Desserts

By Sari Huhtala

These sweet blueberry cluster treats are reminiscent of Brookside blueberry acai chocolates, without the refined sugars, polyglycerol polyricinoleate, malic acid and maltodextrin. They make a perfect summertime guilt-free treat that gives a burst of flavour, with a … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

I’ve made a lot of healthy birthday cakes in my time, but this one has officially won the hearts of all my family members. With a delicate hint of roses and cardomom, this cake, made with ground … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Biting into one of these truffles you would never guess its main ingredient is a fruiting veggie that is stacked with vitamin A, C, potassium and fibre.

I was trying to come up with new ways to … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

These little truffle bites are jammed with all things healthy, making them a perfect holiday treat for those who want to stay on track with holistic eating this season.  Packed with healthy fats that promote satiety, they … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

No time to bake a batch of gingerbread this season? Looking for healthier alternatives to traditional gingerbread? These two-ingredient gingerbread bites satisfy the craving for the spices of the season, while keeping holistic and healthy top of … [More...]

By Kathy Smart, RNC

Yes, you read correct. Chocolate truffles made with avocado. You need to try this to believe it!

Makes 24 truffles

• 2 ripe avocados
• 10 ounces of dark chocolate chips (at least 70%)
• 4 tablespoons of coconut

By Kathy Smart, RNC

Serves 12

Pecan Pie. My dad’s favourite. Also, it was my grandfather’s. My dad often tells the story of his dad adding maple syrup and heaps of ice cream and then brown sugar on top of … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

“Yes, you can have a fudgesicle at breakfast,” is what you might find yourself saying to the kids after you make these little morsels filled with healthy fat for the brain. They can even be frozen in … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

This recipe for homemade chocolate “turtles” is a spinoff of a chocolate date bar that was featured in Alive and Fit last year. I created it one day thinking about how to use up some leftover pecans, … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

If you’re a fan of Nestle crunch bars, you’ll appreciate a healthy twist on this candy bar. You can make it in a matter of minutes, and it’s not only yummy, but wholesome goodness for your brain … [More...]