photo credit: Pink Wings
I’m learning many things while searching for ideas to bring to you. I knew that M&Ms were created for the troops, but I didn’t know that Walmart is currently having a buy a M&M package and one will be sent to the troops program. Gina at Pink Wings shares this information on her page along with … Read More ...
Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops
photo credit: Loves Bakes Good Cakes
Finally you can bring ice cream to a party and not worry about melting. Of course, it is actually a cake pop, but I don’t think there will be complaints. These cute mini ice cream cone cake pops are a great dessert for any summer gathering. Jamie at Loves Bakes Good Cakes shares how … Read More ...
Breakfast Cupcakes
photo credit: The Little Blonde Baker
This is breakfast that you could make for brunch and make ahead of of time and freeze for future use. A great breakfast for those get out the door quick mornings. You could make them the night before and refrigerate them. While everyone is rushing to get ready, warm them up and then hand … Read More ...
Jack and Coke Cupcakes: The Sequel
photo credit: Stress Baking
For the adults that would like to enjoy their cupcakes and still feel like an adult, I give you the Jack and Coke cupcakes. Be responsible with these cupcakes or get a designated driver. There is Jack Daniels in the ganache and the frosting. I’m not much of a drinker, so I might have one of … Read More ...
Easy Cake Frosting Techniques
photo credit: Roberto Caruso
Ever wonder how they create some of those cool frosting
details? Wish you could recreate them yourself? On Today’s Parents, they show you how to create some techniques and also give you cake ideas to use your new skills. I may have a chance now for a good looking frosted cake.
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Patriotic Cake Pops
photo credit: Honest Cooking
These cake pops lined up to look like the American flag will be perfect for your patriotic celebration. This display will be great for your Memorial day and 4th of July celebration. You could also set up the cake pops for a superhero party. Such as for Captain America’s shield.
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Pretzel Pop Graduate
How cute to make these pretzel pops look like your graduate! I would probably only make one for the graduate and several others without faces. So the graduate would stand out in a crowd of pretzels. These would be great at the graduation party. Beth from Hungry Happenings has several other cool ideas for a graduation party for you to … Read More ...
Lisa Frank Zebra Cakes
photo credit: Jeff Mindell
Call me a nerd, but I’m going to have my own Lisa Frank party and serve these cute and colorful cakes. How can you not be happy, with all the vibrant colors and cute characters by Lisa Frank and then add on a childhood favorite snack. A great dessert for the kids and adults at your … Read More ...
DIY Altoids
photo credit: One Broads Journey
I love the spearmint Altoids, but I could go broke buying them. Now thanks to Diana at One Broads Journey, I can make my own and flavor them to my taste buds. I can’t handle the regular ones. These are great to have on hand at parties or for your teens to make and give … Read More ...
Layers of Chocolate Cookie Dough Ice cream Bars
photo credit: This Grandma is Fun
Looking for a tasty summer treat that will delight all your guests? This yummy ice cream bar with layers of cookie dough will have everyone screaming for “ice cream”. This dessert is perfect for a big barbecue or potluck. It serves 16, so make sure to save it for a large gathering.
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Piped Cherry Blossom Branch Cookies
These beautiful cookies, will be the star at your next gathering. Although cherry blossoms are more well known for spring, it would make a wonderful dessert for an oriental inspired gathering. Make these for a bridal shower, baby shower or a tea party.
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Campfire Cupcake
photo credit: Willowday
I’ve always wanted to go to Sweden and now I would like to go during their holiday called Valborg. How wonderful to see family and friends gathering around a bonfire in several neighborhoods to celebrate. I love this cupcake for camping and hanging out at the fire pit in our back yard. If you are having a … Read More ...
Copycat Starbucks Double Chocolate Frappuccino Cupcakes
photo credit: Sugar Spun Run
I’m not a coffee fan, but this cupcake, looks really delicious! If you and your friends love Starbucks frappuccinos, then you will need to surprise them with these cupcakes. Sam at Sugar Spun Run shows you how to make this chocolatey treat. Make these and then add a Starbucks gift card for your grads or … Read More ...
One Giant M&M Cookie
photo credit: Sweetest Menu
I’ll just have one cookie, please. This giant as big as your face cookie! Tell your kids they can only have one cookie and then surprise them with this giant cookie. There won’t be any complaints having to eat just one. A great birthday surprise for your teens to make their friends. Jess from Sweetest Menu … Read More ...
Firecracker Cake
Summer is so close! For us it is official summer during Memorial weekend! Time to hang up the sneakers and put on the sandals, get the plants planted, and of course the backyard ready for barbecues, outdoor movies and nights by the fire. This firecracker cake is the perfect dessert for your Memorial Day or 4th of July barbecue.
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