56th Dessert Exchange- Our annual Cookie Exchange Nov 29
56th Dessert Exchange- Our annual Cookie Exchange Nov 29
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56th Dessert Exchange- Our annual Cookie Exchange Nov 29
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Post #1 - October 22nd, 2015, 2:11 pmAs usual, this is the time of the year to be thinking about cookies. I decided to host this year's cookie exchange earlier than usual due to our annual holiday party and everyone's busy schedule. It will be taking place on November 29th at 3PM. Everyone is to bring a dozen cookies for each of the people attending and a dozen cookies to share at the party. I will be serving a light meal as we will be tasting a bunch of cookies that everyone brings.
In order not to go totally crazy with making cookies I capped it at 8 so we will only need to bring 108 cookies total if everyone shows up.
I look forward to seeing our intrepid bakers and cookie makers at the exchange.
1. Cookie Monster-Linzer sandwich cookies with passion fruit jam
2. Irisarbor-mocha pecan fingers
3. Diane CK-Chocolate Snowballs
4. Leek-Bourbon/Rum Balls
5.Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
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8.Last edited by Cookie Monster on November 28th, 2015, 4:29 pm, edited 9 times in total.Cookie Monster
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Post #2 - October 22nd, 2015, 2:59 pmI'm in - I have to test the recipe but I've been looking at one for mocha cinnamon fingers (with pecans) that sounds good"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #3 - October 23rd, 2015, 7:48 amI have a few questions.
Where does this take place?
It's not clear to me, but it sounds like I would need to bring 108 cookies?
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Post #4 - October 23rd, 2015, 7:58 amIf everyone attends that is correct. The event will be hosted in Jefferson Park in my place, closer to the event I will PM everyone the exact address.Cookie Monster
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Post #5 - October 23rd, 2015, 10:16 ambotd wrote:I have a few questions.
Where does this take place?
It's not clear to me, but it sounds like I would need to bring 108 cookies?
The way the exchange works, is you bring 9 dozen of the exact same kind of cookies.
At the party we each put out 1 dozen of our cookies to snack on along with a light meal, wine, tea, etc.
The other 8 dozen we bring packaged up in bags or packs of 1 dozen each.
Then we "swap" so we each go home with 1 dozen each of 8 different types of cookies.
It's fabulous and fun. We also trade recipes- so we can re-create each others' masterpieces LOL
I usually bake mine in 2 sessions and some (or all) get frozen ahead of time, but some bakers do them all in a marathon the day before (or morning of)
Up to you.
We always meet at CookieMonsters- and she does this for a living - so it's a wonderful treat in more ways than one
Hope you can join us- new friends are always welcome!
If I did it right - this should link to pics from last years' exchange:
http://www.lthforum.com/bb/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=41310&sp=488835"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #6 - October 23rd, 2015, 10:22 amI could not have said it better myself, you are such a wordsmith!Cookie Monster
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Post #7 - October 25th, 2015, 9:43 amI am in for the Cookie Exchange. Not sure yet what I am bringing.
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Post #8 - October 26th, 2015, 7:05 amGreat look forward to seeing you at the Cookie Exchange.Cookie Monster
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Post #9 - October 27th, 2015, 2:26 pmHI
Put me down tentatively (and for Bourbon or Rum balls - warning has nuts)
LeeLeek
SAVING ONE DOG may not change the world,
but it CHANGES THE WORLD for that one dog.
American Brittany Rescue always needs foster homes. Please think about helping that one dog. http://www.americanbrittanyrescue.org
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Post #10 - October 28th, 2015, 9:34 amNuts are good, they are a super food. Glad to see you attend Lee.Cookie Monster
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Post #11 - November 4th, 2015, 11:33 pmI am not able to attend this year as I'll be driving my daughter back to school that day.Ms. Ingie
Life is too short, why skip dessert?
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Post #12 - November 5th, 2015, 9:47 amTell Rita to come in your place. Safe driving that day!Cookie Monster
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Post #13 - November 11th, 2015, 6:14 pmI will be making Chocolate Snowballs.
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Post #14 - November 24th, 2015, 7:44 pmIf it's OK my daughter Laura will join us,
I don't think she will make extra cookies,
But if not we'll only take one portion between us...
"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #15 - November 25th, 2015, 9:53 amNo problem, the more the merrier.Cookie Monster
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Post #16 - November 25th, 2015, 10:14 amMaybe if anyone still wants to join in-
since our group is on the smaller side...
they could get by with 5 -6 dz cookies-
it would be nice to get a few more cookies in the mix...
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"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #17 - November 26th, 2015, 5:05 pmMy sister will not attend but will be contributing so we have an extra dozen to make
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Post #18 - November 27th, 2015, 9:05 amWe need to bring 5 dozen, yes?
(or really, 4.5 dozen, since there will only be 5 of us at the event)
Will we have a chance to buy some cookies at the shop? I think I'm going to need to supplement
Leek
SAVING ONE DOG may not change the world,
but it CHANGES THE WORLD for that one dog.
American Brittany Rescue always needs foster homes. Please think about helping that one dog. http://www.americanbrittanyrescue.org
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Post #19 - November 28th, 2015, 10:14 amThat is great, ladies if you would like to add one more dozen to what you are making already I can make another type of cookie so we will have 6 different type of cookies and would need to bring 6.5 dozen. Let me know if you are up for it. Also does anyone have any allergies I should know about? Also we have people who have been here before but does anyone need my address or directions?
Thanks
See you all tomorrow!!Cookie Monster
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Post #20 - November 28th, 2015, 10:20 amDiane what type of cookie is your sister going to be making?Cookie Monster
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Post #21 - November 28th, 2015, 3:46 pmD- would you like me to bring some cheese or pate for snacking?
if yes, which fits better with your menu?
E"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #22 - November 28th, 2015, 3:53 pmChocolate peanut butter cookies
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Post #23 - November 28th, 2015, 4:28 pmPate would be great.Cookie Monster
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Post #24 - November 29th, 2015, 9:08 amCookie Monster wrote: does anyone have any allergies I should know about?
Mushrooms
Also, I can do another dozen if people don't mind getting mixed - some rum balls and some gingerbread/snap men.Leek
SAVING ONE DOG may not change the world,
but it CHANGES THE WORLD for that one dog.
American Brittany Rescue always needs foster homes. Please think about helping that one dog. http://www.americanbrittanyrescue.org
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Post #25 - November 29th, 2015, 10:55 amNo mushrooms on the menu. I will have an extra dozen ready.Cookie Monster
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Post #26 - November 29th, 2015, 11:06 amThere may be mushrooms in the pate- I'll keep it wrapped- so we can read the ingredients"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #27 - November 30th, 2015, 6:51 amPics?Ava-"If you get down and out, just get in the kitchen and bake a cake."- Jean Strickland
Horto In Urbs- Falling in love with Urban Vegetable Gardening
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Post #28 - November 30th, 2015, 8:26 ampairs4life wrote:Pics?
I think that Diane and Lee took photos.
The cookies were delicious and the company even better.
Thank you all for coming.Cookie Monster
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Post #29 - November 30th, 2015, 11:00 amThanks again to CookieMonster for hosting- a really pleasant afternoon- great food and cookies, but even better company
"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #30 - November 30th, 2015, 1:06 pmhttps://flic.kr/p/AJQzCp
My Recipes -
Ginger Bread Men
Rum BallsLeek
SAVING ONE DOG may not change the world,
but it CHANGES THE WORLD for that one dog.
American Brittany Rescue always needs foster homes. Please think about helping that one dog. http://www.americanbrittanyrescue.org
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