Jan Scott

Jan Scott Food Editor at SavvyMom
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Jan Scott is a well-known Canadian cookbook author, food writer, and the creator of Family Bites, a popular blog devoted to family-focused recipes and easy-to-execute entertaining and party ideas. She’s been the food editor for SavvyMom.ca since 2011, and has had essays and articles published in a variety of print and online publications. Prior to making the transition to food writing, she worked for a private catering company for eight years. Her first book, Gatherings: Bringing People Together with Food was shortlisted for the 2015 Taste Canada Food Writing Awards in the Best General Cookbook category. Jan lives in Toronto, with her husband and their three sons.

Kit Kat Birthday Cake Recipe - SavvyMom

Kit Kat Birthday Cake

By Jan Scott / April 11, 2024

This fun Kit Kat cake is perfect for all occasions—and for those who are less than confident about their cake decorating skills.

Ham and Cheese Muffins

By Jan Scott / April 6, 2024

These ham and cheese muffins are a protein-packed bundle that work well for any age group. Serve for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Orange Vanilla Yogurt Waffles Recipe - SavvyMom

Orange Vanilla Yogurt Waffles

By Jan Scott / April 5, 2024

Make a single or double batch of this vanilla orange yogurt waffles recipe, and freeze the ones you don’t eat for another day.

Batch Cooking Breakfast - SavvyMom

Batch Cooking for Breakfast

By Jan Scott / April 5, 2024

Batch cooking works for mornings, too. Here’s how, plus one of our favourite batch-breakfast recipes.

Sweet Oatmeal Carrot Cookies Recipe - SavvyMom

Sweet Carrot Cookies

By Jan Scott / March 26, 2024

These oatmeal carrot cookies are hearty and wholesome, and would also be perfect for sharing over Easter weekend, which will be here before we know it.

a fun april fools day prank for kids

An Adorable Idea for April Fool’s Day with Kids

By Jan Scott / March 25, 2024

Do like the French do and celebrate April Fool’s Day with kids with this sweet and harmless prank.

Easy Easter Table Decor - SavvyMom

3 Easy Easter Table Décor Ideas

By Jan Scott / March 23, 2024

Easy and inexpensive Easter table top decor ideas.

Baked Maple and Citrus Glazed Ham Recipe - SavvyMom

Maple and Citrus Glazed Ham

By Jan Scott / March 14, 2024

There is nothing easier to serve to a large crowd than a baked ham. Make it a maple and citrus glazed ham and you’ll be a bigger star than the Easter Bunny!

Hot Cross Cookies Recipe - SavvyMom

Hot Cross Cookies

By Jan Scott / March 7, 2024

Was there anything more disappointing than biting into a hot cross bun? These hot cross buns in cookie form are delightfully delicious. They’re sure to be a hit with your entire family this Easter.

Sweet Potato & Split Pea Soup Recipe - SavvyMom

Sweet Potato and Split Pea Soup

By Jan Scott / February 24, 2024

This sweet potato and split pea soup will warm them up with a hearty goodness that has a tasty balance of sweet and savoury flavours