Have you been hunting for the perfect granola recipe? Well, look no further; I do believe you have found it! This fruit and nut granola is all the things it ought to be: gluten free, sugar free, and absolutely loaded with nuts and fruit. Oh, and did I mention that it also sticks together super […]
“Croquembouche” is the name of a French dessert that literally means, “Crunch in mouth.” Essentially, it is a tower of little cream puffs covered in strands of crunchy, golden, spun sugar. I learned how to make this a while ago, as a favour to someone who wanted one for an event. It was a great […]
Today’s post is a treat: delicious, cream filled pastry puffs that are easy to make and even easier to eat. What are we making, you might ask? This recipe is for profiteroles: little round hollow French pastries with silky insides and crispy outsides, piped full of your favourite custard or pastry cream. What are profiteroles? […]
This oh-so-simple recipe for homemade vanilla pudding is one of the easiest things you’ll ever make, and a definite must for your recipe collection. I’ve made vanilla pudding this way hundreds of times– and for so many different ways to serve it! If you’re looking for an easy, homemade vanilla pudding that’s smooth, rich, and […]
Here’s a simple, staple recipe that you’ll want to hang on to: Devonshire Cream. I love serving this creamy goodness on top of a fresh homemade scone with my favourite jam. I remember the first time my mom made it for us… It was like magic. Fluffy, creamy goodness on top of an already-great treat. […]
Chewy, sweet, buttery and delicious: these white chocolate macadamia nut cookies are the real deal! Homemade cookies done right can make me go weak at the knees, and I tell you: this recipe is one of up among the greatest. What makes white chocolate macadamia nut cookies so good Finding the perfect cookie has been, […]
Blueberry lavender scones: marbled blue and white, just a touch sweet, and perfect teatime goodness. I got this idea because I was making blueberry scones one day, and it occurred to me: why don’t I do this with lavender? I always love how the blueberries blend with the dough as you work it, creating a […]
The easiest way to make mini cakes for a crowd, I’m convinced, is with this recipe for mini strawberry shortcakes. These cakes are light as a cloud (which makes it easy to enjoy them at the end of a meal), not too sweet, and full of fresh summer flavour. In my opinion, they are the […]
I love peach iced tea. Actually, I love iced tea in general, but I have to say I’m an especially huge fan of iced tea with the light, fresh flavour of peaches hidden in the background. This peach peel iced tea is just the thing to satisfy that craving – and make sure those extra […]
Summer cider: the mulled apple cider of summer, made with fresh, in-season fruit juices and the subtle flavour of allspice. This is a recipe that I created on a day which began with every intention (on my part) of making a nice, cold, summery drink for you all. That is, it was until I stepped […]
