brownies from a new book

I just received this new book, Martha Stewart's Cookies: The Very Best Treats to Bake and to Share, and the timing is difficult with me limiting my sugar and all, but for research purposes, I had to try out a recipe. Notice I have switched to limiting my sugar, not cutting it out all together—cause, well. . .that's not going to happen. But I am thrilled to report that smaller sized pants were purchased last week! Moving on—

These are coconut brownies that actually have very little coconut swirled in. I am not a huge coconut fan but wanted to make something different and not completely tempting. They were immediately frozen to send to a friend with an upcoming birthday and the rest went to Pete's work, where I hear they were well received. I did try half of one and it was amazing. This was with coffee before 8:00 am when I think all chocolate should be consumed.

The book is very pleasing. It's a soft back and includes this great visual index which is so handy. The inside photos are mostly full bleeds, sparse and well done, and the text layout is really minimal. Lots of white space on the pages. Of course the recipes look wonderful as well. I have a feeling I will use it often. Hopefully not too often, if you know what I mean.

Comments

[LeAnne]

I just requested this book from my library. I can't wait to try it out! I am with you on the low-sugar thing. I think that if I am going to splurge and eat sugar it might as well be worth it. And a recipe coming from this book would be well worth it. :)

[thevintagemagpie]

Oh these are too naughty... you horrid girl!

[LittleLovables]

ooo, these look so delicious!

[Kate]

those brownies look absolutely delicious.....now i know i must buy this book!

[lauren monchik]

hi amy- how are you! I'm looking for delicious cookies and treats for my daughter that do not have too much sugar...any suggestions?

[Tina]

"The Great American Bake Sale" by Alison Boteler has the most amazing (and easy) recipe for lemon bars. I have been making these for years and get asked for the recipe all the time!

[Judi]

yummy. I love brownies and love cookies that are like brownies too. The book sounds great. Yum!
I am enjoying reading your blog.

[Stephanie]

has anybody noticed that the Graham Cracker recipe does not tell you how hot the oven should be? It only tells you how long to bake them. Is there a place where we can find errata for this book?