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As you get to know Kitchen Stories Plus and discover its ever-expanding range of exclusive new features to take your cooking experience to a whole new level, we know you might have some questions. We hope the FAQs below help you out, but if there’s anything else you’d like to know, get in touch with us at <a href="mailto:hello@kitchenstories.de">hello@kitchenstories.de</a>.

1. What features are included in Kitchen Stories Plus? 2. Where can I sign up for Kitchen Stories Plus? 3. Is the Kitchen Stories app no longer free? 4. How much do I have to pay for Kitchen Stories Plus? 5. What is changing for me if I am a Cookbook+ user already? 6. Can I test Kitchen Stories Plus before signing up? 7. How can I cancel Kitchen Stories Plus? 8. How can I report problems with Kitchen Stories Plus features? 9. Do I have to pay for recipes now? 10. Is the free trial terminated automatically? 11. Will there be more features available for Kitchen Stories Plus? 12. Can I get a free trial of Kitchen Stories Plus if I already tried Cookbook+? 13. What is the &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; premium feature? 14. Is the &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; feature only available for Plus users? 15. How do I access the &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; feature? 16. How do I use the &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; feature? 17. What are the benefits of the &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; premium feature? 18. I have feedback I want to share regarding the &quot;Ingredient Search.&quot; How can I do that? 19. What is the &quot;For You&quot; premium feature?

What features are included in Kitchen Stories Plus?

Currently, Kitchen Stories Plus includes the new ingredient-based search feature, the capability to save recipes from other websites and the &quot;For You&quot; feed.

Where can I sign up for Kitchen Stories Plus?

You can sign up for Kitchen Stories Plus directly within your Kitchen Stories app.

Is the Kitchen Stories app no longer free?

The version of the Kitchen Stories app that you know and love will still be free. Kitchen Stories Plus offers exclusive new premium features which didn&#x27;t exist before.

How much do I have to pay for Kitchen Stories Plus?

The new Kitchen Stories Plus will be available for 4.99€/month or 24.99€/year.

What is changing for me if I am a Cookbook+ user already?

Existing premium users will gain access to new upcoming premium features at no additional cost.

Can I test Kitchen Stories Plus before signing up?

Yes, you can start a 14-day free trial in order to test all features included in Kitchen Stories Plus.

You can end your Kitchen Stories Plus subscription in your app store under &quot;Subscriptions&quot;.

How can I report problems with Kitchen Stories Plus features?

You can reach us via email at <a href="mailto:hello@kitchenstories.de">hello@kitchenstories.de</a>

No, all recipes will still be available on Kitchen Stories for free. Kitchen Stories Plus offers exclusive new premium features which didn&#x27;t exist before.

Is the free trial terminated automatically?

No, you will receive a reminder before the trial ends so that you can take a concious decision as to whether you want to continue using Kitchen Stories Plus.

Will there be more features available for Kitchen Stories Plus?

Yes, we are constantly working on extending Kitchen Stories Plus and will be releasing new features regularly.

Can I get a free trial of Kitchen Stories Plus if I already tried Cookbook+?

Yes, you can still test Kitchen Stories Plus for free for 14 days. Please reach out to us via email <a href="mailto:hello@kitchenstories.de">hello@kitchenstories.de</a> with the email linked to your Kitchen Stories account, and we will grant you access.

What is the "Ingredient Search" premium feature?

The &quot;Ingredient Search&quot; is a feature designed to help users make the most of their available ingredients by suggesting recipes that can be prepared with what&#x27;s already on hand. It&#x27;s a premium feature aimed at reducing food waste and inspiring creative cooking.

Is the "Ingredient Search" feature only available for Plus users?

Yes, the Ingredient Search is available only for Plus users. However, you can have 14 days to test it out for free and decide if you want to keep the subscription or not.

How do I access the "Ingredient Search" feature?

To access the Ingredient Search: 1. Open the app on your mobile device. 2. Go to the Search page by clicking on Search tab in the navigation bar. 3. Click on the Premium banner and start your 14-day free trial. 4. Click on &quot;Search by Ingredients&quot; banner on the Search page. 5. Start exploring the feature.

How do I use the "Ingredient Search" feature?

Follow these steps: 1. Enter the ingredients you want to use in the search bar. 2. Mark your favorite ingredients by clicking on the heart to save them for future searches. 3. Review the generated list of recipes sorted by the number of matching ingredients. 4. Select a recipe, follow the cooking instructions, and enjoy your homemade meal.

What are the benefits of the "Ingredient Search" premium feature?

– Convenience: Simplifies cooking by suggesting recipes without the need for last-minute grocery runs. – Reduces Food Waste: Empowers users to utilize ingredients, contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle. – Variety and Creativity: Encourages users to discover new recipes and experiment with different ingredient combinations, boosting kitchen confidence.

I have feedback I want to share regarding the "Ingredient Search". How can I do that?

You can submit a feedback form <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQN56Bg8Z0lxQvGjOTLXrxwwcr78NSyEZe3uu0Xb-yGGysQg/viewform?usp=sf_link" rel="nofollow">here</a>, <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ3EfcZY8rLNkZX4zYNUfM4XdPoH78nqH9djqFb5499tAK7ceCIfMhjYQaSl20Ubi6dN46_VW-h7" rel="nofollow">schedule</a> a user interview with us or send your feedback to <a href="mailto:hello.product@kitchenstories.de">hello.product@kitchenstories.de</a> email.

The &quot;For You&quot; feed is a function that offers recipe suggestions based on individual dietary preferences and interactions with the Kitchen Stories app. Find out more <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/the-for-you-feed-in-kitchen-stories-plus">here</a>.

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FAQ: All Your Kitchen Stories Plus Questions Answered

This December at Kitchen Stories is all about feel-good festive food! No matter what you’re celebrating or with whom, our December recipes have something for every one and for every occasion. Best of all, they’re fun and unfussy, so you can focus on winding down for the year. Stay tuned throughout the month by bookmarking <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/introducing-our-feel-good-festive-issue">this article</a>, where we’ll collect all our recipes and articles. Don’t forget to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kitchenstories_official/" rel="nofollow">follow us on Instagram</a> for even more. Happy December!

It’s finally cookie season: The time of year when we’re just about constantly surrounded by the irresistible, comforting smell of melted butter. It’s a season that elicits excitement from adults and kids alike. We’ve talked in the past about our love for <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/the-best-ever-only-recipe-you-ll-ever-need-chocolate-chip-cookies">chocolate chip cookies</a>, but holiday cookies are the focus now and, this year, we thought we’d go back to basics and focus on old-fashioned icebox (or slice and bake) cookies. These cookies require just a few steps: make the dough, form it into a log, chill or freeze it, slice it, and bake!

For me, a person with limited baking talent, these are the perfect prep-ahead cookies for a laid-back holiday; you don’t need fancy equipment and the dough can stay frozen for up to a month (or according to Mark Bittman in his book How to Bake Everything, they can be frozen pretty much indefinitely). Any time you want them, all you have to do is preheat your oven, reach into your freezer, and the cookies will be ready in the blink of an eye.

You can use your favorite basic sugar cookie recipe as the base for your slice and bakes or this recipe from our archive:

Easy French Sablés (French butter cookies)

Inspiring ways to flavor your slice and bake cookies

Once you have the basic cookie dough prepared, divide the dough (or go for one big batch) and mix in a wild array of additions. Here’s some inspiration on our favorite ways to spruce up the plain dough:

Dried or candied fruits: dried fruits (like raisins, apricots, or cranberries), candied ginger, candied orange or lemon Nuts: pistachios, peanuts, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/maple-pecan-shortbread">pecans</a>, macadamia nuts, or a full superfood mix like in these <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/breakfast-superfood-cookies">breakfast cookies </a> Spice and tea: <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/homemade-chai-spice">chai spice</a>, black tea, matcha powder, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/its-2020-and-pumpkin-spice-isnt-going-anywhere">pumpkin spice</a>, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/double-chocolate-espresso-cookies-9ca5">espresso </a> Other ideas: fresh citrus zest, crushed pretzels, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/3-ingredient-peanut-butter-cookies">peanut butter</a>, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/tahini-miso-cookies-4715">tahini or miso paste</a>, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/coconut-macaroons">shredded coconut</a>, <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/rosemary-slice-and-bake-crackers-with-chutney">herbs (like rosemary or thyme)</a>

5 festive holiday cookies we’re loving right now

Among the many cookie enthusiasts on our team, I asked (or maybe more like convinced) some of them to share their favorite version of a holiday cookie, so here they are!

My matcha cookies are a great manifestation of a running joke among the Asian community: The highest praise we could give for any dessert is that “It’s not too sweet.” In this recipe, matcha green tea powder gives a lovely green color and a slight bitterness to balance out the sweetness of sugar and chocolate.

Matcha green tea white chocolate cookies

Devan’s chocolate cookies are decorated with the christmas color palette—can you spot the red from dried cranberries and the green from pistachios?

Festive chocolate slice and bake cookies

Vanessa’s Italian mandorlini recipe is an ode to her obsession with Italian cuisine. The combination of marzipan, amaretto, and lemon zest gives the cookies a delicate and unique taste profile. Plus, they’re extremely easy to make.

Mandorlini (Italian almond cookies)

Jost’s cookie recipe truly highlights the in-season orange, with orange flavor living not only in the dough (through zest), but also in the sugar icing that uses up the juice.

Orange pistachio cookies

Andreas’s cookies are inspired by Zimtwaffeln from his hometown Saarland. Instead of a waffle shape, they are in pinwheel form. They&#x27;re easier, but equally tasty.

Cinnamon swirl christmas cookies

If you want more ideas for holiday cookies, check out these articles: — <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/the-best-ever-only-recipe-you-ll-ever-need-chocolate-chip-cookies">The Best-Ever, Only-Recipe-You&#x27;ll-Ever-Need: Chocolate Chip Cookies</a> — <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/how-this-community-member-turned-a-rice-pudding-tradition-into-delicious-cookies">How This Community Member Turned a Rice Pudding Tradition Into Delicious Cookies</a> — <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/the-best-from-our-community-christmas-cookies">The Best From Our Community: Christmas Cookies</a> — <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/how-to-make-perfect-snickerdoodles-cookies">How to Make Perfect Snickerdoodle Cookies</a> — <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/christmas-cookies-that-are-accidentally-vegan-and-100-delicious">Christmas Cookies That Are Accidentally Gluten-Free and 100% Delicious</a>

And even more <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/categories/cookies">cookie recipes can be found here</a>!

What’s your favorite holiday cookie? Let us know in the comments or <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/new-on-kitchen-stories-upload-your-own-recipes">upload your own recipe</a> to share with our global community!

We love these prep-ahead, holiday cookies

5 Slice-and-Bake Cookies to Keep in the Freezer This Season

Every month we’re putting the spotlight on one community recipe that catches our attention and fits in with our monthly issue. This month it&#x27;s all about <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/letter-from-the-editor-a-culinary-christmas-carol">Christmas</a>. That&#x27;s why we&#x27;re featuring these <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/gluten-free-almond-crescent-cookies">traditional dark chocolate almond crescents</a> from our community member Anja.

In Germany, you might find them in your local bakery, in airtight packaging in the supermarket, or in your family cookie jar: Christmas almond crescent cookies—with or without powdered sugar—but always with flaked almonds and dark chocolate. And it’s one such a recipe with a story, a handwritten one from her mother&#x27;s collection, that our community member Anja uploaded to our app.

Although we see almond crescents as a local baked good, they have their roots in Arab cuisine. The ancestors of almond crescents came to Spain in the 9th century, and from there they eventually migrated to us via Italy.

Almond crescents are a kind of macaroon, just like the well-known coconut variety. This means that the dough is made up mainly of nuts, egg whites, and sugar. Unlike many other traditional cookies, they don’t contain flour. This also means that they just so happen to be gluten-free: making them a great option especially for allergy sufferers who often have to pass up traditional baked goods. After all, with the delicate flavor of the marzipan and the melted dark chocolate, it doesn&#x27;t feel like you’re giving up on anything at all. Anja also points this out: without having searched for a gluten-free recipe, she rest assured that she can always offer an almond crescent to certain friends.

Another plus of macaroon dough is that the almond crescents have a pretty robust consistency and don’t crumble easily. Especially in times of social distancing, this makes them perfect to package up and mail to your loved ones along with your Christmas gifts. Make sure you line your cookie tin with baking paper and pack it neatly so that the cookies don&#x27;t get shaken around too much. Finally, wrap a bow around it so the lid doesn&#x27;t come off. Done! Your almond crescents will arrive in one piece.

One last tip for those who don&#x27;t live in Europe: The raw marzipan paste you can buy here in any supermarket is different from what is often called &quot;marzipan&quot; elsewhere. The almond content of raw marzipan is usually just over 50%. In contrast, the marzipan that is often offered in the USA, for example, usually consists of about 30% almonds. An alternative for all those who can&#x27;t find raw marzipan paste or who enjoy making it themselves: homemade marzipan! It&#x27;s quick and easy and <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/recipes/homemade-marzipan">here are the instructions</a>.

What are your favorite Christmas cookies? Do you have a recipe that works every time? Let us know in the comments or <a href="https://www.kitchenstories.com/en/stories/new-on-kitchen-stories-upload-your-own-recipes">upload your own recipe to share with the community</a>.

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