White Chocolate, Raspberry & Macadamia Scones
We used a round cutter for these decadent scones but try cutting them with a heart-shaped cutter for a Valentine’s Day or wedding anniversary breakfast. Makes 12 scones Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 25 to 30 minutes INGREDIENTS 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder ½ tsp fine […]
Maple Bacon Scones
Two classic Canadian flavours combine in these sweet-savoury scones. Serve them warm for brunch, or with an afternoon cup of tea or coffee. Makes 12 scones Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 12 to 14 minutes SCONES RECIPE INGREDIENTS 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ⅓ cup firmly packed golden yellow sugar 2 ½ tsp […]
Pancake Mix-in-a-Jar
This easy mix is the perfect gift for the pancake-lover in your life. It’s also great to have on hand for when you want to whip up a quick batch of pancakes. Makes about 3 cups pancake mix; enough for about twenty-four 4-inch pancakes Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: about 4 minutes per batch […]
Peanut Butter–Banana Pancakes
These fluffy pancakes are bursting with the flavours of bananas and peanut butter. A stack of these drizzled in syrup is just what we crave on a lazy Saturday morning. We like these topped with extra bananas and peanut butter chips, but serve with your favourite pancakes fixings, if you prefer. Makes about sixteen 4-inch […]
Peach & Pecan French Toast
Could French toast get any more decadent? If you find cutting the pockets in the bread slices difficult, pop the bread slices in the freezer for 20 minutes first. The slightly frozen bread will slice more cleanly. Makes 4 servings Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: about 6 minutes per batch INGREDIENTS 1 pkg […]
Tropical Granola
You can substitute any of your favorite dried fruit in this easy granola, but we love the tropical flavors of pineapple and banana. Serve this with Greek yogurt or milk. Makes about 8 ½ cups Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 35 to 40 minutes INGREDIENTS 2 ½ cups rolled oats 1 ½ cups […]
Breakfast Fruit Pastries
Flaky, buttery and bursting with jam, these little hand-held pies taste way better than any you’ll find in your grocery store. The pastries freeze well, so they’re ideal to make ahead to reheat for a quick breakfast on the go. Makes 9 pastries Prep time: 30 minutes Chilling time: at least 1 hour, 15 minutes […]
DARK CHOCOLATE–PECAN WHOLE-WHEAT PANCAKES
Try dousing these pancakes with maple syrup or melted dark chocolate. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 2 cups white whole-wheat or whole-wheat flour 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups plain unsweetened coconut milk, canned or refrigerated beverage 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons safflower oil, plus extra for cooking […]
COCONUT FRENCH TOAST WITH TROPICAL FRUIT
Here, coconut cream and a tropical fruit salad enhance a rum-infused French toast. SERVES 4 (MAKES 12 SLICES) INGREDIENTS 2 cups diced pineapple 1 cup diced kiwi 1 cup diced mango or papaya 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk beverage 3 large eggs 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, plus extra for serving 2 tablespoons white […]
FRENCH TOAST WITH CINNAMON AND VANILLA
Serve with fresh berries and extra maple syrup. If you like, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F and keep cooked French toast warm while you finish preparing the dish. A serrated knife makes quick work of slicing the challah bread. SERVES 4 (MAKES 12 SLICES) INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups plain unsweetened cashew milk […]