Heather Young

Red Ribbon Date Squares

These squares won first prize at a local fair, which is quite a feat given the established bakers in our rural community. My amazing mother-in-law inspired me to make them the first time, she is an inspiration in so many ways – not just when it comes to date squares. This is one of thoseContinue reading “Red Ribbon Date Squares”

Crème Brûlée for 12

This is the dessert we had at our last dinner party before COVID. Before so many things changed. What hasn’t changed is that crème brûlée is one of my favourite things ever. Ever. Just ask my husband (I’m terrible at sharing). Crème Brûlée for 12 Heat oven to 300 degrees. Bring a kettle or potContinue reading “Crème Brûlée for 12”

Rice Krispie Granola Squares

These aren’t granola bars, but aren’t Rice Krispie squares either – they’re my attempt to create a quick and easy homemade granola bar that doesn’t have a thousand steps and isn’t really a dessert either. You can change the fruit, nuts, etc, but if you change the cereal, it may not turn out quite rightContinue reading “Rice Krispie Granola Squares”

Apple Crisp

This apple crisp is healthy enough for breakfast and indulgent enough for dessert – especially with cream or ice cream. I only bake with Cortland Apples, and I often add blueberries, pears, or a few cranberries. Change it up based on what you have and what you crave! I’ve used demerera sugar here, it’s myContinue reading “Apple Crisp”