A trip to the cottage or a weekend camping getaway is a must for any Canadian, and as summer is winding down, a family road trip is the perfect way to wrap up your summer with just a little more fun in the sun. There is nothing quite like hopping in your car, putting on some tunes and rolling down the window to feel the breeze while driving down the highway. We … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Torte with Pumpkin Ganache
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This Pumpkin Torte with Pumpkin Ganache is a slice of Autumn heaven. Light fluffy cake combines a rich, creamy ganache for fall dessert you won't soon forget. Pumpkin Torte with Pumpkin Ganache Makes 12 servings Ingredients For the Cake: 1 ½ cups granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups pumpkin puree (you will need to buy … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Granola
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This gluten free Pumpkin Spice Granola recipe is filled with warm spices, filling granola and crunchy pumpkin seeds and pecans. Enjoy with creamy yogurt and a swirl of pumpkin pie filling for a healthy and filling fall breakfast. Pumpkin Spice Granola Recipe Yields: 8 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 45 … [Read more...]
Chalkboard Sugar Cookies
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These adorable Chalkboard Sugar Cookies make for a fun back to school treat! Tuck them into lunch bags or gift some to your favourite teacher. Chalkboard Sugar Cookies Yields: One dozen decorated cookies Ingredients: Your favorite recipe for sugar cookies (we used an instant mix) 4-5 oz. black fondant 1-2 oz. white fondant ½ stick butter, … [Read more...]
Apple Torte with Maple Walnut Cream Cheese Filling
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This Apple Torte with Maple Walnut Cream Cheese Filling is a delicious fall cake - sure to delight with its warm flavours! Apple Torte with Maple Walnut Cream Cheese Filling Ingredients: Cake 1 ½ cups granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups chunky cinnamon applesauce* 4 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking … [Read more...]
Blackberry Bars
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These blackberry bars are made with fresh blackberries - a delicious dessert paired with a hot mug of coffee on a summer evening. Blackberry Bars Yields: approx. 9 bars Ingredients: 1.5 cups a/p flour ¼ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 tsp baking powder Pinch salt 1 large egg, room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 stick butter, cold and cut … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Raspberry Cheesecake
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This instant pot Raspberry Cheesecake features a chocolate cookie crust, dripping with chocolate ganache and topped off with fresh raspberries. Instant Pot Raspberry Cheesecake Ingredients: 2 cups Chocolate cookie crumbs 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 packages cream cheese softened 6 tbsp granulated sugar 1/2 cup sour … [Read more...]
Neapolitan Ice Cream Muffins
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These whimsical Neapolitan Ice Cream Muffins are fluffy and full of the amazing flavours of chocolate, vanilla and fresh strawberry. Neapolitan Ice Cream Muffins Yields 1 dozen muffins Ingredients: 1 ½ cup flour, spooned and leveled ½ cup old fashion oats ¼ cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon … [Read more...]
Upcycled Unicorn Planter
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This Upcycled Unicorn Planter makes any space magical. This is a great bottle recycling craft for kids and adults alike! Upcycled Unicorn Planter List of Supplies: Plastic bottle Pencil Scissors Sharpie Glitter paper Acrylic paint Paint brush Instructions: Step -1: Wash, clean and … [Read more...]
Raspberry Cupcakes
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These raspberry cupcakes will take you back to summer time when you were a kid - eating raspberries by the handful, barefoot, and playing in the sunshine. They're so good, easy to make, and a real treat everyone is sure to love with a juicy, unexpected surprise inside. These will definitely be a favourite. Raspberry … [Read more...]
Fruit Slice Corner Bookmarks
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This easy summer paper craft for fruit slice corner bookmarks is so much fun! These sweet DIY bookmarks are perfect for summer reading. Fruit Slice Corner Bookmarks List of Supplies: Colored craft papers Pencil Scissors Craft glue Instructions: Step -1: Take a square paper (8 inches x 8 … [Read more...]
Crumpled Paper Sunflower Craft
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This Crumpled Paper Sunflower Craft is a fun summer craft for kids. The free printable sunflower template makes it an easy craft for anyone from preschoolers and up! Crumpled Paper Sunflower Craft List of Supplies: Colored craft papers Scissors Pencil Craft glue Popsicle stick or cardstock paper – for the stem sunflower … [Read more...]
Lemon Strawberry Cupcakes
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Looking for summer fresh cupcakes? This recipe for lemon strawberry cupcakes couldn't be more full of fresh summer flavours - featuring real strawberries and fresh squeezed lemons! Lemon Strawberry Cupcakes Ingredients: For the cupcakes: 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup vegetable oil Zest of one lemon Juice of one lemon 1 ¼ cup … [Read more...]
The Best Family Road Trip Games
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When it comes to planning a family road trip, many parents find themselves concerned with how they will entertain their children in the car. While part of the fun of a family road trip is the time spent together traveling to your destination, it is much more successful when everyone is entertained and having fun. Thankfully there are several family road trip games … [Read more...]
Easy Instant Pot Corned Beef Brisket
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This easy yet flavourful and tender corned beef brisket is made conveniently in the Instant Pot in no time! Easy Instant Pot Corned Beef Brisket Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 2 pounds of corned beef brisket packet of seasoning included 1 teaspoon of onion powder 1 teaspoon of garlic powder ½ teaspoon … [Read more...]
