

For cookies:

• 1 1/2 cups (200g) gluten free plain flour mix
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120g) of butter, melted  
• 1 teaspoon baking soda  
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract  
• 1 large egg  

For icing:

• 8oz (230g) of cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/2 cup (120g) butter, room temperature
• 1 pound (480g) confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Food coloring
• Gluten free sprinkles (or whatever other topping you want to use)

Gluten Free Thin Mints

I remember growing up and usually in the Fall, the Girl Scout Cookies would be available to purchase (not to mention I was one as a child). We would always buy so many boxes of cookies because everyone in my family loved them. Now, I am currently in the UK and unless I want them shipped to me, I can't get them. I am also eating gluten free at the moment, which wouldn't allow me to eat them even if they were available here. So I decided to make my own! Check out my Gluten Free Thin Mints, which are super fun and easy to make. 

*Makes: 32 cookies

Ingredients

For the cookies:

• 5 tablespoons butter
• 4 ounces (120g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 3/4 cup (120g)  gluten-free plain flour
• 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum 
• 1/2 cup (40g) cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (100g) sugar

For the glaze:

• 1/2 pound (300g) total of dark chocolate (150g) & milk chocolate (150g), chopped
• 1 tablespoon peppermint extract (or more, to your liking)

Gluten Free Nutella Nutter Butters

Peanut butter is one of my favorite toppings. My dad used to eat peanut butter on his toast every morning and he got me to do the same (thanks dad!). I could easily just shove spoonfuls of it into my mouth, but I would rather bake with it. We all remember eating Nutter Butters as kids. I decided to try and make my own gluten free Nutter Butters. Instead of the peanut butter filling in the middle, I thought Nutella would taste a lot better (and I think I'm right!). You be the judge. Enjoy!

*Makes: 14 cookies

Ingredients

• 1 stick (8 tbsp) butter, softened
• 1/3 cup (90g) peanut butter
• 1/2 cup (110g) brown sugar, packed
• 1 1/4 cup (160g) gluten free plain flour mix 
• 1/4 cup (30g) brown rice flour 
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp xanthan gum
• Nutella

Gluten Free Mini Cinnamon Roll Cookies

I've been craving cinnamon rolls for a while now and then it struck me. Cinnamon roll cookies! Plenty of people have done these before, but what about Gluten Free? And miniature? These mini cookies have everything a cinnamon roll has, even that warm sugary icing poured on top. They are easy to take to work, to school, or to just have at home for you to munch on! Take a look.

*Makes: 20 cookies

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 ounces (85g) cream cheese 
• 1/3 (70g) cup  sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 cups gluten-free plain flour
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon for sprinkling
• 2 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling 

For icing

• 2 ounces (55g) cream cheese, softened
• 7 tablespoons of butter, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 tablespoons of milk
• 1 1/2 cups (200g) of powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Gluten Free Marshmallow Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies

Marshmallows...Nutella....Chocolate Chips...all thrown together to make the tastiest cookies? And might I add that these cookies are Gluten Free. I was worried about these cookies tasting a bit off, considering this is only my 2nd attempt at baking Gluten Free, but they were delicious. If you are experimenting with Gluten Free products just like me, you've got to give these ones a try!

*Makes: 12 cookies

Ingredients 

• 1 1/2 cups (200g) Gluten Free Self Raising Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter at room temperature
• 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (50g) white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 3/4 cup (120g) of chocolate chips (or any flavor that you wish)
• bag of large marshmallows (you won’t need the whole bag)
• Nutella

Peanut Butter Nutella Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

All of these ingredients thrown together form the most mouth-watering cookies! 

*Makes: 16 cookies

Ingredients

• 1 stick (1/2 cup/110g) unsalted butter, room temp
• 1/3 cup/80g creamy peanut butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp of nutella (or 2 if you want more!)
• 1 1/4 cups /170g all purpose flour
• 1/4 cup/ 50g confectioner’s sugar
• 1/2 tsp sea salt 
• 3/4 cup/ 130g of chocolate chips