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I was fortunate enough to be the recipient of two print cozy mysteries, thanks to the generosity of the publishers. Since neither book contains recipes, I’m sharing my own recipe below for Butterscotch Cookies to fit in the themes of both books. First for Christmas (because Christmas always means lots of cookie baking in my house!) for MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS by Liz Ireland and next the Cookie House Mystery, SUGAR AND VICE by Eve Calder, which has SO many yummy-sounding cookies. Scroll down for my reviews, the recipe, and the Rafflecopter to enter for a chance to win a copy of your choice of book!

 

 

 

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MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS, by Liz Ireland, could very well be my favorite new series of the year! With the fantasy setting of the North Pole, Santa is under suspicion for murdering an elf, and the new bride, Mrs. Claus, is trying to adjust after a whirlwind romance and moving from Oregon to Santaland. Ms. Ireland captured my complete attention and I couldn’t put the book down. Without slowing the fast-paced plot, the author weaves in detailed descriptions of the setting. I felt like I could see, hear, taste, smell, and feel all that the protagonist, new bride April Claus, did which brought the setting to life. Some of the examples include red and green clothing worn everywhere; thirty clogging elves jingling bells loud enough to drown out every other sound; eggnog served at every turn; the sharp, sweet smell of peppermint so strong it permeates pores; and sub-freezing cold that April cannot get used to. The Claus’s castle even uses a room with a window cracked open as a substitute for a freezer. There’s Christmas cheer galore, reindeer games, and caroling, along with plenty of humor and some witty puns.

When a mean-spirited elf is found murdered, Santa becomes the prime suspect after everyone in town witnessed them arguing. April, being a newcomer to Santaland, can’t fathom the Claus family insisting that they have to exhibit nothing but Christmas cheer and ignore the investigation. She decides to start asking questions about who might have killed the elf and melted the snowman who may have been a witness. Enlisting the help of Jingles, Santa’s head elf, she investigates while trying to keep up with her public duties as Mrs. Claus. It was a treat watching the story unfold and following the clues April uncovered. With a heart-stopping reveal, the threads of the plot and subplots were pulled together into a highly satisfying conclusion. While this is a Christmas cozy mystery, there are hints of where the next book might take place without readers having to wait an entire year for the next release… At least I hope I’m right because I’m anxious for the next installment in this wholly delightful and imaginative start to a new series!

Amazon Synopsis

Love is full of surprises—though few compare to realizing that you’re marrying the real-life Santa. April Claus dearly loves her new husband, Nick, but adjusting to life in the North Pole is not all sugarplums and candy canes. Especially when a cantankerous elf named Giblet Hollyberry is killed—felled by a black widow spider in his stocking—shortly after publicly arguing with Nick.

Christmastown is hardly a hotbed of crime, aside from mishaps caused by too much eggnog, but April disagrees with Constable Crinkle’s verdict of accidental death. As April sets out to find the culprit, it’ll mean putting the future of Christmas on the line—and hoping her own name isn’t on a lethal naughty list . . .

 

 

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SUGAR AND VICE is the second book in the Cookie House Mystery series by Eve Calder but the first I’ve had the chance to read… and it won’t be my last! The action starts right off the bat and pulled me into the story and didn’t let up until the final page. Ms. Calder has created memorable characters with the protagonist Kate, owner of the Cookie House in Coral Cay, Florida, and her best friend, Maxi, a fiery Cuban florist. I loved the interaction between the two women and especially loved the adorable dog, Oliver, who “adopted” Kate but basically thinks he belongs to the entire town. The author does an excellent job weaving in an ancient pirate mystery with a current day murder. There were plenty of clues and several twists to keep the reader guessing. With a satisfying conclusion that wrapped up the threads of the story, I’m looking forward to the next book in this delightful series. The only downside of the book is Kate bakes up so many incredibly yummy sounding cookies for the Cookie House that I craved a plateful of cookies. Unfortunately, there aren’t any recipes included.

Amazon Synopsis

OUT OF THE OVEN: Lately, Kate has a lot on her dessert plate. She’s launching a cookie-of-the-day challenge in the heart of Coral Cay, providing sweet treats for the reception of the town’s handsome new veterinarian―not to mention dealing with tourists in town for a pirate festival and the surprise arrival of her former fiancé, Evan, who seems determined to win her back.
AND INTO THE FIRE: And if that’s not enough, a skeleton has been found―in the backyard behind her best friend Maxi’s floral shop. Kate knows Maxi could never hurt a fly. Maybe the remains belong to Sir George Bly, a long-dead pirate whose name has become urban legend―until now? It’s time for Kate to use every trick in the recipe book to prove Maxi’s innocence, and find the truth about the skeleton, before the last of the cookies crumble…

 

 

 

 

Thanks to Kensington Publishing and St. Martin’s Paperbacks for providing a print copy of MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS and SUGAR AND VICE. I’ll choose one winner per each book. Contest is limited to U.S. residents and ends Sunday, November 15, 2020 at 11:59 pm PST. Please use the Rafflecopter box located below to enter. The winner will be announced on this page and on Cinnamon & Sugar’s Facebook page, as well as notified by email (so check your spam folder!)

 

 

 

 

 

Butterscotch Cookies have a double dose of butterscotch flavors thanks to both melted butterscotch chips and whole chips added to the cookie dough. A generous amount of dark brown sugar further enhances the flavor. Recipe created by Kim Davis, author of SPRINKLES OF SUSPICION.

 

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Butterscotch Cookies
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (divided)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 cups 12 ounces butterscotch chips (divided)
Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup choice of butterscotch, semi-sweet chocolate, or white chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees (F). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine 1/2 cup (3 ounces) butterscotch chips and 3 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15 second increments, stirring each time, until melted. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer or stand mixer, cream together the remaining butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar about 2 minutes.
  4. Add in eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla and the melted butterscotch mixture (be sure it’s only warm and not hot).
  6. In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir into the butter and sugar mixture until incorporated.
  7. Stir in the remaining butterscotch chips.
  8. If time permits, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. (If you refrigerate dough, don’t preheat oven until 20 minutes before baking cookies.)
  9. Scoop by rounded tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets, keeping at least 3 inches between the cookies.
  10. Bake for 10 – 13 minutes, just until the edges of the cookies begin to brown.
  11. Allow to cool on cookie sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Optional Topping
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt you choice of chips in the microwave in 15 second increments, stirring after each heat cycle until melted. Transfer to a piping bag and snip off the end. Pipe melted chips over the tops of cooled cookies. Allow 30 minutes for topping to harden before serving.
Tip

  1. To freeze cookie dough, form dough into tablespoon-sized balls then roll in sugar. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer frozen cookie balls to a freezer-safe ziplock bag for storage. When ready to bake, remove the amount you’d like to bake and allow to come to room temperature while the oven preheats. Bake as directed above.

Butterscotch Cookies have a double dose of butterscotch flavors thanks to both melted butterscotch chips and whole chips added to the cookie dough. A generous amount of dark brown sugar further enhances the flavor. Recipe created by Kim Davis, author of SPRINKLES OF SUSPICION.

 

 

 

 

 

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Butterscotch Cookies have a double dose of butterscotch flavors thanks to both melted butterscotch chips and whole chips added to the cookie dough. A generous amount of dark brown sugar further enhances the flavor. Recipe created by Kim Davis, author of SPRINKLES OF SUSPICION.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I was provided with advance copies of both books. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

 

Butterscotch Cookies have a double dose of butterscotch flavors thanks to both melted butterscotch chips and whole chips added to the cookie dough. A generous amount of dark brown sugar further enhances the flavor. Recipe created by Kim Davis, author of SPRINKLES OF SUSPICION.

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79 thoughts on “Butterscotch Cookies”

  2. Thank you for the recipe and the giveaway. My choice would be Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings.
    madamhawk at gmail dot com

  4. That recipe looks amazing! My choice is for Sugar and Vice by Eve Calder as I already have the other one. Great giveaway! Thank you so very much!

  5. Thank you for the recipe for Butterscotch Cookies! This is a recipe I will be making soon. I know Mom will love them as will I.

    What a decision! I would love to read both SUGAR & VICE or MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYING. Both are on my TBR list. If pushed for which book I would read first, I think I’d pick MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYING.

  8. I love butterscotch cookies and this recipe looks yummy. As always, I really appreciate your video of the recipe preparation. I would like to win a copy of Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings ~

    • Thank you for the cookie recipe. Both books sound great. I would like to win a copy of Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings.

  9. My husband loves butterscotch, so this recipe will be one he will like. Can’t wait to make. And I love seasonal themed mysteries.

  10. My husband loves butterscotch, so this recipe will be one he will like. Can’t wait to make. And I love seasonal themed mysteries. I’d be happy winning either one!

  12. If I win, I’d prefer Sugar & Vice. Of that one is not available, Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings would be fine.

  13. both sound good. My first choice is: MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS. Thanks for the reviews.

  16. That recipe sounds delicious! I love butterscotch! I would love a copy of Mrs. Clause and the SantaLand Slayings”. Santa killing an elf???!! I certainly hope not! 🙂

  22. SUGAR & VICE works for me. And the cookies look delish. Always looking for butterscotch recipes. We have so few and butterscotch is a fave of my daughter. Thank you for that.

  27. Each of these books sounds amazing! Since I am getting into the spirit of the holidays, I will choose Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings. Thanks for this wonderful opportunity!

  29. Wow! Do I have to pick one? They both sound good. I’ll pick Mrs Claus and the Santaland Slayings. TY

  30. Thank you and I would love a print of either one. That is so nice of you to offer your choice of one but I don’t mind reading either one as long as it is in print. Thank you Kim

  31. I am sending this recipe to neighbor across the street (college students) and in return I get to sample (since I would eat the whole tray if I fix them!) Thank you for the chance! I would prefer Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings as I cannot get this one at our library (yet!)

  41. The recipe sounds delicious and I would love Mrs Claus & the Santaland Slayings. Thanks for your amazing generosity.

  49. The cookies sound yummy! I would like to read Mrs. Claus and the Santaland Slayings. It sounds like it would be a lot of fun

  50. Sugar and Vice, please, and thank you for this chance. The cookies look delicious. Thank you for sharing the recipe.

  53. They both look like a lot of fun, but I was drooling over the yummy cookies on the Sugar & Vice cover. I could use a cookie right now. =)

  62. I’m adding butterscotch chips to my shopping list! Thank you for the recipe and reviews. I’ve read the first Cookie Shop book and would love to follow up with Sugar and Vice.

  63. My husband loves butterscotch, so I will have to make these as a treat for him. Thank you for the recipe and the chance to win!

  66. I would prefer MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS, by Liz Ireland,
    I think I’d like to try the cookies. I love butterscotch chips,
    Thank you for the giveaway opportunity.

  67. I love holiday cozy mysteries! Thank you for this giveaway. Baking the butterscotch cookies this weekend and will let you know how they turn out. I’m sure they won’t look as pretty as yours!

  73. Tomorrow is baking day and those butterscotch cookies are now on my list. I would like either book but if I had to choose I would start with Sugar and Vice.

  74. Either both would be a delight to win, and I hope to eventually read both. But to pick just one for this giveaway, I will go with MRS. CLAUSE AND THE SANTALAND SLAYINGS.

  75. I love butterscotch cookies. I haven’t made them in years, and my recipe is just a little different. After reading your post, I’ll probably make them this year.

    These look like fun books to read. Thanks for sharing.

  77. This recipe looks delicious! Thank you so much.
    I would pick Mrs. Clause and the Santaland Slayings.

  78. Those cookies look delicious, I’ll have to try it some day. And to answer your question, I would pick Mrs. Clause and the Santaland Slayings. Thank you for the opportunity and good luck everyone ?

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