Spritz cookies deserve a special place on your holiday cookie list—and not only because they are delicious and buttery and tender and sturdy (making them great for cookie boxes and for mailing). The ...

One of the great joys of my mother’s life is baking. My mother, Melinda Graham, is known for her red velvet cake with its meringue-influenced icing, a contemporary departure from the traditional cream ...

We don’t know about you, but we’ve been busy trying out all the new Starbucks holiday drinks. While losing the Eggnog Latte was a blow, our favorite coffee chain has made up for it by adding a ...

Spritz are a German cookie classic. They’re so quick to make, you can squeeze a batch or two into the tightest holiday schedule. Great fun to decorate, spritz are a must for any well-stocked Christmas ...

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Stir in flour, salt and almond extract. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Place dough in ...

Heat oven to 375 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter on medium speed of electric mixer until creamy. Add sugar, egg and vanilla; beat well. Add flour, 1 cup at a time; mix well. Dough will be ...