Cream Cheese Pastry

Cream Cheese Pastry

Used in place of shortcrust pastry, Cream Cheese Pastry crust takes the flavour profile up a notch or two. It’s not only for pies or tarts but is delicious all on its own. It makes a loose, relaxed dough that won’t hold up under too much handling, but it’s perfect for...
Swiss Meringue Buttercream

Swiss Meringue Buttercream

Swiss Meringue Buttercream is a fabulous and less-sweet alternative to American Buttercream. It stays silky smooth and doesn’t form a crust. It’s my go-to recipe whether cupcakes are requested, or I’m making a knock-out cake. Endlessly versatile!...
Sugar Cookies

Sugar Cookies

We have Heather Baird at SprinkleBakes to thank for this excellent recipe. It’s perfect for cut-out cookies as the dough holds its shape beautifully. Whip up some Royal Icing and let your imagination soar. It’s a fun way to spend an afternooon, and kids...
Rough Puff Pastry

Rough Puff Pastry

Making traditional puff pastry can be a challenge. In fact, the Barefoot Contessa, aka Ina Gartner, says, “You don’t have to do everything from scratch. Nobody wants to make puff pastry!” I venture to suggest that Rough Puff might make her change her mind....
Butter Pastry

Butter Pastry

This is an all-purpose pastry, suitable for both sweet and savoury pies. If you only want to learn one method, this is a good one. It’s easy to work with and produces very consistent results: a crisp, delicious pastry that works as well for the bottom crust as...