Dr Seuss Party Ideas – Cookies, Favors

Seuss Party Cookie Ideas

Two of my children have birthdays coming up and I have to admit that I’ve slacked a bit on the planning. My son wants something different for his party each time I ask him, so I’m considering just doing a Dr. Seuss party for him. That way I can cover a lot of his favorite… read more »

Easy Bunny Cupcake Candy Toppers – Tutorial

Candy Bunny Cupcake Topper

Aren’t these Cupcake Toppers adorable?  These little bunnies are made from candy and are totally edible (and yummy!).  Learn how to make your own candy toppers below. Make numbers, initials, shapes, animals and more! It’s super easy and the result is adorable. All you need are a few supplies and you’re ready to make your… read more »

Adorable Mini Pastel Cupcakes – Recipe

Mini Pastel Cupcakes

I made these tiny cupcakes for Easter and they’ve been a huge hit! Those little holders are the same size as little ketchup cups in restaurants. (See note below about the cups.) They’re so tiny and so cute! .   Aren’t they cute? They’re bite size, adorable and so delicious!      CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS Boxed… read more »

Spring Flowers Cookie – Recipe

Spring Flowers Cookies - Recipe

It’s almost Spring, so it’s time to start making gorgeous, bright cookies! Here are some fun Spring Flower Cookies I made:     Spring Flowers Cookie Recipe   This recipe is one of my favorites to use with cookie cutters. The dough doesn’t spread during baking. . Cookie Ingredients • 6 cups flour • 3 tsp. baking powder • 2… read more »

50 St. Patrick’s Day Recipes – Sweets, Treats, Desserts

50 St. Patrick's Day Recipes

  1.  Caramel and Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Treats by Love From the Oven 2. Chocolate Mint Thumbprints by Betty Crocker 3. Mini Mint Cheesecake Shamrocks by Created by Diane 4. Mint Cookie Cupcakes by Pleasant Home 5. Lucky Charms Cupcakes by Just Call Me Maria 6. Lucky Leprechaun Cookie Bark by Your Home Based Mom 7. Shamrock… read more »

St Patrick’s Day Recipes – Sweets, Treats, Desserts

St. Patrick's Day Recipes - Sweets, Treats, Desserts

  St Patrick’s Day Recipes – Sweets, Treats, Desserts   Since I started later than I’d planned with my Valentine’s Day baking, I’m getting the jump on St. Patrick’s Day! Here are some amazing recipes that I found that I’d love to try: 1.  Chocolate Covered Oreos – Love From the Oven 2.  Chocolate Mint… read more »

101 Cupcakes – Amazing Recipes

101 Cupcake Recipes

  Who doesn’t love to bake cupcakes? I’ve been saving lots of these amazing recipes to try and thought you all might like to try them too!   101 Awesome Cupcakes   1. Chocolate Cherry Cola 2. Margarita 3. Salted Caramel Chocolate 4. Vanilla with Honey Cream Cheese Frosting 5. Mountain Dew Cupcakes 6. Heart Surprise Inside 7. York Peppermint… read more »

Nutella Recipe Round Up – World Nutella Day

Nutella Recipe Round Up

February 5, 2013 is World Nutella Day!   If you love the yummy chocolate hazelnut spread like we do, you know there’s cause for celebration. I’ve joined with friends Angela from About A Mom and Linette from The Kid’s Fun Review for this fun recipe round up. You’ll find our favorite recipes and have the chance to… read more »

How to Make Swirled Cupcake Frosting – Tutorial

How to Make Swirled Cupcake Frosting - Tutorial

If you love the look of swirled frosting on cupcakes, here is a quick way to get the look without much effort.     Swirled Cupcake Frosting   1. Prepare cupcake frosting and set to the side in a bowl. Make sure that the frosting is thick enough to stay in shape. If not, add… read more »

Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting – Recipe Tutorial

Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are so delicious and are easy to make!     Strawberry Filled Cupcakes & Cream Cheese Frosting   CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS Boxed white cake mix (I used Betty Crocker Super Moist White) 3 Large Eggs 1/2 cup melted butter (not margarine) 1 cup of water STRAWBERRY FILLING INGREDIENTS… read more »