In honour of my Dad’s love of maple and cake, and in honour of marigolds, here is a wonderfully pecan-rich, applesauce-moist, spice cake. The maple fudge icing is a lovely treat, and pairs well with a not-too-sweet cake. Happy Birthday, Dad!
Desserts
BNice Cream Sundaes
As the weather warms up, here are some great ideas to keep cool and healthy! Freeze lots of ripe bananas in preparation! You’ll be amazed at the creaminess and flavours of this dairy-free, sugar-free goodness! So many options!
Roasted Hazelnut Clusters
Instead of buying the standard, milk-based and often expensive, mass-produced chocolate treats, why not make your own? So simple and simply delicious, these will delight the taste buds with the fresh crunch of roasted hazelnuts.
Upside-down and Delicious Rhubarb Pan Cake
What to make with that fresh spring rhubarb? This is it!! A moist, fluffy cake enhanced with orange and fresh ginger is the perfect base for the perfectly sweet-tartness of the carmelized rhubarb!
Better-than-ever Crunchy Granola
An easy, quick alternative to store-bought, this crunchy homemade version is so delicious and can be tailored for your taste buds! This is gluten-free, naturally sweetened, high in nutrition, with an abundance of grainy goodness, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds
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!
Deep Chocolate Applesauce Bundt Cake
This is a favourite recipe for birthday cakes and special occasions where the guests like chocolate…so it’s a regular! It whips up quickly and the applesauce helps it stay moist and delicious for days. It pairs well with some vegan ice cream for a special treat!
Sweet Orange Teacakes
These are a lovely treat for an afternoon spring tea! Lots of fresh orange juice in the cakes and a fluffy orange buttercream decorated with the beauty of edible flowers; they are a joy to make, serve and eat!
Lilac and Orange Sugar Cookies
This recipe makes an extra-crispy, flavorful cookie with the bright bite of orange and the surprise of lilac! Topped with a swirl of Orange Buttercream and decorated with fresh lilacs, these treats make for a lovely afternoon tea!
A Caring Carrot Cake
This moist, rich, flavourful cake is full of so much fruit and veggie goodness! Dairy-free, egg-free and nut-free, this cake stays moist and fresh-tasting for days! Topped with a simple Pineapple Cream Cheeze Icing, this is sure to be a favourite!
Lime and Coconut Cupcakes
These bright and fluffy cupcakes are easy to make and full of flavour! Lime and coconut are a perfect combination! Add some green coconut grass and a few vegan jelly beans and create some sweet Easter treats!
Crispy Sugar Cookies
Make these for any special occasion or on an “indoor day” when you want to roll out and cut your cookies into shapes and ice them. They keep their shape well! These are great with a simple, lemon-laced glaze that can be swirled with colour or simply sprinkled before baking. […]