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These gluten free pumpkin spice squares are an easy alternative bake to one of my favourite fall muffin recipes, adapted from Broma Bakery’s pumpkin spice bread. This time, I poured the batter into a 9×9 square pan to create soft squares that are perfect for autumn gatherings or a quick seasonal treat. Wrapped in warm […]
To me, cookbooks belong on that list of things you can never have too many of… alongside shoes, bags, perfume, boxes of cards, notebooks, bottles of wine… to name a few. On that note, below I am sharing the cookbooks on my shelf that I not only adore but also often refer to when baking. […]
I like to think that an efficient kitchen includes a well organized pantry of some sort. On that note, from inventory to storage, a pantry is really only as good as its system implemented. While it’s wonderful to have ingredients on hand for a recipe, it’s not so helpful if the item has since expired. […]
This Christmas popcorn recipe is from a page that I tore out of my Grandma’s Taste of Home magazine years ago! It is incredibly simple, makes a wonderful little gift, and pairs perfectly with a favourite holiday movie. Favourite Takeaways: Whenever I make this popcorn for Christmas, it never lasts long. Much like a bowl […]
This honey nuts and bolts recipe is basically a mildly sweet and gluten free version of one of my favourite childhood Christmas treats. Sweetened with honey, this recipe is quite simple, makes a wonderful little gift and pairs perfectly with a Christmas movie. Like pizzelles, this recipe stores very well and can definitely be made […]
The Okanagan Valley is well into harvest time and there’s a note on my calendar reminding me to stock up on in-season favourites. This farmer’s granddaughter may still get excited about exploring the pumpkin patches and farmer’s markets in Kelowna and the nearby towns. Each and every fall! From purchasing apples to picking out a […]
Adapted from The Simple Green, these soft banana bread cookies are a great recipe should you ever need a use for very ripe bananas and/or have run out of eggs. Favourite Takeaways: These delightfully soft cookies are essentially a chocolate chip cookie and banana bread hybrid. They make an excellent gluten free snack and a […]
My go-to recipe for gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies originated from my well loved Joy of Cooking book (shocker). After a few minor revisions, it may be one of my favourite cookie recipes. It’s just so wholesome and forgiving. Favourite Takeaways: From a road trip snack to a baked gift, this recipe is oh […]
