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Made with fresh blueberries, this Smash Cake recipe is easy, allergy-friendly, and made without added sugar. It has the most delish Blueberry Frosting, and you can bake the cakes a day ahead if needed. So yummy! This egg-free is an especially great option for kids with some allergies and it’s also just an easy smash cake to make if you have a kiddo who loves blueberries.   Ingredients You Need This cake includes whole grain flours, bananas, blueberries, and cinnamon for a flavorful, yet really simple cake. Here’s a look at what you’ll need for the recipe. Bananas: You’ll want them to be very ripe with lots of brown spots, which indicate sweetness. Whole wheat flour: This flour has nutrition and fiber but also absorbs moisture well so it helps the cake bake through well. Oat flour Baking powder and baking soda Cinnamon Butter: preferably with unsalted butter to control the level of salt in the cake. Blueberries: Fresh or frozen blueberries are stirred into the batter so they’re evenly distributed throughout the cake. TIP: This cake is a no-added-sugar so the natural sweetness from the fruit shines through.    Step-by-Step Instructions This smash cake is very easy to make, even if you aren’t a regular baker. Here’s a look at the steps involved. Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full info. Start with very ripe bananas. The browner they are, the sweeter they will be! Add to a blender and blend into a puree. Add to a medium bowl with the rest of the ingredients. Prepare your 6-inch cake pans by coating with nonstick spray and adding a round of parchment paper. This will ensure that the cakes come out of the pans easily once they are baked. Divide the batter between the pans. Bake and let cool in the pans.     How to Make Natural Frosting with Blueberries Here’s a look at the general process for making the blueberry frosting. Place the freeze dried fruit into a blender or spice grinder. Blend to make a fine powder. Add the rest of the ingredients and the powder to a medium bowl. Beat. Spread some of the frosting onto one cake. Top with the second cake and add more frosting on top. Frost the sides to finish.        

Our approach With a family’s backyard and surrounding neighbourhood as the backdrop for camp, we provide a safe and personalized alternative to crowded summer day camps. A weekly schedule is curated for a select group of 3-6 campers, based on their ages and interests. A certified educator or experienced camp counselor is matched and dedicated exclusively to the group. All Camp Leaders are CPR certified.     We offer Daily programming A 5 1⁄2 hour daily program is designed just for you and includes 5 main activity blocks: Art & Design, STEM & Nature, Sports & Water Play, Performing Arts and Wellness, as well as many special events and experiences.All supplies provided. See Program Example   Weekly themes An educational theme weaves a common thread through each activity. Featured themes include: ‘Lost In Space’ ‘Color Me Happy’ ‘Zootopia’ ‘Lights, Camera, Hollywood!’ ‘Green Thumb, Green Planet’ and more.   Badge-system At the end of each week, the group reflects on and recognizeseach camper with treats and badges, honoring the skills acquiredand behaviours demonstrated towards their peers.   Special Events We mix up the regular schedule with activities that not onlyfoster new skills and collaboration, but turn up the fun! • Luau Lemonade Stand• Gone Camping• Carnival Games• Camp’s Got Talent show• ‘Amazing Race’ scavenger hunt• Themed Celebrations & Costumes  

This four ingredient toffee recipe is the perfect Valentine’s Day sweet treat! Topped with sprinkles, this is an incredibly easy toffee that you’ll crave for every special occasion. Why You’ll Love this Valentine’s Toffee It’s fun and festive It’s amazing! If you’ve had it, you’ll know why it’s such a crowd pleaser! Foolproof You don’t need a candy thermometer Valentine’s Day Toffee Ingredients Saltine Crackers – Salted, to create the toffee base. You can also use Ritz Crackers, Club Crackers or Graham Crackers. Butter – Salted or unsalted, your preference, keeping in mind that the crackers are salted. Brown Sugar – Combines with butter to make the rich toffee layer. Chocolate Chips – Use your favorite including milk chocolate, semi-sweet, dark or white chocolate. Sprinkles – Have fun with it! The more festive, the better!