Cookies for Everyone by Mimi Council is an interesting cookbook collection of cookie recipes that will delight fans of her shop and those looking for gluten-free options. The images are beautiful and the instructions are simplistic. However, the recipes do seem a bit repetitive.
Title: Cookies for Everyone by Mimi Council Author: Mimi Council
Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
Genres: Cookbook, Lifestyle
Publication Date: November 5, 2019
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From soft and chewy basics to sandwich cookies, biscotti, macarons, and Florentines, easy recipes to help home bakers master the art of cookies, including tips for gluten-free, vegan, and high-altitude baking
With its "baking 101" approach, Cookies for Everyone has something for every baker -- naturally gluten-free recipes, with easy swaps for vegan or nut-free options, even including instructions for baking at any altitude.
Mimi's Tips and Tricks walk readers through key steps and techniques, demystifying baking; her clear instructions cover everything from basic cookies to sandwich cookies and biscotti. And for anyone who thinks more sophisticated cookies (such as macarons and Florentines) are impossible to make at home, let alone for "special diets," think again -- Mimi's excellent counsel will have you baking up a storm in no time.
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
Review: Cookies for Everyone by Mimi Council
I have a weakness for cookies and when I saw this cookbook was available for review I didn’t even hesitate. I love it when authors of recipes provide alternate versions of a tried and true recipe. This book only gives a gluten-free or higher elevation variation. It also seems that the only difference is a gluten-free flour in place of regular flour.
❀ Organic Ingredients
Cookies for Everyone really leans towards the use of organic ingredients, which may appeal to some. As well, the use of coconut oil is found in quite a few of the recipes. While I have no problem using coconut oil in moderation, I am not convinced that it is a healthier fat. Butter, in my opinion, is what makes a cookie flavourful.
The chocolate chip minis produced a dry batter that I had to alter with some water. That being said, they were tasty, but not out of this world. The coconut oil gives a different flavour to the traditional cookie and I am sure that it might be appealing to others.
❀ Gluten-Free Options
Cookies for Everyone by Mimi Council is perfect if you are in the market for some gluten-free baking ideas. The images are stunning and the recipes are easy to follow. It might be one that many find useful, even if it isn’t my cup of tea.
About Mimi Council
Mimi Council opened Dessert’D Organic Bake Shop in September 2011, and it’s been growing ever since. Mimi and her desserts have been featured in/on SHAPE magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, 100 Layer Cake, Wedding Chicks, and the FeedFeed, among others.
About Lori
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I love making cookies! This sounds like a good book for my collection.
I hope that you enjoy it, Kathy!
Nice review! Those cookies looks yummy!
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I’m not good at baking cookies — it’s just not my thing. Maybe if I give this book to someone, they will bake some cookies for me. 🙂
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Now there’s an idea!
Now that’s my kind of cookbook! 😉
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All of these recipes look like they would be delicious.
There are some good ones here! 😉
Those cookies look so good! Got to have at least one good cookie book in the collection!
There are, for sure! 🙂
This looks like a great book. Terrific review. My favorite cookie is peanut butter.
My weakness is definitely peanut butter!
This looks great. I really like that there a gluten free options included.
Yes! It is nice to see some gluten options. 🙂
I love cookies looking good
Great cookies, definitely a fan.
I would love to try the recipes in this book. I like the organic ingredients, as well.
This looks like a great cookbook– and with cookie swaps coming up, this is perfect timing!
Thanks for the review of this cookbook. We have a family member who has to go gluten-free and we are learning to accommodate that. I will be checking into this cookie book. Thanks for reviewing.
We’re not gluten-free and I like to try different oils, sometimes coconut oil, this would be a fun cookie baking cookbook to try!
This sounds like a great cookbook to have on hand, thanks for sharing!
These are perfect! I do a lot of fund-raising for our drama group and bake-ins are our favourite!
this sounds wonderful. thanks for your review. we love cookies and one of us now had to eat gluten free. perfect.