Best cookie book I ever owned
931498
My mom got me this book because I originally  got it at the library and loved it but didn't have enough check out time to go through it all.
I have been baking since I was 10 years old and this is the best cookie book I have ever found.
the recipes are simple and don't take lots of prep time.
and the pictures let you see what looks appetizing so you don't end up making a color of cookie you don't like :D.
I give this book 5 stars!!!
4393077
My dad gave me this book many years ago and it began my passion por baking. The pictures are extra pretty, the directions are really easy to follow. The plates and cups are super cute and the recipes have never gone wrong, except for me not following through. My favorite recipes from this book are gingerbread cookies, chocolate tartlets, pie crust, chocolate caraque cake (one that looks like a hut) and choux.
2386822
These cookies are AMAZING! And in spite of the beauty and lavish appearance, the ones I've made so far are very simple to make! My favorite cookie book (containing my favorite cookies, now) EVER!
2855568
These recipes are great! I have made everyone in the book and there was not a "crumbler" in there! I ended up buying more of the books to give away as presents because everyone kept asking for the recipes. The one thing I really love about this book is all the pictures, you get to see what the cookies should look like when they are done. Buy it .. you won't be sorry.
Enjoy!
431983
I love this cookie book.  I grew up on the recipes and my sister got my mom's copy. I was so happy to get a good version of this book.
444560
My nearly three year old son is crazy about this book.  He finds it very funny that Cookie Monster's cookies get eaten up before he can have a taste.  My little one loves to help me bake so this book was an instant winner.
2773078
I have had this book for quite a few years. I love all the older cookie recipes and the historical background it gives on the cookies. I am not an experience baker and received this book as a gift. Obviously the first cookies I tried was the classic chocolate chip. IT IS THE BEST CHOCOLATE CHIP RECIPE BY FAR!!!! Everyone raves about the cookies. This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled and even frozen. I have used this particular recipe to make specialty chocolate chip cookies by adding special ingredient like granola cereal, peanut butter. Wonderful recipe. But if you are looking for a special cookies for special occasions this is the book. I collect cook books. So I have tons of cookie cookbooks, but this is always the book I grab or always go back to. You can find something in here for whatever kind of sweet tooth you may have at that moment. I have made the majority of the cookies in this book and they come out wonderful everytime. Some say they have no taste, I diagree. This book doesn't even go on the book shelf with the other cookbooks it is on the small shelf next to the stove for easy access. GREAT  COOKIE  BOOK!!!
4128767
Thank you for the best children's recipe book I've seen in a long time. The recipes are easy to follow and so much fun with the set of cookie cutters included in the book. Kids will love the fun trivia about each recipe. I thought the spiral pages were a very practical addition to the book--you can spill flour and melted chocolate on the book, then wipe the pages off with a damp cloth and the book looks brand new! This book is a must-have on your holiday shopping list!!!
3417019
I bought this book in 1994 and I have A LOT of cookie cookbooks and magazines. I bought a second copy of this about 10 years ago because my 1st copy was falling apart from so much use. I like to make a variety of cookies during the holidays, but these are the cookies that always get the most compliments. There are several beautiful cookies that look like they are complicated, but Jann Johnson makes them approachable and delicious. Her clear and tested recipes will give you the confidence to try recipes you might ordinarily take a pass on trying, and encourages substituting certain ingredients for variation.
1043182
I liked the Photos, they grabbed my attention with all the details of the cookie dough.  Which in return made me want to try some of the recipes.  "Monster" by far is my favorite. A well put together book, with  photos of all of Olivia's cookie dough concoctions to have your mouth watering.
2802818
If you wanted just one book of recipes for cookies then, for me, this would be it. Well laid out with sections of different textures it is easy to choose the perfect cookie for any occasion-or just when  you are in the mood to do a bit of baking. There is  excellent variety in the recipes and I was especially pleased to see the recipe for Rum Raisin Shortbread which I had originally found in Living magazine. These cookies always get rave reviews when I make them.
2055308
I refer to this book constantly.  The recipes are easy, ingrediants easly found arond the house (a huge plus), and despite rather simple ingrediahts the resutls are delicious.  Each of my family has a different favorite, so they keep me hoppingn but their appreciaton is worth it.  Besides, who wants a hard bite sized cookhyou can have these gynormous soft, delicious delecacies.  I haven't made every recipe in the book, but plan to.  Every cookie so far has met with rave comments from school bake sales, to church socials, and to (okay, I admit it) just when I want to make a huge batch of delicious chocolate filled cookies all for meysef.  I plan to buy 8 more marketplace copies today since they are cheap.  I'll give them as gifts and my own copy is dog-eared from use so I can finally replace  My thanks to the authors for creating easy cookis from recipes easily found around the house that are so very delicious and easy to make, even for a novie.
196002
I love this baking book.  I bought it years ago as a gag gift for someone on a low-fat diet simply because of the title.  As I reviewed the recipes, there were so many really wonderful sounding items that I had to get myself a copy.  I have made many of the recipes but Soho Globs are still my favorites.  Having a digital copy allows me to pull up a recipe if I am not at home to either show others or make a list for the grocery store.
3747173
I purchased this as a gift for someone, but upon looking through it I realized how many of these were cookies I remember from when I was growing up in Scandinavia.
So I'll be buying another copy for myself. Can't say how the recipes work since I haven't tried them but flipping through it, I've found recipes for cakes I make now, cookies and cupcakes from when I was little, breads I can't find in the stores here.  Definitely worth the price and if you like to bake at all, this will be a wonderful addition and hopefully bring a new favorite to your cake plates or cookie platters!
2623052
I have made more things out of this cookbook than any other that I own.  It has THE BEST recipes for Chocolate Chip cookies and brownies that I have ever had.  The Chocolate Peppermint Torte is also a popular dessert in my family.  Although I occassionally lend this book out (to a very selected  few), I will never part with it!
557935
I am a HUGE cookie monster so when I saw this book, I was so excited.  What a great idea.  And let me tell you, the recipes don't disappoint.  My faves are the Cowgirl Cookies.  So satisfying.  As a vegan I've had no problem finding lots of recipes to make, and I've even easily adapted a few.  Hallie's recipes are always nutritious and her tips are so helpful.  This was a cover-to-cover read for me!
3011335
This is my all time favorite cookie book hands down!  Try the "new" way to make chocolate cookies with browned butter...perfection!