However, culturally, if baked goods have a season, this is probably it. This is the time of year when people want to curl up with some good comfort food. As it gets colder outside and we spend more time indoors, having the oven on for a few hours with sweet smells trickling out seems like a perfect way to spend the afternoon. Though it’s still sunny and warm as I write this, the holidays are fast approaching, and to me that means sharing lots of food with friends and family. Many of us have special recipes or favorite treats that we only eat at certain holidays. We could make or buy these items other times of the year, but then they wouldn’t seem so special.

Of course, many of us don’t have time to stay home and bake all the yummy goodies we’re craving. Not to worry, the Co-op bakers will be making some great new items to help you celebrate the season. The breakfast pastry selection is changing to reflect the traditional flavors of fall. Apple Cheddar Scones are back, we’re also making Cinnamon Oat Scones, which go great with a Spicy Cowgirl Chocolate Mocha. If you need to jump-start your morning, try a Best Day Ever Muffins — these muffins are so full of fruits and seeds that you’re bound to have the best day ever!

Whole pies with your favorite fall filling will be available for the months to come. We’ll keep making Classic Apple and Pear and also begin offering Pumpkin, Sweet Potato Ginger and Maple Pecan. We have an exciting new layer cake flavor debuting this month. Our Applesauce Spice Cake is a nice option when you want something sweet but not too rich. It highlights the flavors of cinnamon, allspice, cloves and nutmeg in an oat flour-based cake covered in our fabulous cream cheese frosting. This cake is one of our “Pretty Darn Gluten Free” options, but I encourage everyone to give it a try — it’s truly delicious.