Posts Categorized: Afternoon Treats

Charlotte was an assistant innkeeper who was always up for trying a recipe that sounded good. This cookie concoction taken from Cooks Illustrated is incredible! 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks) 1/4 cup granulated sugar (about 1 ounce) 2 cups packed dark brown sugar (use fresh, soft sugar for best results) (14 ounces) 2 …

As suggested by the Summer Inn Bed and Breakfast in Haines, Alaska 1/2 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 cup hot coffee Frosting 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup …

At the Blue Hill Inn we start with a basic brownie recipe but frequently modify the batter based on ingredients on hand, the cook’s whims, or guests’ allergies or preferences. Using the highest quality ingredients and the freshest eggs makes all the difference. 2 sticks unsalted butter 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate (it is just fine …

2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar, preferably dark brown ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup chopped toasted almonds 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg 2 cups grated or finely chopped, peeled apples 1 cup toasted, sliced almonds, optional …