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“Delicious! Reminds me of my honeymoon trip to Cape Breton 41 years ago.”

— Ben M.

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Effie’s Homemade products are a unique line of baked goods rooted in traditional family recipes. Crisp and lightly sweetened, enjoy Effie’s Oatcakes and Corncakes as a biscuit with tea…a cracker with cheese…a cookie as a light and tasty snack.

effie's oatcakes Oatcakes
Effie’s Oatcakes are a 4th generation family recipe with origins in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Crisp, lightly sweetened, with a nutty flavor, oatcakes are a perfect snack any time of day. Learn more.

Oatcakes Single Serve
We are now offering Effie’s Oatcakes in convenient single serve packaging. A great addition to a boxed lunch!

Corncakes
Inspired by regional recipes of the Americas - cornmeal flatbreads, corn pones, johnnycakes – Effie’s Corncakes are crisp tea biscuits with a homey, toasted corn flavor and a hint of anise. Learn more.

Biscuits and Cheese?
Heck YES! We all know Oatcakes and Corncakes are great on their own, but did you know that they are great paired up with your favorite cheese? Try them in the following combinations:

Oatcakes:

In the morning with tea and jam
As an hors d’oeuvre with sharp cheeses (try blue cheese, sharp cheddars)
Alongside your favorite ice cream
After dinner with port, sherry or single malt scotch

Corncakes:

In the morning with coffee or tea
As an hors d’oeuvre with artisan cheeses (we love goat or triple crème cheeses)
With fresh fruit and an after dinner drink