Before red velvet cake was all the rage, there was the Jos Louis cake sandwich—a beloved lunchbox staple and Canada’s humble red velvet predecessor. This full-sized marshmallow-laden, milk chocolate covered rendition does not disappoint.

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Considered the ‘turkducken’ of desserts, this chocolate cake with a whole pumpkin pie baked inside is a fun way to surprise your guests with a double dose of dessert.

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Imagine this adorable (and edible) pair of lumberjacks at Jack and Jill party. Pair with these playful plaid cookies for a cute Canadian sweets spread.

A unique blend of spirited Canadian whiskies imbues each bite of Alberta Whisky Cake with a distinctly Canadian flavour.

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Buckle is a Maritimes favourite during blueberry season. The name comes from its classic crumble topping, which gets encased by blueberries and buckles as it bakes.

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Whether you're pro-raisins or purely a pecan fan, a party isn’t really a party without butter tarts. Impress the butter tart lovers in your life with an incredibly indulgent cheesecake, topped with a sticky, caramel butter tart filling and salty, crunchy pecans. Sub the nuts for raisins if that’s your jam.

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When it comes to Canadiana and maple, things can get a little predictable. But the upside down apples and gently spiced batter in this cake provide an unexpected and delicious platform for our internationally beloved liquid gold.

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Turn that old sweet tray favourite into a frozen decadent True North dessert by layering the traditional base and custard filling with ice cream, then topping it off with chocolate.

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This French-Canadian classic, traditionally served during the holiday season, is the perfect mix of festive embellishments and buttercream frosting. As far as holiday cakes go, what more could you ask for?

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You’d be hard-pressed to find a chocolate bar more Canadian than the iconic Coffee Crisp. By combining rich coffee icing with crisp wafers and chocolate glaze, this cake breathes jumbo-sized life into a national favourite.

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We grow a lot of cranberries in Canada. Not only are they native to the Atlantic provinces, the country is also the second largest Cranberry producer in the world. You might think cranberry desserts are only for the holidays, but this patriotic layer cake with white chocolate frosting and a mountain of red berries is versatile and delicious any time of year.

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This tasty autumn apple cake has morsels of fresh Canadian fall apples, with the bonus of each piece injected with rich caramel sauce.

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Not all Canadians identify with the stereotypical lumberjack, but this cake’s edible plaid pattern, chocolate tree bark and rich fondant icing will tempt even the slickest of city slickers to roll up their sleeves and dig in.

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During the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush, Canadian settlers carried miniature bags of sourdough starter around their necks, since conventional leavenings like yeast and baking soda couldn’t stand up to the harsh weather. These miniature cakes pay homage to sourdough’s travelling history in the form of a perfectly modern snack.

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This fun, doughnut-inspired maple cake is certainly a unique treat for any party — just finish with sprinkles and enjoy!

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