Desserts

Ruby Squares

Ruby Squares

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer cookie crumbs 1/3 cup melted butter 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup butterscotch chips 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup shredded coconut 1 cup sliced almonds 1 can (300 ml) sweetened condensed milk Direction Combine cookie crumbs and butter. […]

Donuts

Donuts

Ingredients (makes 2 dozen large donuts) 1 1/2 cups of whole warm milk 1/2 cup soft unsalted butter 4 1/2 tsp active dry yeast 3 eggs at room temperature 6 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 tsp salt 5 1/3 cup all purpose flour ( 2 cups […]

Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo Bars

Ingredients Base: 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted Filling: 1 1/2 cup icing sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature 2 Tbsp custard […]

Large Batch Sugar Cookies

Large Batch Sugar Cookies

This is my go to basic sugar cookie recipe that was shared by my sister a few years ago. I cant count the number of times I have made it. Not only are they tasty but when packaged up they make wonderful give aways for […]

Shortbread inspired by Ted Lasso

Shortbread inspired by Ted Lasso

Ingredients: 1 cup butter unsalted 2 cups flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla Directions: cut butter in small pieces and soften at room temperature. Heat oven to 350 F. Grease or use parchment lined 9 x 13 inch pan. Mix […]

Sherry’s M&M Cookies

Sherry’s M&M Cookies

Who knew that the taste of M& M’s could be transformed into a delicious holiday cookie my son in law’s Mom Sherry did! This was given to her by a family friend and has quickly become a family favourite especially during the holidays. Give it […]

Kristen’s Favourite Ice Box Cookies

Kristen’s Favourite Ice Box Cookies

This recipe comes from Kristen, my daughter in law. It’s a very special one that brings back memories of her Nana who loved sharing her baking recipes with her family. This one continues to be a traditional Christmas treat that Kristen and her Mom make […]

Brittany’s Oreo Truffles

Brittany’s Oreo Truffles

My daughter Brittany has chosen a new favourite holiday sweet treat that is simple to make and a guaranteed crowd pleaser and a bonus it does not require the oven! She loves popping them in the freezer and having them available at a moments notice. […]

Debbie’s Candy Cane Cookies

Debbie’s Candy Cane Cookies

When I asked my friend Debbie to share one of her family favourite holiday treats, she was quick with her response. This Candy Cane cookie recipe brings back years of good times spent baking with her daughters Robyn and Carolyn. If you really like the […]

Angie’s Ginger Molasses Cookies

Angie’s Ginger Molasses Cookies

This holiday cookie is from my friend Angie. She finds that it has the perfect balance of sugar combined with the warmth of her favourite spice combination of cinnamon, ginger and cloves. It’s her family’s ‘go to’ cookie especially during the winter months. She loves […]