Perfect and easy vanilla base to which you can add anything you want! I love adding candied pecans or almonds, Skor bits and toasted coconut. You could add cocoa or any flavored extract to change the base flavor, aswell. What a wonderful and versatile recipe! I've done this both with and without a machine. Without a machine I found it froze up a tad bit icy (texture was a bit off) but in the machine it was smooth and creamy. I've also made this using light cream to cut calories and noticed no textural difference when made in the machine, however, it didn't quite turn out when I tied it without the machine. Either way, it always tastes great!

Reviewed On: Jan. 8, 2012

They do need a little more flavor but these are GREAT cookies! I suggest adding a little extra vanilla and almond extract. Not too sweet and very nice texture. These are going to become an addition to my annual Halloween baking, for sure.

Reviewed On: Oct. 23, 2011

I tried the recipe as written and really liked it, but I went with several reviewer suggestions and this cake was an absolute hit! I added the liquid from the pineapple in lieu of water for the cake mix along with 1/2 tsp of cinnamon (adds a wonderful layer of flavor). Also, I used cherries and pineapple rings to create a nice pattern on top, then filled all of the spaces with crushed pineapple. VERY wonderful flavor, incredibly simple to make, and beautiful presentation for guests.

Reviewed On: Sep. 13, 2011