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You probably don't see blueberry cookies around very often. I don't, and it's a sad state of affairs. So you're probably wondering what a best blueberry cookie is, if you can't even think of a standard one. If you came upon a unicorn, you wouldn't turn it down for being ordinary, would you? More

With only a couple of extra steps you can make rice krispie treats that taste just like s'mores. More

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This guilt-free chocolate angel food cake is moist and light, and flavored with juicy orange and deep dark espresso. More

These light and airy cookies are a perfect sweet for when you want a bite that won't weigh you down. In fact the rich coffee flavor might just spur you on. More

Kringles can be filled with fruit or nuts. Cherry, apple and almond are popular and traditional fillings. More