I sorta went nuts.
The plan was to make some Rose Cookies for a friend.
I ended up not making a single rose cookie.
But lots of others.
Sugar cookies with chocolate buttercream and a raspberry on top.
Chocolate sugar cookies with buttercream and a cherry on top.
Cherry cookies with chocolate buttercream and chocolate sprinkles.
And a bunch more.
I couldn't stop.
They are so easy.
And SO yummy.
I didn't even consider busting out the thesauruses for yummy. Cause that is by far the best word to describe these cookies.
Yummy.
I used my favorite sugar cookie recipe for the white and pink cookies. (To make them cherry flavored, simply add cherry extract instead of almond extract)
The perfect crusting butterceram.
And then chocolate buttercream. And chocolate sugar cookies. I would share the recipes... but I need to tweak them first. Right now they are SO chocolaty and SO rich its hard to taste anything else.
Hopefully a tutorial soon. But right now I need to hit the gym. And when I say gym, I mean sauna.
Just sayin.
*****
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So very pretty!
Posted by: Kristen | Sep 07, 2011 at 06:47 PM
I wish I could spend the day with you Amanda! How can you accomplish all this wonderful yummy-ness!!!??? I have two girls and can just barely get the laundry and food stuff done. Your pictures are so nice -- they have such a "cheeriness" to them :)
Posted by: Mary C. | Sep 07, 2011 at 06:55 PM
I love these they are adorable! Bring on the frosting...they are all so pretty!
Posted by: Diane {Created by Diane} | Sep 07, 2011 at 06:56 PM
I am in hog heaven. when I say hog, I mean oink, oink.
You just completely inspired me for a baby shower I am throwing next week. If mine turn out anywhere as cute as these, I will send you the pictures :)
Posted by: HeatherChristo | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:04 PM
Wow, those are so pretty! I love all of them!
Posted by: Maria | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:10 PM
So stinkin cute I can't stand it girl!
Lisa
Posted by: lisa skiles | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:10 PM
I heart you. That is all.
Posted by: Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:13 PM
Beautiful! So when are you opening up a bakery girl, because you know I'd be your biggest customer! ;-)
Posted by: Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:13 PM
Chocolate buttercream sounds like a dream to me. I love chocolate frosting! Pretty cookies, Amanda!
Posted by: Kristen | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:18 PM
Beautiful. I can't imagine even eating anything this pretty. These would be so fun for any event!
Posted by: Cassie @ Bake Your Day | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:20 PM
So decadent and such a cute idea!
Posted by: aida mollenkamp | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:22 PM
Fantastic! I want one now!
Posted by: Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:32 PM
Absolutely gorgeous, Amanda.
Posted by: Robyn | Add a Pinch | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:39 PM
Boy Amanda, When your creative juices start flowing, watch out! WOW! GORGEOUS, and yep, YUMMY!
Posted by: Sue | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:41 PM
Your friend is a very lucky girl!!! Those cookies are absolutely adorable - my kids love these kinds of cookies so I am thrilled that I can now make these for them!!
Posted by: Nancy@acommunaltable | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:51 PM
Can't wait to see the tutorial! Those are incredible...
Posted by: Sue | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:57 PM
Gorgeous Amanda........I want one of each!!
Posted by: TidyMom | Sep 07, 2011 at 07:57 PM
You always make the most lovely desserts! I love these! So cute!Have a great week baking!
Posted by: Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:00 PM
I had to resist licking my screen - the frosting is taunting me
Posted by: Rachel @ Baked by Rachel | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:04 PM
can I be your friend...
Posted by: topkatnz | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:07 PM
Well, if you are going to go nuts, this is certainly the prettiest and most delicious way to have done it. Wonderful!
Posted by: Paula | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:10 PM
I so love the delicate variety seen there...just perfect touch of whimsy with sweetness!
Posted by: trisha | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:15 PM
Love these! Like little mini cupcakes. I'll take any excuse to eat more frosting....
Posted by: Feast on the Cheap | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:30 PM
Wow..how do you find time for all of this baking and blogging lately?! I am amazed at your talent!! If you have extras and want to give them to someone needy....send them my way! :) hehe!!
Blessings friend!!
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin Smith | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:31 PM
Oooooh!!! I am so making some of these this weekend!!!
Thank you!!!
Posted by: Gloria Castano | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Oh please, yummy is all we need and lots & lots of frosting. Oh happy days :)
Posted by: marla@familyfreshcooking.com | Sep 07, 2011 at 08:51 PM
These are sooooo beautiful. I've never seen sugar cookies like this. Cannnnnnnnt wait for the tuts. :)
Posted by: Faith | Sep 07, 2011 at 09:15 PM
These are SO adorable!!! I absolutely love the sprinkled ones!
Posted by: Dana Kroh | Sep 07, 2011 at 09:56 PM
These are so fun and adorable - beautiful frosted perfection!
Posted by: Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles | Sep 07, 2011 at 10:26 PM
These are so fun and adorable - beautiful frosted perfection!
Posted by: Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles | Sep 07, 2011 at 10:27 PM
Hahaha, "and when I say gym, I mean sauna!" haha, you just made me laugh out loud. It's like when I eat salad and by salad I mean bacon. ;)
Posted by: Nelly Rodriguez | Sep 07, 2011 at 10:46 PM
I LOVE these. I need to get some cookie sheets so I can make some of these beautiful delights. Simple, yet, umm what's the word you used? Oh yeah, YUMMY!!!
Posted by: Toya | Sep 07, 2011 at 10:58 PM
Gorgeous! I love them! All of them!
Posted by: Baker Street | Sep 07, 2011 at 11:50 PM
Haha you deserve it. These are fab
Posted by: Nic@diningwithastud | Sep 08, 2011 at 12:07 AM
I can't even decide which one is my favorite! I want one of each. Gorgeous as always, Amanda!
Posted by: naomi | Sep 08, 2011 at 01:32 AM
Could these even be any cuter or scrummier looking! What a gorgeous gift for your friend, they must have been absolutely elated :)
Posted by: Sasha @ The Procrastobaker | Sep 08, 2011 at 02:40 AM
Oh...my...goodness...these are gorgeous!
Posted by: Amy K | Sep 08, 2011 at 04:11 AM
Very very yummy Amanda!
Posted by: Sonia | Sep 08, 2011 at 05:31 AM
These are so fun. I can see why you wouldn't want to stop making them.
Posted by: Barbara @ Barbara Bakes | Sep 08, 2011 at 07:00 AM
You are so creative! What a scrumptious-looking selection you came up with!
Posted by: Lissa (The Wedding Bistro at Bellenza) | Sep 08, 2011 at 08:21 AM
Gor-geous! Can I come live with you? I want all my meals to be this pretty!
Posted by: Sommer@ASpicyPerspective | Sep 08, 2011 at 08:31 AM
These are so pretty... I don't think I've ever seen a more beautiful sugar cookie... and I love how they're loaded with frosting, the perfect cookie to frosting ratio!
Posted by: A tablespoon of Liz | Sep 08, 2011 at 09:02 AM
Yum! Yum! Yum!
Posted by: Robyn @ Imperfect Nest | Sep 08, 2011 at 09:07 AM
These are so pretty, love the little fruits on top!
Posted by: Jeanette | Sep 08, 2011 at 09:11 AM
Ok.....and SO chocolatey and SO rich are a BAD thing????? We will take that recipe as is.....really! No tweaking necessary! Really! LOL
Posted by: Regan Martin | Sep 08, 2011 at 10:09 AM
So pretty, Amanda! They look like cupcake tops, you know like muffin tops?
Posted by: JulieD | Sep 08, 2011 at 10:21 AM
wow- you are so creative. I never would have thought to pipe cookies like this. One more thing to add to my wish list! You are so special, Amanda!
Posted by: the urban baker | Sep 08, 2011 at 10:40 AM
Gorgeous and yummy seem like the perfect adjectives for these cookies. What a lucky friend you have!
Posted by: Cookin' Canuck | Sep 08, 2011 at 12:12 PM
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Posted by: Aimee | Sep 08, 2011 at 01:03 PM
Oh my gosh - sorry for the tweet comment - had this window & your giveaway window open ~ posted on the wrong one! LOVE LOVE LOVE these beautiful cookies ~ I bet they taste so good!
Posted by: Aimee | Sep 08, 2011 at 01:06 PM