Donatello is a great cook, but he doesn’t know how to bake. This would not be a problem, except that he is also a cookie monster. He quickly devours every batch of cookies I, Meinhilde, and Ryan bake and none of us can keep up. I decided to show him how to bake his own treats. To make it easier […]
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Cinnamon Apple Streusel Coffee Cake
I love coffee cakes. There’s something that’s so casual, comforting, and homey about them – like a warm hug. Even better when they have a crunchy streusel topping. This cake is adapted from a recipe I used to make as a tween, something quick to whip up when my parents had guests over for coffee (a […]
Decadently Dense Walnut Brownies
If you have ever searched for the perfect dense, squidgy brownie, this is it. I can’t abide by cakey brownies – just eat a bloody chocolate sheet cake! The texture of these brownies are accurately reflected in the title – they are indeed decadently dense, squidgy and gooey. These brownies are immensely chocolatey because they […]
Zucchini Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
This recipe is great for using overripe bananas and leftover summer zucchinis. The little flecks of green might seem strange at first but after one bite of this mini bundt, you’ll want to gobble it all up! Zucchini Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Author: Kiku Corner Recipe type: Quick bread Serves: 12 mini bundts Prep […]
Concord Grape Pie
Apple pie. Peach pie. Strawberry rhubarb pie. Yes, they’re delicious, but also quite common. I’m not the biggest fan of pie, or of fruity desserts in general, but this grape pie is special and delicious enough to make me a convert! Toronto is close to the Niagara region of Ontario where it’s warm enough […]