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HAIR OF THE DOG by Carlene O’Neil is the long anticipated third release in the Cypress Cove Mystery series and it does not disappoint! Protagonist Penny Lively inherited Joyeaux Winery from her aunt, situated on the central California coast. I love the setting of the book and Ms. O’Neil provides enough details to make the reader feel like they’re visiting wine country. Yet those details don’t detract from the well-plotted storyline. The author adds a light touch of humor that I enjoyed, such as Joyeaux Winery hosting the ‘Fabulously Ugly Dog Contest’ for dogs that are beauty challenged. (Such a cute concept!) Penny is also a bit of a klutz which leads to scenes that had me laughing out loud, like her setting off an earsplitting alarm with flashing laser lights while trying to sneak up on someone.

In amongst the fun is also thought-provoking moments that touches on prescription drug abuse which seems so prevalent in our society. And of course there’s the murder of a well-liked veterinarian who worked with Penny’s cousin, Annie. When Annie is accused of the murder (it didn’t help that she was found standing next to the body holding the weapon) Penny knows she must get involved and clear her cousin’s name. Penny is quite tenacious in searching out the truth and at times is almost annoyingly pushy, not caring who she ticked off. There’s no subtlety to Penny, but she admirably proves herself to be the most loyal of friends. The reveal provides a super unique twisty-turvey conclusion that left me thinking about the book long after I read the last page!  

While there are no recipes included in the book, one of Annie’s friends owns a restaurant that she frequents often. There she enjoys a delectable fruit tart which made my mouth water… so I created a Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart myself! With summer on the way, I love having something that is light and utilizes produce that is in season. I also don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen with the oven on for hours, so I opted to make the crust from refrigerated cookie dough. A quick bake and then once cooled, a slather of lemony cream cheese and a layer of vibrant fresh fruit. I gave it a shiny, sweet glaze of melted apricot jam and a short chill before serving. The jewel-toned fruit makes this a show-stopping yummy dessert!

Amazon Synopsis

In Cypress Cove, someone is playing ruff… Amateur sleuth Penny Lively is working her tail off trying to keep her family winery afloat. For the first time in her life she’s too busy to go looking for trouble. But when drugs are stolen from town veterinarian Annie Moore, Penny is there to help. After all, Annie is her cousin and best friend. When Annie is later found over the body of her business partner, Penny knows it doesn’t look good. The police dig up a motive for Annie and she quickly becomes the primary suspect. Penny knows Annie is no murderer, and is determined to find the real culprit. When a second body turns up, Penny knows she needs to find the killer before anyone else is muzzled, permanently.

 

  

 

 

A special thanks to Carlene O’Neil for providing a winner their choice of print or an e-book copy of HAIR OF THE DOG and a set of wine charms! Contest is limited to U.S. residents only and ends Sunday, May 20, 2018 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!)  

 

 

 

 

 

Sure to be a dessert that will impress your family and guests, Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart relies on convenience products to make it easy to prepare. The jewel-toned fresh fruit is complemented by the lemony cream cheese filling while the soft sugar cookie crust provides added sweetness.

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Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart
Ingredients
  • 1 package (16.5 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough (such as Nestle)
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1-1/2 cups assorted fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mango, kiwifruit, sliced as desired
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons apricot jam
Instructions
For the crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees (F).

  2. Spritz the bottom and sides of a 9 or 10-inch tart pan with non-stick cooking spray.

  3. Press the cookie dough onto the bottom and sides of the tart pan. If the dough is too firm, allow to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften a bit.

  4. Bake crust for 20 - 24 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Cool crust completely before assembling tart.

For the filling:

  1. Beat the cream cheese, sugars, lemon juice and lemon zest in a small mixing bowl until completely smooth. 

  2. Spread over the cooled crust.

For the topping:

  1. Arrange desired fruit in a pleasing pattern over the top of the cream cheese mixture.

  2. Place the apricot jam in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 20 - 30 seconds or until it reaches a liquid state. Strain off any fruit chunks then brush remaining jam over the fruit. 

  3. Refrigerate tart for at least 1 hour before serving. 

 Sure to be a dessert that will impress your family and guests, Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart relies on convenience products to make it easy to prepare. The jewel-toned fresh fruit is complemented by the lemony cream cheese filling while the soft sugar cookie crust provides added sweetness.

 

 

 

 

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Sure to be a dessert that will impress your family and guests, Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart relies on convenience products to make it easy to prepare. The jewel-toned fresh fruit is complemented by the lemony cream cheese filling while the soft sugar cookie crust provides added sweetness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I was provided an advance copy with the hopes I would review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

 

  Sure to be a dessert that will impress your family and guests, Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart relies on convenience products to make it easy to prepare. The jewel-toned fresh fruit is complemented by the lemony cream cheese filling while the soft sugar cookie crust provides added sweetness.

 

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68 thoughts on “Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart”

  1. Looking forward to reading this! The tart looks very good, the berries have been wonderful lately. I would prefer a print copy of the book. Thanks for the chance to win!

  4. I’m sending this recipe to my youngest daughter. She’d use it for one of her parties and could be sure her very picky kids wont play with it.

    I’m most definitely a dead tree version reader.

  6. Print copy. Why weren’t the drugs in the lock box? Guess I’ll have to read it to find out!

  7. Thank you for the recipe! I haven’t had a tart in so long and you have inspired me!
    Great review! If I am lucky enough to win, I would like a print copy, please!

  10. Great review thank you, this sounds very good, love the recipe too, I have to say Print!
    Penney

  12. Thanks for the reminder with this recipe. I love print books so much and if I were lucky enough to win, I would choose the paperback/print copy. The wine charms are so unique. Would be thrilled with those as would many other people. Thanks again.

  13. New to me author. I would love a print copy. that way i can get some others to experience her writing.

  14. An ebook would be fine for me. Thanks for featuring Carlene’s yummy Sugar Cookie Fruit Tart and Hair of the Dog on your blog — I can’t wait to try both of them both!

  16. Always ebooks! There was a time when I had room for shelves and shelved of hardcovers, but ebooks don’t need to be dusted and I can read in the dark!

  17. can’t wait to read about the Fabulously Ugly Dog Contest (lol). If I win, I would like to have a print copy please. thank you!

  22. I prefer a print copy. Thanks for the chance at winning! The book looks really good.

  26. I would love a print copy of the book. Have to try your tart recipe, it looks fantastic. Thank you for the chance to read your book.

  27. I am not particular…ebook or print! If I am lucky enough to win, then it should be whatever suits the author!

    By the way, that fruit tart looks outstandingly yummy!

  28. I’d choose a printed copy. I like e-books too. I’m reading a paperback where the print is small and light. Hard to read. Makes me wish it was an e-book! I have the first book in this series.

  29. I’d choose a Kindle copy. I have not read anything in this series yet, so am looking forward to start it!

  30. “Do you prefer print or an e-book copy of HAIR OF THE DOG?” I would prefer a print copy.

  34. The tart looks delicious!! I have a friend that would always make this when we had office lunches and absolutely love it!! I prefer print books. Thank you for the chance!!

  39. The cookie tart looks like a great recipe for summer!
    New to this author, and the book sounds great. Would prefer print book if I win.

  43. I would love to win a print copy, please. That tart looks so summery.
    Thank you for the chance to win.
    Sandy

  55. I prefer print, I still love to feel the paper in my hands…Old dog, no new tricks! Lol. Kidding, I have a Kindle, but rarely use it. This looks like a fun book, I can’t wait to read it!

  56. I’d love to win a print copy of this book and the Tart would be good for our upcoming English Tea.

  59. That sure sounds great ! I would love to win a print copy of your book – can’t wait to read the whole series

  60. That tart sounds super ! I read print books – would love to win one of yours !

  62. I prefer eBook for my kindle app. But either one is fine with me. That tart looks yummmy!

  66. Looks like a great cozy mystery. I’d love to read the paperback version. I’d also love to host you as a guest author on my writer’s blog. It’s on my website. Check it out and contact me on FB, if you’re interested. Review included.

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