Can I get an “amen” for hearty, chewy, and densely delightful cookies? While I have a wide assortment of cookie recipes here, and of course never say no to variety, I very regularly opt for a biscuit that feels more like a meal than a delicate nibble. I find them so satisfying AND they really do make fantastic prep foods for grab-and-go treats…
Read moreLemon Lavender Shortbread (gluten-free, refined sugar-free)
Lavender is one of my favourite things on earth. It’s one of my favourite smells, one of my favourite flavours, even one of my favourite colours! It reminds me of the times I’ve spent in France, and in the summer, tending to the lavender bushes in my yard sends me into utter bliss. But it’s not just a sensory delight for me - lavender is one of the most powerful and diverse herbal healers...
Read moreMaple Pecan Cookies
Oh maple-pecan, you classically scrumptious combo. What’s not so scrumptious is the refined flour and sugar that you’re often paired with. Not today! I have you mixed with some healthy fats, blood sugar balancing spices, and gluten-free flours to yield the most delectable little cookies...
Read moreRecovery Cookies
Wanting to make some grain-free, dairy-free treats, that also worked to reduce inflammation and aid in tissue recovery from the wounds of the C-section, I constructed my client some anti-inflammatory recovery cookies, and man are they tasty! My client even mentioned to me that they were the perfect thing to munch on during those middle-of-the-night feedings when baby is needing a snack of his own...
Read moreTahini Cardamom Cookies with Cranberries and Pistachios
I’m a sucker for Mediterranean and middle eastern flavours. Maybe it’s because my mom was born in Jerusalem and I visit Israel often and die over the food there every time I go. Maybe it’s because I have many Persian friends who are constantly showering me with their delicious creations. Or maybe it’s just because things like dates, honey, tahini, rose water, and the vast array of spices utilized in eastern cuisine are insanely delicious AND incredibly good for you...
Read moreButter Pecan Bars
Here’s a holiday treat that is safe for the GF folks in your life (you might be included in this), but so yummy the non-GF people won’t mind…or even notice! No, they’re not dairy-free if that’s a concern for you, and yes, there’s a hefty serving of sweeteners like coconut palm sugar and maple syrup terrible for blood sugar control, but as long as you’re using quality ingredients, and only having a small piece, the harm is arguably minimal. And in all honestly, if you can avoid the refined sugar, refined flour, chemical-laden, shit-storm that consumes so many people’s lives at this time of year, you’re doing alright in my books...
Read moreChewy Chocolate Chunk Walnut Cookies (grain-free, refined sugar-free)
There comes a time in every chef or home-cook's life when they feel truly accomplished. When they feel complete. When they can hang up their apron, turn off the oven, and sleep soundly knowing they have fulfilled their purpose in life. When they make, the PERFECT chocolate chip cookie. Friends, I feel I have done just that.
Read moreThumbprint Jam Cookies (gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free)
Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, ginger molasses…when thinking about the classic cookie staples, there’s one more that always comes to mind: thumbprint jam cookies! Why? Well the rich cookie base, and that sweet jam center are a serious recipe for delight...
Read moreKitchen Sink Cookies
Because I experiment so much in the kitchen, I’m constantly accumulating a variety of ingredients in obscure quantities. I find when the fridge is getting a little too full, the best (and tastiest) thing to do is make a batch of cookies with everything in them but the kitchen sink. Healthy and easily modified to suit various dietary needs, these cookies are serious crowd pleasers and can be frozen and re-heated for when those unexpected guests pop in for some tea and a treat...
Read moreSatsuma Ginger Molasses Cookies
Forever in search of the perfect chewy ginger cookie recipe, I was constantly experimenting with flavours and ingredient ratios. Until I made these little gems thanks to an over abundance of satsumas in my kitchen during the holiday season. The subtle orange hint adds both moisture and zing, perfectly complimented by the hit of fresh ginger – a must in my opinion when making ginger molasses cookies...
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