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A Bakery-Style Recipe Inspired by Crusty Bun Bakery in Winnipeg There’s something undeniably special about European pastries, and one that holds a cherished place in German baking is the Mandelhörnchen—or German Almond Horns. These delicate, crescent-shaped cookies are made from soft, almond-rich dough, coated in crunchy almonds, and dipped in […]
Maybe it’s my European upbringing, but to me, these are hands down my favourite cookies. I grew up on shortbread cookies and Baci di Dama could be considered shortbread due their rich, buttery and crumbly texture. However, they differ slightly from traditional shortbread due to ingredient variation (such as nuts) […]
There’s something magical about rolled sugar cookies. They are buttery, soft, and a blank canvas for creativity. Thanks to online shopping, grabbing essentials like meringue powder has never been easier. Sure, powdered sugar icing is tempting for its simplicity, but royal icing made with meringue powder takes your cookies to […]
Canadian butter tarts are a beloved holiday classic and a nostalgic favorite for many. For my husband, these gooey, sweet treats bring back cherished memories of childhood, where butter tarts made their appearance as a special treat during family gatherings. This recipe combines a flaky, homemade crust with a rich […]
Just the most beloved cookies in our household. Delicious!
I absolutely adore these cookies. Big flavours in these tiny little tender shortbread gems!
Might just be the best thing I’ve ever baked!
So lately I’ve been trying to focus on narrowing down our favourite recipes. Rather than having hundreds of favourites, making the top 20-30 “family favourites” and making them more often, and as a result creating memories/traditions around those recipes. I definitely was hoping French Macarons wouldn’t be that family favourite. […]