Cookies

Sweet Heart Cookies

These crispy, pink treats are inspired by our wonderful granddaughter, Theodosia! Like her, they are a sweet and lovely combination of Mexico and Canada. Grandma’s Brown Sugar Cookies, a traditional Canadian recipe, are filled with a tasty, Mexican guava fruit paste.

Salted Pecan Crackles

These cookies were inspired by an old family florentine recipe. They are now a favourite for our family and friends! Elegant and delicious for any occasion and just as wonderful in the gluten-free version! Fancy them up with a little piece of cherry and/or stir in some roasted hazelnuts for […]

Chocolate Crunch Truffles

Great things come in small packages, like this simple and delicious combination of crunchy peanut butter and brown rice krispies, simply molded or dipped in chocolate and rolled in salted, roasted hazelnuts. It’s even gluten-free! A wonderful treat for someone you love!

Grandma’s Brown Sugar Cookies

Grandma used to make these for special occasions and the homemade flavour still brings back wonderful memories. A thin, lemony glaze is the perfect compliment to the richness of the brown sugar base; add some coloured glaze and swirl for extra fun!  A great activity for a house-bound day!

Chocolate Hazelnut Snowballs

Melt-in-your-mouth chocolate goodness combines with roasted hazelnuts to make a little magic! Roll them in icing sugar or dip them in chocolate and then roll them in some roasted hazelnut crumbs. Either version freezes well and they make great gifts!  

Thetis Island Ginger Cookies

A taste of summer! Ginger cookies were always a part of a summer on Thetis Island, a beautiful, isolated place off the coast of Vancouver Island. This updated version has some added goodness and wonderful flavour!      

Lovely Lemon Almond Cookies

Looking for a lovely, lemony bright, soft and almondy cookie? This one is perfect! Easily gluten-free and so quick to make, these are a family favourite! Try adding lilac blossoms for special spring treats!