Urban Nest

I have made this recipe several times, including twice in the last two weeks and decided I ought to share it with you. It’s so simple and perfect for a large group, as it’s very easy to double the recipe and make in advance.

My dad is an avid reader of all things food and wine and he is often sharing great recipes and good buys. This one tops the list…

Chocolate-Orange Cookie Stacks (Bon Appetit, March 2007)

There are literally three ingredients — chocolate wafers, orange juice concentrate and heavy whipping cream — and about as few steps to make them!

I like to garnish mine with fresh mint leaves for some additional color. Bon Appetit suggests using grated orange peel. Either, or both, are a lovely addition. Next time I might try an edible flower or a festive party flag.*

They look so nice arranged on a cake plate or served in individual ramekins, where the stack towers above the rim.

Definitely worth a try! And if you do, let me know what you think…

*Allowing the stacks to set for the recommended six hours softens the chocolate wafers and a party pick will insert easily prior to serving.

{image: Mark Thomas}

Tags: cookies, entertaining, recipes

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