Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Gluten-Free Peach Crumble Squares

These peach crumble squares are the perfect end-of-summer dessert. Filled with delicious fresh peaches, I made this recipe gluten-free, dairy-free and low in granulated sugar. For the base and topping, I used a combination of fine almond, oat and brown rice flours, as well as plant-based butter. The result is a tender crust and topping […]

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Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Black Bean Brownies

America’s favourite chocolate treat, the brownie, is loved for its fudgy consistency and rich taste. These chocolate brownies have a fudgy texture but are not overly gooey. They hold together nicely, they melt in your mouth and they are as decadent as a brownie should be. You can eat them with your fingers or with […]

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Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Pecan squares

Less sweet than traditional pecan pie, these plant-based pecan squares are a healthy yet decadent dessert that you can make during the festive season. Great with a cup of coffee or tea, one square will satisfy a sweet tooth. From topping to base, I made these squares as healthy as I possibly could without compromising […]

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Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Fantastic French Canadian Date Squares

Here’s something easy to make during the holiday season: date squares. These wholesome date squares are good for you, so much so that you will want to have one for breakfast. And that’s OK! My French Canadian grandmothers used to make date squares and back then, they were a hit. Today, they still are, especially among Canadians. […]

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