Sprinkle Surprise Cookies

Who doesn’t love a soft, chewy and crunchy sprinkle cookie? At first glance these look like they are just for kids. With a white chocolate surprise and cream cheese mixed into the batter, they are definitely a treat for adults as well. My favorite thing about these cookies is that you can customize the colors…

White Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins

When I think of Fall, I think of pumpkin everything! Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin soups and especially pumpkin desserts. These muffins are the perfect fall breakfast or snack option. My kids absolutely love these muffins because they are not overpowering with pumpkin flavour, but just enough. Even my husband, who does not really like pumpkin, loves…

Cranberry White Chocolate Lemon Bundt Cake

This is the perfect holiday cake. The tart caramelized cranberries, with a subtle sweetness from the white chocolate, make this lemon cake an irresistible addition to your holiday table.  Not only that, but it looks absolutely gorgeous.This cake is very versatile. It can be served any time of day. It makes a delicious brunch dessert,…

Deconstructed Cannoli

I don’t know anyone that doesn’t love a good cannoli. When I was pregnant I had very few cravings, but cannoli was a big one for me with both my girls. I love the flavors of the creamy filling with the crunch of the shell. It is a perfect combination. The problem with cannoli is…

Lemon Raspberry Shortbread Cookies

These heart shaped cookies are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat. There are two layers of buttery lemon shortbread, filled with sweet raspberry jam, topped with white chocolate. This combination of sweet and tart cannot be beat. These cookies may look hard to make, but are super easy. You can also just make the lemon shortbread…

Dark Chocolate Orange Cookies

Every holiday season I find myself eating copious amounts of cookies. From the cookie exchange parties to the tins left on my doorstep by loving friends, there is an intense amount of cookies consumed in a short period of time. My go-to cookie this time of year is a chewy gingerbread cookie. I seem to…

Nanaimo Bars

  The Nanaimo bar is a dessert of Canadian origin that requires no baking and is named after the city of Nanaimo, British Columbia, on Vancouver Island. It is made up of three layers, each one rich, buttery and delicious. Traditionally, these bars are made with walnuts, but I prefer to use pecans. Since moving…

Blueberry Banana Loaf

Blueberry Banana loaf makes a great breakfast, midday snack or dessert. It is packed full of blueberries and bananas, and is incredibly easy and quick to make. This is a great recipe when you are craving something sweet, but not too sweet. I like to make it with fresh blueberries, especially in the summer months….

Dark Chocolate and Baileys Irish Cream Cupcakes

For the most part, my recipes are healthy and delicious. While eating healthy can be tasty, and better for you, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have a treat now and then. St. Patricks Day seems the perfect time for this fun, adults only treat. These rich cupcakes are topped with a Baileys infused, cream cheese…