Ingredients Matter
Variety in the diet is a good thing, we believe that applies to baking as well. A plethora of different flours from grains, vegetables and seeds go into our creations. Everything we offer is high in fibre and sweetened in moderation, so the flavours of the ingredients shine through!
We're Serious About Our Pantry
At VNB, we do not use any gluten-containing flour (from wheat, barely or rye), and instead focus on a variety of wonderful grains like buckwheat, brown rice, sweet rice, Canadian GF Oats (glyphosate-free) and fibre-rich sorghum, along with a variety of seeds, coconut, tapioca and non-GMO potato starch. We freshly grind some of our flour in house and many of our ingredients are organic and local!
We focus on fibre to help balance carbohydrates and sugars in the diet. Each VNB recipe includes whole grains and/or seeds like chia, flax, pumpkin, and sunflower, providing a natural source of fibre and healthy fats.In addition, we only bake with heat-safe fats including extra virgin olive oil, organic coconut oil and butter.
We avoid using xanthan gum due to its highly processed nature, and instead opt for more natural binders like seeds and eggs. This contributes to the rustic look and texture of our breads!
For sweeteners we choose unrefined organic cane sugar and brown cane sugar, as well as organic maple syrup and raw honey. We always sweeten our treats in moderation so the flavours of the ingredients shine through.
We use all-natural nut butters, including peanut butter, almond butter, and sunflower seed butter. Our eggs come from free-run hens in Langley, and we use premium Belgian chocolate and cocoa powder. We also prioritize sustainability by choosing eco-friendly paper packaging whenever possible, and our parchment paper is made with natural vegetable wax.
Because we use nuts and seeds in many of our products we cannot accommodate for nut or seed allergies. Please inquire about any other allergy concerns you may have.
It is a pleasure baking for you!
- VNB