Do you know someone that loves to knit? Here is a cake that they would really love. This whimsical cake would be perfect for a knitter’s birthday or for a knitting party. Louise at the Cake Journal shows you how to create this cake from the knitting needles for decoration to the cake balls of yarn … Read More ...
Archives for June 2016
Cookie Hives with Strawberries
photo credit: Every Cake You Bake
Have you ever watched a bee flutter around the flowers? I love hearing the buzzing and watching it float from flower to flower. These cute cookie hives with strawberries will look beautiful at a garden party or outdoor bridal shower. They would also look cute at at Pooh Bear themed baby shower.
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Fresh Strawberry Frosting
photo credit: Barefeet in the Kitchen
Summer and strawberries go hand in hand! I love fresh strawberries and I’m excited to try this frosting created with fresh strawberries. Mary from Barefeet in the Kitchen created this frosting and I like her idea of eating it with graham crackers too. Brings back memories of eating leftover frosting sandwiched between graham crackers.… Read More ...
Pineapple Sugar Cookies
The pineapple, a symbol of welcome and hospitality. A great way to welcome new neighbors into the neighborhood would be to give them a plate of pineapple sugar cookies. These would also work well for a beach themed party or anyone that shares the love of pineapples like Truc at Treats.
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Chocolate Sea Shells
Sea shells by the sea shore… These beautiful chocolates will be a great addition to a sea themed shower, party, birthday, or wedding. These would be a great DIY for brides that are trying to save some money. You could create these as parting gifts for your guests. Beth at Hungry Happenings takes you step by step on creating these … Read More ...
Lucky Charms Ice Cream Pops
General Mills has done a great job with removing dyes, artificial flavors, and providing more gluten-free options to the consumers. One of those cereals is Lucky Charms and Guistina from Domestically Blissful has created a ice cream pop covered in them. What a sweet treat to cool off with in the summer.
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Faux Buttermilk Pancakes
I love a relaxing weekend, because we usually have pancakes! Now that school is almost out and the days will be less chaotic, we can enjoy pancakes during the week. These pancakes are made with coconut milk and gluten free flour. A healthier version that no one needs to know about. Laura from Tutti Dolci featured the pancakes, from her … Read More ...
7 Food Expiration Dates You Can Ignore
Do you follow the expiration rules on foods or do you sniff and take a chance. I’ll admit to sniffing items if it is a couple of days after the expiration date. Mode has found 7 foods that are safe to eat past their expiration date. Do you agree with them or do you automatically throw … Read More ...
Finding Dory Treats – Just Keep Swimming Popcorn
Yes, I will be that one adult, in a sea of parents and children, sitting in the movie theater watching “Finding Dory“. I am a Disney movie geek and proud of it. And yes, I will sneak in this popcorn created by Beth at Hungry Happenings. If you are having a sea themed party or a “Finding Dory” … Read More ...
Mini Campfire S’mores Pie
Are you planning a camping theme party or maybe just throwing a backyard camping party, these mini pies will be perfect for dessert. Or enjoy a camping party in doors due to rain. These are really easy to make and who doesn’t like s’mores for dessert. A great treat without the fire for a barbecue or at the beach.
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Quilt Cookies
How cute would these cookies be at a baby shower? You could even make some decorated using patriotic colors for 4th of July or other holidays. I might have a better chance creating a quilt cookie than an actual quilt. Let Gloria at Glorious Treats show you how to create the quilt patterns on the cookies. … Read More ...
Cake Mix Pie Crust
I’m always learning new things, while trying to find cool ideas for you to create at home. I never thought to use cake mix to make a pie crust. Liz from Hoosier Homemade says this works for pies made with pre-baked crusts such as meringue or cheesecake. She has not tried it with gluten-free cake mix, but you can give … Read More ...
Pull Apart Cupcake Ideas
Cupcakes are perfect for a party. Everyone has their own, no one complains that their piece is bigger than the other and the leftovers are easier to deal with than half a sheet of cake. Even better is that you can create beautiful designs with your cupcakes. I’ve seen many pictures of wedding dresses made … Read More ...
Oreo Baby Rattle Baby Shower Pops
photo credit: Little Miss Kate
These cute rattle pops would be a hit at a baby shower or to send out in announcements. You could even have fun with graduation and make some rattle pops and diplomas. From crib to graduation. Maybe a stretch. Little Miss Kate shows you how to create these pops for your next baby shower.
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Matcha Milk Bread Turtles with Chocolate Dutch Crunch
These turtles are adorable. Almost too cute to eat! I love how the chocolate dutch crunch makes for the perfect shell on the turtles. I’ve never heard of it before, but I’m going to keep it on my radar. Bella from Ful-Filled gives you the recipe, directions and a video on how to create these turtles.
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