Incredible Blackberry Thumbprint Cookies
August 24, 2009 by Marye Audet
Filed under Cookies
When I got the fennel pollen I knew I wanted that flavor in something unique. I considered a lot of things and decided that it needed to be something simple to make and yet complex in flavor.
These thumbprint cookies fit the bill.
The cookie base is a buttery shortbread and the fennel pollen gives it a delicate anise flavor. There is a crumbly texture which complements the cookie very well. Blackberry jam adds tangy sweetness while white chocolate ganache pulls all the flavors together into one big blast of “WOW!”.
Fennel Pollen Is a Unique Flavoring
August 23, 2009 by Marye Audet
Filed under Reviews
I had the opportunity to try fennel pollen. I actually received the tin just before my surgery and was frustrated at my lack of energy afterwards because I really wanted to try this stuff.
When you open the tin the whole room smells like anise. The flavor is a bit like a delicate anise and honey combination. It isn’t sweet but is the type of thing that would add a delicate flavor to almost anything.
I used it in cookies, which I will be sharing with you tomorrow. This would go in breads, baked goods of all kinds, and even vegetables and …read more
