If you were wondering whether you should eat that snack on your desk, the answer is yes. Always. Because snacks are our mid-day champions, our loyal friends who inspire us to press on despite those long hours ahead. And when you bring them to the office? You’re nothing short of a weekday hero.
Forget the soggy carrots of your childhood. When it comes to snack time, we’re talking pillowy muffins and crisp cookies, airy popovers and decadent chocolate cake. There’s a little indulgence for every occasion, whether you’re thanking a colleague or smoothing over a workplace spat. Or maybe you just need something wonderful to look forward to at work -- and there’s a snack for that, too. Go crunchy or chewy, sweet or savory...but whatever you do, just remember to save a bite for the cook.
Blueberry, Oatmeal and Flaxseed Muffins by Merrill Stubbs
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Salvadoran Breakfast Cake by Sasha (Global Table Adventure)
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Salted Dark Chocolate Nut Bars by Lindsey S. Love | Dolly and Oatmeal
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Espresso Banana Bread by fiveandspice
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Cheese Biscuits by Merrill Stubbs
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Pierre Hermé & Dorie Greenspan's World Peace Cookies by Genius Recipes
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Trail Mix by Merrill Stubbs
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Divine gluten-free chocolate cookies. No seriously. by Jestei
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Chocolate-Orange Madeleine Cookies by Cordelia
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Cheese Sables with Rosemary Salt by Anna May
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Banana, Coconut, Chocolate Chip Snack Cake by ATG117
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Magical Marvelous Memorable Cookies by drbabs
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Black Pepper Popovers with Chives and Parmesan by Family Style Food
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Nigella Lawson's Dense Chocolate Loaf Cake by Genius Recipes
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Cindy Mushet's Italian Jam Shortbread Tart (Fregolotta) by Genius Recipes
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