I’m happy with a spoonful of sweet potatoes plopped on to my plate, but during the holidays, people like to dress things up a little. Shaping items to look like roses are a hit this year. The beautiful color of the sweet potato is pretty enough for me, but you can add some extra pizzazz by turning them into roses. … Read More ...
Candy Bar Cupcakes
What do you do with your extra candy. We have around 200 kids come into our neighborhood, so it is rare that we have extras. Most of the time we keep a few to enjoy and then my husband takes the rest to share with coworkers. That might be different this year and I’ll have to purchase some at discount … Read More ...
Red Velvet Cake Eyeballs
Do you feel like you are being watched? These creepy cake eyeballs might make the taster think twice about biting into one. These eyeballs are gross as is, but the fact that they are red velvet. Oh my what a surprise. Fill a jar with these eyeballs for the Halloween party or as a ghastly gift to a friend.
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Black Cat Cupcake
The poor black cat gets such a bad rap, but I love them and they make cute cupcakes. I can’t believe Halloween is a week away! I really need to get going on my decorations. These would be a hit at your Halloween party or just make them for a cat lover.
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Haunted Halloween Cookie House
The gingerbread house is becoming more mainstream and less gingerbread. Although it is an iconic item during the winter holidays, more people are starting to adapt it for the other holidays. I can’t blame them, it is one of our favorite family time during the winter holiday. Although sometimes it doesn’t go up till New Year’s Eve. Anytime you can … Read More ...
Guide to Vegan Baking
With the holidays coming up, there is a lot of cooking, baking and socializing. Sometimes you have unexpected guests with dietary needs or are vegan. Here is a guide if you would like to bake some goodies for your vegan guests. I’ll also find some vegan recipes for the holidays to make.
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Peanut Butter Fudge Cauldron Lollipops
I wonder if witches make delicious things, but say they put gross items in it to keep from sharing? You’ll want to share these cauldron lollipops with everyone at the Halloween party. I bet you could replace the peanut butter with a different nut butter if you have concerns with peanut allergies. Or just make a regular chocolate cake.
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Owl Cake Decorating Idea for Baby Showers and Woodland Birthdays
An owl cake makes such a lovely centrepiece for a woodland party. Those oversized eyes, little yellow feet and fluffy-looking frosting give it plenty of personality, without needing an elaborate background or a table full of decorations.
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Pumpkin Gingersnaps
Because it’s fall, we can’t go without a pumpkin recipe. Poor apples have to take a backseat to the pumpkin fever! This cookie is perfect for fall and can be used right through the fall/winter holiday season. You can make a double batch, bake some now and freeze for the next holiday or when you need a pumpkin fix.
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Quick Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Today I’m going to take a break from the Halloween posts and focus on some fall recipes. Cinnamon Rolls in 30 minutes and with apples!? Yes, please tell me more! This is the perfect fall recipe to enjoy those apples you picked with the family. You could also have it during the holidays, like Christmas morning. These would be perfect … Read More ...
Chocolate Cookies decorated like Pumpkins
These chocolate cookies are decorated like pumpkins, and very cute. A not so in your face decor for Halloween or to enjoy throughout the fall season. Also perfect for those of us that don’t care for the pumpkin flavors of the season, but do enjoy all things fall. A great addition to your potluck during the fall season.
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Witch Hat Cupcakes
These witch cupcakes will be welcomed and devoured at your Halloween party. Plus, they have a pudding filling surprise and you can eat the hat too. Make the cupcakes yourself, or make a trip to the store and buy some cupcakes and redecorate. No one is judging here. There is a reason why semi-homemade is popular. Especially on those nights, … Read More ...
Marshmallow Fondant Ghost Cake
I love this cake, because it is simple and not perfect. Unless, of course, you need to have perfect folds or it has to be perfectly symmetrical. You can make any cake of your choice. This is the recipe for the marshmallow fondant only. This is the fondant used to make the Nightmare Before Christmas Cake previously shown.
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Mummy Pie Pops
For you homemade bakers, look away! Please no judging! These cute mummy pie pops are made from store bought pie crust, strawberry preserves, white chocolate and candy eye balls. You might be able to buy homemade pie crust from your Farmer’s Market or in specialty stores. When I’m lazy, I go to our local organic store for the pie crust. … Read More ...
Pumpkin Spice Dog Treats
Today I’m going to start with the dogs. Dogs love treats and why not let them in on the Halloween fun by baking them some pumpkin spice treats. This might help keep them away from the kid’s candy on Halloween night. Now you and your pup can sit and enjoy some pumpkin spice after your walk.
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