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Home » giveaway » Atlanta Bloggers Celebrate Spring with Great American Cookies! #BrownieBling

Atlanta Bloggers Celebrate Spring with Great American Cookies! #BrownieBling

March 22, 2014 by Diane Hoffmaster 86 Comments

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Great American Cookies.

Blogging can be a rather solitary business.  Sure, we say that we work in Social Media but usually that just means we are 'social' with people online.  Our blogging friends, followers, and fans interact with us via computer but only occasionally do we actually get to hang out with each other in person.  When bloggers DO get together with each other in person you can bet there will be food involved.  This week, I had the pleasure of hanging out with a few of my blogger friends while we tried out the NEW! Fudge Brownie made with M&M’s® from Great American Cookies!

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With winter finally on the way OUT and spring finally here I am starting to crave a bit more excitement in my life!  Traveling into Atlanta is always exciting (and slightly terrifying given the insane amount of traffic!).  I met up with Stacie from The Divine Miss Mommy (our host for the afternoon) along with Piera from Jolly Mom, Alicia from The Mommy Insider, and Kesha from We Got Kidz.  We had a great time just sitting around chit chatting, having lunch, and enjoying some delicious goodies from Great American Cookies!

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Don't those look seriously scrumptious?  It was hard to choose which one I wanted to try the most!  While we drooled over the selection of cookies we enjoyed scrolling through twitter and checking out what other bloggers around the US were doing at their own #BrownieBling house parties.  This little celebration was more than just an Atlanta event and it was nice seeing some of the pictures and tweets from my fellow bloggers. While we relaxed we had to take a minute to wonder just how many M&M's Stacie had managed to fit in the jar....what's the prize for a correct guess?  A puppy?  A million dollars?  We decided on a tiara since nobody had either of the other two readily accessible!

great american cookies jar of candy

Our little #BrownieBling party had a purpose...other than just getting together with friends.  We were there to try out the NEW! Fudge Brownie made with M&M’s®.  Great American Cookies already offers other varieties of brownies but this one decked out with M&Ms is their newest addition.  In fact, they offer an extensive selection of all sorts of delicious cookies, Cookie Cakes, brownies and other treats. If you are craving something sweet and delicious I highly recommend you try their NEW! Fudge Brownie made with M&M’s®.  Thick, fudgy, moist and loaded with chocolate it was a delicious addition to our blogger party!

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Sadly, we had only 2 hours to chat, eat, tweet, and be on our way.  Before heading home we were thrilled to learn that there were plenty of leftover cookies and brownies to bring home with us.  Let me tell you...my kids and husband were thrilled and they firmly believe that blogging is just about the greatest job EVER if it means that I bring them home treats like this!  My son dove right for the NEW! Fudge Brownie made with M&M’s® and it was definitely his favorite out of all the treats that came home with me.  Let me just remind you that if you DO decide to stock up on these new brownies make sure you have milk around!  There is nothing that goes better with chocolate brownies than cold milk!

Do you dunk your treats in milk or just eat them as is?

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The Giveaway

In honor of their NEW! Fudge Brownie made with M&M’s®. Great American Cookies would like to give one of my readers a $50 gift card so that they can head out and try some of these delicious treats for themselves.  This is a Giveaway Tools contest so please follow the directions in the form to enter to win.

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Disclaimer:  This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Great American Cookies. In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials.”: I received product samples  in exchange for my honest review. I received no monetary compensation. All opinions expressed here are mine and mine alone. Some of the links in this post may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers.

By entering this giveaway, you release this blog and it’s owner from any liability whatsoever, and waive any and all causes of action, related to any claims, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind arising out of or in connection with the giveaway or delivery, mis-delivery or acceptance of any prize.

Diane Hoffmaster

Diane is a professional blogger and nationally certified pharmacy technician at Good Pill Pharmacy.  She has two college aged kids, one husband and more pets than she will admit to. She earned her BS in Microbiology at the University of New Hampshire  but left her career in science to become a stay at home mom. Years of playing with LEGO and coloring with crayons had her craving a more grown up purpose to her life and she began blogging and freelance writing full time.  You can learn more about her HERE.

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Comments

  1. Meghan

    March 22, 2014 at 1:18 am

    it began in 1977

    Reply
  2. essijay

    March 22, 2014 at 4:11 am

    OMG! they have CHEESECAKE BROWNIES!??!? I've gotta try one!!

    Reply
  3. Julie Lynn Bickham

    March 22, 2014 at 11:30 pm

    I learned that they have a will you marry me design.

    Reply
  4. Seyma Shabbir

    March 23, 2014 at 2:42 am

    I learned that you can order online! I figured you always had to go the store to order it but this is easier if you are in a hurry or traveling and want to order it from a different location!

    Reply
  5. Janet W.

    March 23, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    I learned that they make a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup brownie! I've usually just paid attention to their cookies. I didn't realize they had such a great selection of brownies, too!

    Reply
  6. Laura Ari

    March 24, 2014 at 12:34 am

    There is a store by my mom and they sell cookie cakes!

    Reply
  7. natalie yeoman

    March 24, 2014 at 6:08 pm

    i learned that they make cheesecake brownies i didnt know they had that

    Reply
  8. Amy Orvin

    March 25, 2014 at 1:34 am

    I learned that they first opened in Atlanta in 1977

    Reply
  9. Heather Swarthout

    March 25, 2014 at 2:04 am

    They have cheesecake brownies, yum!!

    Reply
  10. Melissa M

    March 25, 2014 at 2:12 am

    The double fudge cookies look really good!

    Reply
  11. marian boll

    March 25, 2014 at 4:00 am

    Began in 1977!!!

    Reply
  12. diane

    March 25, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    began in 1977

    Reply
  13. Kiara

    March 25, 2014 at 11:49 pm

    I learned that the first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia’s Perimeter Mall.

    Reply
  14. Miz Vickik

    March 26, 2014 at 12:33 am

    I learned that they have a wide variety of themes to choose from.

    Reply
  15. Belinda

    March 26, 2014 at 12:51 am

    I learned that they donated over $23,300 to the USO in 2012.

    Reply
  16. Margaret Smith

    March 26, 2014 at 1:02 am

    I learned that they first opened in Atlanta Georgia in 1977.
    Thanks so much.

    Reply
  17. Mia

    March 26, 2014 at 1:07 am

    I learned you can order freshly baked cakes from them online!

    Reply
  18. Brittney House

    March 26, 2014 at 1:38 am

    It began in 1977.

    Reply
  19. Britnee

    March 26, 2014 at 3:46 am

    Their giant cookies are the bomb! I make my mother get me one each year for my birthday!

    Reply
  20. ky2here

    March 26, 2014 at 10:36 am

    The next time I'm in Bahrain, I can enjoy their products.

    Reply
  21. Lisa V.

    March 26, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I learned they have been around since 1997.

    Reply
  22. Lisa V.

    March 26, 2014 at 11:02 am

    Oops, meant 1977.

    Reply
  23. Ann Fantom

    March 26, 2014 at 11:06 am

    I learned that Great American Cookies began in 1977 when the first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia’s Perimeter Mall

    Reply
  24. April

    March 26, 2014 at 11:36 am

    I learned that you can order online. This will be great for my twin's bday!

    Reply
  25. Erica C.

    March 26, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    They have cookie cakes.

    Reply
  26. Sue Ellison

    March 26, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    I learned they have International locations also.

    Reply
  27. April Brenay

    March 26, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    It was all started back in 1977

    Reply
  28. Mihaela Day

    March 26, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    I learned that they have a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup brownie 🙂

    Reply
  29. Kim Kihega

    March 26, 2014 at 2:31 pm

    I learned that they make cheesecake brownies!

    Reply
  30. Kathy Fleming

    March 26, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I learned that there is a Great American Cookie store in the Ocala, FL Paddock Mall.

    Reply
  31. Monique Rizzo

    March 26, 2014 at 4:08 pm

    I found they have Cheesecake brownies that look DEVINE.
    Thanks for the chance.
    [email protected]

    Reply
  32. carol

    March 26, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    I learned that they make the greatest cookie cakes and will personalize them

    Reply
  33. Susan Smith

    March 26, 2014 at 4:14 pm

    I learned that they first opened in Atlanta Georgia in 1977.

    Reply
  34. PaulaMS

    March 26, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    I learned that there are 3 stores near me.

    Reply
  35. Katherine

    March 26, 2014 at 5:36 pm

    They have lots of themes available for the cookie cakes

    Reply
  36. Melissa Dealmeida

    March 26, 2014 at 10:33 pm

    They first opened in Atlanta in 1977 and bake their cookies fresh daily!

    Reply
  37. julie matek

    March 26, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    I learned that they originated in Atlanta, GA:)

    jmatek AT wi DOT rr DOT com

    Reply
  38. Connie Lee

    March 26, 2014 at 11:41 pm

    I learned that their nearest store located to me is in Rocky Mount, N.C.

    Reply
  39. heather s

    March 27, 2014 at 1:48 am

    they have brownies, cookies and cakes

    Reply
  40. Tracy Robertson

    March 27, 2014 at 1:49 am

    I learned that they make cookie cakes. What a great birthday present for friends!

    Reply
  41. kyl neusch

    March 27, 2014 at 3:52 am

    began in 1977

    Reply
  42. Sonya

    March 27, 2014 at 4:11 am

    The cheesecake brownies look awesome!

    Reply
  43. Rebecca Graham

    March 27, 2014 at 5:33 am

    I learned that they have cookie cakes.

    Reply
  44. joe gersch

    March 27, 2014 at 8:51 am

    i learned they have cheesecake brownies

    Reply
  45. joni

    March 27, 2014 at 9:15 am

    I learned they sell these cookies at the mall near my home.

    Reply
  46. Karen Drake

    March 27, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    I learned they have franchise opportunities.

    Reply
  47. Kim H

    March 27, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    I learned they have cheesecake and fudge brownies...nummy!!

    Reply
  48. maleficent m

    March 27, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    that they started in 1977!!

    Reply
  49. Samantha Daleo

    March 27, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    I learned that you can order awesome Cookie Cakes online. I love sending those to loved ones for their birthdays!

    Reply
  50. sandra manning

    March 27, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    I learned that they carry birthday cookies - so cool

    Reply
  51. Lindsay McCain

    March 27, 2014 at 3:07 pm

    I learned that you can place orders online.

    Reply
  52. jeremy mclaughlin

    March 27, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    First opened in 1977.

    Reply
  53. Debra Hall

    March 27, 2014 at 4:38 pm

    i like the birthday cookies

    Reply
  54. Paula Tavernie

    March 27, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    I learned they opened in 1977!!

    Reply
  55. Stephanie Galbraith

    March 27, 2014 at 7:39 pm

    I learned that they make cookie cakes.

    Reply
  56. tina reynolds

    March 27, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    They Started in 1977 and I love the cookies but especially the brownies 😉

    Reply
  57. matt lehman

    March 27, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    you can order freshly baked cakes from them online

    Reply
  58. susan smoaks

    March 27, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    i learned that they have a double decker that i want to try.

    Reply
  59. Giant Sis

    March 27, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    I learned that there's a location in the mall closest to us! Score!

    Reply
  60. Brandy Davis

    March 27, 2014 at 9:24 pm

    I learned the company began in 1977 and they have a variety of themes.

    Reply
  61. Jen R

    March 27, 2014 at 10:29 pm

    I learned that there is a Great American Cookie store at our local mall.

    Reply
  62. Lee Mckoen

    March 27, 2014 at 10:44 pm

    I learned they started in 1977 in atlanta georgia an they stirve to be bake the best cookies ever made!

    Reply
  63. Karrie Millheim

    March 27, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    I learned they began in 1977

    Reply
  64. Rebecca L

    March 27, 2014 at 11:29 pm

    I learned that the Great American Cookies became an instant retail phenomenon in 1977 when the first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia’s Perimeter Mall (close to where I live!).

    Reply
  65. Peggy Rydzewski

    March 27, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    Great American Cookies became an instant retail phenomenon in 1977 when the first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia’s Perimeter Mall

    Reply
  66. Samantha

    March 27, 2014 at 11:58 pm

    I learned they make fudge brownies! I thought they only made cookies and cookie cake!

    Reply
  67. Janice Crespo

    March 28, 2014 at 12:03 am

    Their cheesecake brownies look fantastic. They are down in Willowbrook Mall - next time down there I will have to try them

    Reply
  68. laurie

    March 28, 2014 at 12:05 am

    I learned they had a program to help the USO with care packages

    Reply
  69. Kellie Rose Wilson

    March 28, 2014 at 1:57 am

    They sell a birthday cake cookie..yum

    Reply
  70. MARIA simon

    March 28, 2014 at 2:30 am

    THAT THEY HAD CHEESECAKE BROWNIES..GOING TOM AND WILL BUY SOME.. 🙂 THANKS FOR GIVEAWAY

    Reply
  71. Leslie L Stanziani

    March 28, 2014 at 2:32 am

    I learned that they make really cool Halloween cookies cakes and have 2 locations within an hour from me.

    Reply
  72. Traci Newcomb

    March 28, 2014 at 2:50 am

    I learned they have cheesecake brownies.

    Reply
  73. Judy Estrin

    March 28, 2014 at 5:02 am

    Founded in 1977. A location near me. Yes!!!!

    Reply
  74. Crystal F

    March 28, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    The first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia’s Perimeter Mall in 1977. Thank you!

    Reply
  75. Sherry Conrad

    March 28, 2014 at 4:09 pm

    I learned they have franchises with discounts for vets.

    Reply
  76. robyn paris

    March 28, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    i learned they opened in atlanta georgia in 1977

    Reply
  77. Candie L

    March 28, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    I like the cheesecake brownies. Thank you

    Reply
  78. Tara Woods

    March 28, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    I learned that on April 15 2014, Great American Cookies® will mark the culmination of tax season by providing a free Original Chocolate Chip Cookie to customers who stop by participating stores.

    Reply
  79. Betty C

    March 28, 2014 at 6:23 pm

    I learned their mission statement is simply: Share the Fun of Cookies ®

    Reply
  80. Brandi Price

    March 28, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    Ohhhh! You can order online! I always have to go to the mall to get their cookies!

    Reply
  81. Rosanne

    March 28, 2014 at 8:51 pm

    I learned they donated over $20,000 to the USO

    Reply
  82. Teresa Thompson

    March 28, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    They where established in 1977.

    Reply
  83. Donna Kellogg

    March 28, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    they give discount to military and they have Cheesecake brownies YUMMM

    Reply
  84. Jacob LaFountaine

    March 28, 2014 at 11:24 pm

    They started out in the state of Georgia

    Reply
  85. Trisha McKee

    March 28, 2014 at 11:54 pm

    Its first store opened in a mall in 1977 using a generations-old recipe.

    Reply
  86. Jaime Cummings

    March 29, 2014 at 1:07 am

    I learned you can order online and brownies with M&M's look delicious!

    Reply

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