est. 1960
Welcome to Cookies By Bess!
What began as a vintage cookie recipe book, first published by Bess Hoffman in 1960, and then again by Rich & Toby Hoffman in 1980, has been revitalized once again into a cookie community for all! This timeless brand continues with Janet Hoffman (grand-daughter and daughter) sharing the story and blogging about all things cookies, family, and friendship.
Brazil Nut Date Chews
I’ve been looking at Cookies by Bess’ Brazil Nut Date Chews recipe for years. I finally found some Brazil nuts, so I was eager to get baking! After waiting so long the make these cookies, I now can’t stop thinking about them. I confess, I actually made Brazil Nut Date Chews a few months ago….
Brazil Nut Cookies
Brazil nuts, where do you find Brazil nuts? It took me forever to find Brazil nuts for Grandma Bess’ Brazil Nut Cookies! Not sure if I was looking off season or what, but when I saw a bag of Brazil nuts, I grabbed them quick! And these cookies were worth waiting for! One of the…
Jelly Jumbles
It has taken me forever to make Jelly Jumbles because I couldn’t find currant jelly in any grocery store. I finally found it in a local health food store, snatched it up and made the cookies! I was surprised every step of the way while making Jelly Jumbles. The recipe has several steps and require…
Wausua’s own ‘Cookie Lady’ honored by granddaughter
Will wonders ever cease? Honestly, this Cookies by Bess journey I’m on never ceases to amaze me! Whether it’s the amazing cookie recipes I’ve been baking over the last several years or the periodic encounter I have with a former Cookies by Bess cookie book owner or long time family friend…there is always something to…
Bess Hoffman
"My cookies recipes are easy to follow and easy to do—and they taste delicious."
Janet Hoffman
"I love baking my Grandma Bess's cookies. It's become a great tradition in my home!"