Buttercream peaks accented with a hint of coconut cream rise from circular cutout cookie tops, adding extra deliciousness to Alice Medrich's signature Chocolate Wafer 3.0.

Scharffen Berger semisweet—62% cacao—infused with an adventure ingredient (not pictured, but please take a guess!) created a new twist on a classic filling for Alfajores.

The key to successful macarons is counterintuitive, and the best recipe turns out to be the simplest: beat egg whites, then fold in finely ground almonds and powdered sugar.

Who says Linzer cookies need jam? Scharffen Berger unsweetened cocoa powder and an adventure ingredient are the foundational elements for this easy-to-make frosted filling.

Campfire, anyone? Homemade grahams and still-warm homemade marshmallows (made with two adventure ingredients) rest atop a Scharffen Berger bittersweet—70% cacao—bar to dial up the taste of traditional s'mores.

Whoopie pies are back, and ready for reinvention.

I began by revisiting my own repertoire, always asking, "Do I still like these? Do they appeal to modern tastes?" I changed leavenings, baking temperatures, and pan liners to improve textures. I sometimes cut sugar or butter (for more flavor!), or added more spice, or new spices. I tried olive oil, herbs, and pepper. I adjusted salt to offset sweetness and heighten flavors.