I really enjoy making homemade holiday gifts each year for friends and family members.  Whether it is a baked concoction, a bottle of homemade Limoncello, or even a healthy Holiday quick bread, there is something so comforting and special about these types of thoughtful gifts.  If you are in the mood for a unique Holiday gift idea for this special season, here is one tasty idea: Espresso Shortbread cookies.  Buttery, flaky and oh-so-fragrant, these simple shortbreads have a special ingredient—espresso powder.  Each cookie has a faint taste of strong espresso, along with the simple flavors of a classic Scottish shortbread.  Whether served with that afternoon cup of tea, or with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream, these cookies are certainly a recipe to dog-ear for Holiday gift giving time.

(To view this recipe, click on the following link: http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/espresso-shortbreads)

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