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Raspberry Frosted Lemon Cookies make the perfect springtime treat full of citrus and berries. The frosting is naturally coloured and flavoured with raspberry powder and the soft, buttery cookies have fresh lemon zest for lots of flavour. These would be a great treat to make …
This delightful coffeecake is reminiscent of summer with a wild blueberry jam filling. The light, fluffy cake is then topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel. Serve this Blueberry Crumble Coffeecake as a decadent brunch item or save it for dessert! What do I need to …
Hi everyone! Sorry it’s been so long since I’ve posted a new recipe! I intended to get these Pumpkin Oat Breakfast Cookies out a few weeks ago, but since I’m back to working full time AND back in school, it’s been a little crazy around …
This delightful coffeecake encompasses the flavours of spring with a fresh strawberry rhubarb jam filling. The light, fluffy cake is then topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel. Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake can be served as an indulgent breakfast or enjoyed as delicious dessert throughout the …
Eggless Cinnamon Raisin Bread is soft and fluffy, filled with plump, juicy raisins, and has a buttery, cinnamon sugar swirl throughout. Enjoy it toasted with peanut butter or use it to make a delicious eggless French toast! What do I need to make Eggless Cinnamon …
Orange-Raisin Irish Soda Bread is a light, buttery bread bursting with juicy raisins. The unexpected orange essence gives it a lovely mild sweetness. Enjoy it with some Irish butter and a hot cup of tea for the perfect springtime treat! What do I need to …
Having family friends on the east coast meant that Vermont was always a favorite vacation spot for my family. On one of the trips when I was seven or eight, our friends made some delicious, egg free gingerbread cookies that were safe for me. A …
The title of this post may seem a little contradictory–Egg-Free Brioche Buns? Brioche is a type of French bread containing milk, butter, and eggs. However, since I can’t eat eggs, I set out to make a version that retains the light, fluffiness of brioche minus …
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are all commonly associated with fall baking, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy them all year round! Especially in these Spiced Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. They make a wonderful springtime treat as we pull out of winter. The …
A good cornbread goes a long way. Pair it with soup, chili, salads, meat or really any main dish and it will be delicious. Or it can be enjoyed on it’s own with a little butter, honey, and some fresh fruit. The possibilities are endless …
When asked what my all-time favorite treat is, I’d have to say cinnamon rolls. They’re sweet, gooey, buttery, and so delicious! When I took my first trip to Toronto and stumbled upon a vegan and nut-free bake shop, my life was forever changed. Never before …
Somehow despite COVID, football season has carried on. Even though we aren’t having the big tailgate parties that we used to, it can still be fun to make some delicious game-day dips to enjoy with the family. The all-time favorite dip in our house is …
Growing up, my favorite dessert was chocolate “crazy cake”. Also known as “wacky cake” or “depression cake”, it’s free of milk, eggs, and butter because these were scarce during the Great Depression. It’s a perfect recipe for me because I don’t have to worry about …
Would summer really be complete without a fresh berry dessert? I think not. Especially when it’s paired with tangy lemon! Berries are one of the things I look forward to most about summer, so I like to take advantage of them as much as I …
To add to the ever-growing list of banana recipes here on Roots & Rosemary, I recently created a new variation–Vegan Blueberry Banana Muffins. They’re tender and moist with a hint of fruity sweetness. These muffins make for a perfect summer mid-morning snack by incorporating fresh, …
In need of an unbelievably simple, guaranteed crowd pleasing dessert? This Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake is your perfect solution. I know there aren’t many crowds to please these days, but hopefully there will be soon. Until then, if you give this recipe a try, your …
Looking for the perfect grilled cheese bread? Or just a delicious loaf to devour for any occasion? Because this Savoury Herb Swirl Bread is a great solution! It’s light and fluffy and swirled with butter and herbs. Plus it’s very versatile and could easily be …
Like everyone else on Earth, I’m a bit quarantined right now. Other than going to work for a couple hours to take care of animals, going to the grocery store, or going for a walk, I’ve been staying put. Naturally, that means I have some …
Recently I posted a recipe for Orange-Raisin Irish Soda Bread which is one of my favorite things to bake in the spring. It’s not only quick and easy, but delicious while still being pretty healthy. Today I’m sharing a variation of that recipe with these …
Pi Day You may be wondering why I’m posting a recipe for pumpkin pie in March. Normally, I wouldn’t do that, but then I realized tomorrow is Pi Day. I try not get into all those silly made up holidays (e.g. National Pizza Day, National …
Peanut butter seems like it should be healthy, right? But have you ever read the ingredients? Most peanut butter is filled with added sugar and trans fats! Even if the nutrition facts states “0g trans fat” or it says “0g trans fat per serving” on …
Hi everyone! I hope you all enjoyed a joyous Christmas this past week! If you’re like me and LOVE Christmas and never want it to end, here’s a classic Christmas cookie recipe to keep the festivities going: Andes Candies Cookies! These soft little cookies are …
This weekend, I collaborated with my sister from Lauren and the Foreign and Stolen Smoked Rum to create these Spiced Banana Rum Cookies. The recipe was inspired by Bunner’s Bakeshop, my favorite bakery in downtown Toronto. They are totally vegan and gluten free and since …
As I was making Vegan Blueberry Orange Bread this weekend, I was having a hard time trying to figure out what time of year it’s best suited for. After all, blueberries are a summer fruit and citrus is winter. But then I remembered that this …
I’m not sure what took me so long, but just a few months ago I discovered that coffee is actually really good! Back in first and second grade, my school had Friday cooking classes. Well one fateful week, the recipe was coffee milkshakes. All it …
Hi everyone! It’s finally spring, but remember way back around Christmastime when I shared a recipe for Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake? Instead of a standard graham cracker crust, I always like to use cookie crumbles, so I wanted to share my favorite recipe for Oatmeal Chocolate …
A good buttermilk biscuit recipe is an essential staple for any kitchen repertoire. They are a perfect side for soups and casseroles, but are also delicious on their own with butter and a drizzle of honey. Today’s recipe is a little different from the classic …