Why eat a plain sugar cookie when you can have it rolled in sprinkles? Rolling the dough in sprinkles gives the cookie a little sweet crunch on the outside and makes for the perfect combination. What you need: 3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon fine sea or table salt 1 cup (8 ounces, 225 grams or 2 sticks) unsalted butter 1/4 cup (2 ounces, 55 grams or 1/4 of an 8-ounce brick) cream cheese 1 1/4 cups (250 grams)

Dates have become my best friend this past year, and now I'm glad I can add them to one of my favorite things: brownies. The "brownie" part of this recipe is very similar to my raw date bars that I make with almonds, date, vanilla and coconut (optional). Since these are gluten free and dairy free, they are super convenient to bring to a party or friends with allergies. What you need: Makes 12 brownies For the Brownies: 1 cup (93 g) + 1/2 cup (47 g) raw walnuts, divided + more