A trio of nuts packs this brittle full of flavour. If you would like to have some traditional peanut brittle, just substitute 2 cups (500 mL) skinned roasted unsalted peanuts for the nuts.
The combination of sweet-tart apples and salty Cheddar cheese is a match made in heaven. The grated and diced apples in this moist quick bread are key to the bursting apple flavour and tender texture.
Most carrot muffins are basically small cakes loaded with oil and sugar. In our version, yogurt boosts the calcium content, while flaxseeds add beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and fibre. Brown butter adds a lovely flavour, but you can skip that first step and use oil instead, if desired.
With a hint of cinnamon, this is a delicious breakfast scone. If you like raisins or dried cranberries, add 1/2 cup (125 mL) after cutting in the butter.
You can substitute one of the following add-ins for the blueberries: raisins, dried cranberries, chocolate chips. Or make two kinds at once by dividing the batter between two bowls and adding 1/2 cup (125 mL) of different add-ins to each bowl.
There’s a lot to be said for simple baking done right – these banana muffins are nothing short of the fluffiest, softest muffins I have ever had. The streusel topping and chopped pecans add a crunchy element that will keep you coming back for more!
A chewy, buttery centre and a crisp edge make this the ultimate oatmeal cookie. Quick-cooking rolled oats are the key to the well-loved, homey texture, so be sure to avoid instant oats, which will cause the cookies to spread too much.
Studded with juicy pink rhubarb and topped with a crunchy nut streusel, this cake is perfect for spring brunch, snacktime or dessert.
Ginger lovers of the world unite to enjoy this rich, moist cake featuring dried and crystallized ginger. A dollop of ginger-accented whipped cream adds a touch of luxury.
This straightforward recipe for the classic cookie has been in Canadian Living's recipe archive for decades. For a larger cookie, simply double the amount of dough per cookie and increase the baking time by a couple of minutes.
