Umpleby's Bakery & Café

Day 7 The Peanut Butter  Here is another cookie that arguably isn’t Christmas-y.  However, what I like about it is that it brings a unique flavor and look to the cookie tray.  One look at those cross hatch marks on the top and you know it is a PB (as a personal preference I like using a 3- prong fork over a 4 pronger)

And for the peanut butter lovers out there this is the best cookie to have for the season.  Sandwich two of them together with some more peanut butter and you get that huge Girl Scout cookie seller – the savannah.  Coming tomorrow – the return of the prodigal cookie…..

Day 6 The Coconut Macaroon  We leave the flour in the barrel and the butter in the fridge for this cookie.  Made with only egg whites, coconut, sugar and vanilla this cookie is made for the gluten intolerant people.  And you know what else?  It contains minimal fat so you can eat a few and not feel the slightest bit guilty. And you know what else?  They taste great!  And they are easy to make!  So this cookie has a lot going for it. Which is nice.

Day 5 – The Raspberry Thumbprint   The Holiday tray of cookies wouldn’t be complete without this festive treat.   Belonging in the drop cookie category we make this with the basic building blocks of baking –  Flour, butter, sugar,  salt and vanilla.   We don’t add nuts in deference to our customers with allergies but instead add a dollop of raspberry preserves in the center.  The result is a satisfyingly rich cookie that has a splash of  Christmas color.