Hello Friends and Cookies go Bragh …. Yup, I stole the famous Irish expression “Erin go Bragh” and changed it. If I’m honest, I must admit I had to look up its meaning (I know, shameful for a Reilly), but I had no idea it means Ireland Forever…Naturally my first thought was…… 

Cookies Forever!

    This St. Patrick’s Day, The Bashful Bakester is featuring three delicious ways to treat yourself or someone you love to some homemade yummy goodness. 

    

    1. Chocolate cupcakes with a tasty mint buttercream frosting adorned with an Andes Chocolate Mint and sold in 6's. 

     

Also available in Shamrock

2. A set including decorated Sugar cookie and simple sugar cookie of the same design in a clear treat bag decorated with green curling ribbon.... Kids LOVE this gift.     
                         

                                                       

    3. Our popular festive Take-out Container with three Decorated Sugar cookies and 3 of our mouthwatering Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Emerald Green Sprinkles…. 

Stop by The Bashful Bakester Facebook or Instagram to see our selection in greater detail and hurry and order before your luck runs out :)

Thank you!

Christmas is officially over and the New Year has begun...and with it goes my favorite time of the year: Christmas baking season. The one time in 365 days when no one ever questions the baking of cookies in excess. It's the absolute best time of year!

I just wanted to come on here and take a moment to thank everyone who purchased from me this holiday season (and throughout 2019), whether that be by a cookie platter or cupcakes. I truly appreciate all of your support, and hope you enjoyed your goodies. Cookies make every gathering better, and I can only wish that mine made each of your holidays a little brighter and sweeter. 

Now, of course, this was my maiden voyage in cookie platters, so no doubt there are things I could improve upon. If you were a customer this year and have any requests for the future, don't hesitate to drop me a DM on Instagram or Facebook, or write me a quick email. I'm always open to suggestions on what types of cookies I should make or how to improve the ordering process. I would definitely love to hear from you! 

Also, I just want to mention that all the cookies that were on the platters this year will be available all year round. So, if you have a sudden craving, or an event to go to, any of these cookies can be ordered at any time. The cutesy snowmen and snowflakes (shown below) are also available to order throughout the winter months (now through March) as well. 

I truly had the best time baking for you all this past year, and hope you will give me the pleasure of doing so in the upcoming new year. If I can help bring even a simple smile to someone's face through my goodies than I feel I've made a difference. 

Hope you all had a merry Christmas, and here's to a happy, healthy 2020! 

Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies that are offered on the cookie platters this year are an old family recipe. In case you are wondering why they have sprinkles on them I thought I would tell you. When my husband, John was young, his grandmother who was from Germany made him two very special desserts. One of them was chocolate junket, it's like pudding but not as thick. And the other -- Chocolate Chip Cookies. They showed up to every occasion, and every Christmas John and his 5 siblings got a box of those special cookies for their very own. They quickly hid them away so that no one else would dip into their treasure box. She never made those cookies without putting multi colored sprinkles on them, which to me is a wink to kids everywhere. John's Grandmother lived to be 100 years old. And her chocolate chip cookies live on as Emma has incorporated them into her repertoire.  So when we think Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies we think "Nana cookies" with sprinkles on top. We do hope you enjoyed a little taste of "Nana cookies" this Christmas. 

In case anyone is confused by the list in the last post, here is the info for the Christmas Cookie Platters all in one place. 

Also, as promised, I will now post the final two cookies that were missing last time: Iced Oatmeal Cookies(on both 2 and 3 doz platters) and Mini Moonpies (ONLY on 3 doz).

These Iced Oatmeal Cookies smell and taste like a piece of heaven...guarantee to make your mouth water!

Don't miss out on these Mini Moonpies- the perfect bite sized treat!


Follow me on all my other social media accounts (mentioned in the info for the platters), so we can keep in contact. If you have any questions, comment below or hop onto Facebook or Instagram

Hey all, it's finally that time!

Glad you could stop by for the details on this year's Christmas Cookie platters. Now, I realize if you're here, you have likely received a flyer which gives you a pretty good rundown on what the platters are all about. I'm just going to do a quick recap here so we're all on the same page...and then we'll take a look at some pictures of the cookies that will be on each platter.

Here we go:

Platter sizes:
2 Dozen includes four each of cookies 1-6 (all cookies will be numbered below),  $30.00
3 Dozen includes four each of cookies 1-9, $45.00

Cookies: (Each platter includes 4 each)
1. Raspberry Linzer Tarts
2. Pecan Toffee Shortbread (dipped in chocolate)
3. Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip
4. Sprinkled Chocolate Crinkles
5. Iced Oatmeal Cookies
6. Vanilla and Chocolate Sugar Cookies (decorated)- 2 of each type on a platter
7. Cake Poppers ***(3 doz platter ONLY)***
8. Mini Moonpies ***(3 doz platter ONLY)***
9. ((Peanut Butter)) Brownie Cups ***(3 doz platter ONLY)***

It is also important to note that all orders must be placed by DECEMBER 2, 2019.


So, now that we've caught up on all the details, I'm now going to share some of the photos I have of each cookie. Let it be noted that a few won't be pictured here just now, but I will have an update on those in the coming days- both here and on Instagram.

1. Raspberry Linzer Tarts

2. Pecan Toffee Shortbread (dipped in milk chocolate)

3. Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip

4. Sprinkled Chocolate Crinkles

6. Vanilla and Chocolate Sugar Cookies  (#5 will be shown at a later date)

7. Cake Poppers- A cake pop without the stick! Also these will be decked out with Christmas decorations!

9. Peanut Butter Brownie Cups (#8 will be shown at a later date) ***please advise if peanut allergy is a concern***




Okay, so that's all for now. If you have any questions, let me know below (or by text message). I'll update you all on those missing cookies soon. And don't forget to sign up to receive any new posts by email, so you never miss an update!

Hey all, I'm the Bashful Bakester! But you can call me Emma.

It's nice of you to stop by!

I'm starting this blog so future customers will be able to stay up-to-date and informed on upcoming available baked goods- varieties of cookies, cookie platters, decorated sugar cookie designs (as well as new flavors), cupcakes, and any other desserts. I will be posting information, along with photos, as I can, so make sure to sign up with your email to receive my posts straight in your inbox. I only sell locally (to those who live in the Long Island area), and only as availability allows.

The details for upcoming Christmas platters are coming, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled!

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