
Whether you are making them for Valentine’s Day, Anniversary, or just to say “I love you”, these cute hand pies will put a smile on their face. Chandrima from Not Out of the Box made these with strawberries, but I’m sure you could use any pie filling of choice. Apple hand pie hearts for the apple of your eye?! I … Read More ...
Chocolate Teddy Bear Cupcakes

Who could resist these cute teddy bear cupcakes on Valentine’s Day? Make your favorite chocolate cupcake and top with a peanut butter cup with some other items to make the cute bear. Beth from Hungry Happenings has other cute creations using cupcakes and peanut butter cups. These would be cute for a kid’s party or even brunch on Valentine’s Day. … Read More ...
Sweetheart Marble Fondant Cookies

Here is a cute Valentine’s Day cookie for your loved ones. These would be great cookies to make with the kids. They can help roll out the fondant and stamp the words into it. I like that Jan Halvarson also stamped directly into the cookies. Which is great for those that don’t care for the taste of fondant.
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Cream Cheese and Raspberry Crepe Cakes

The month is almost over, I guess it is time to start Valentine’s articles. This is an elegant dessert for you and your loved one on Valentine’s Day or brunch. An easy dessert that could also be made with store bought crepes, if you aren’t ready to try crepe making. This could be made for any special occasion or holiday.… Read More ...
Groundhog Pancake

After this snowstorm, everyone is praying the groundhog predicts an early spring. I’ve been ready since the first cold day of winter. You could make this for Groundhog Day or just entertain the kids on the weekend with this cute pancake. This would be a cute surprise during the week, if you make breakfast for dinner.
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Candy Wonderland Layer Cake

Now this is a cake for a celebration. What a wonderful treat for the holidays, birthdays, and celebrations. How cute would this be on Valentine’s Day with two heart lollipops on top. Sorry little early for Valentine’s ideas. Maybe this would be the perfect surprise, when the winter months are just too much.
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Champagne Shirley Temple Drink

What fond memories of Shirley Temples growing up. I felt grown up having a drink in a glass instead of the usual plastic cup. I think I was more excited about the maraschino cherry in the drink, but it was treat. Now you can still have your Shirley Temple, but with a grown up flare. How about ringing in the … Read More ...
New Year’s Eve Champagne Salad

This is a salad that can be used at any celebration besides New Year’s Eve. I have to run to the store today and will be in search of champagne vinegar, that I never knew existed. Maybe this will liven up my lunch salads, since I’m bored with my usual dressings. Great addition with other appetizers to a bridal … Read More ...
Champagne Jello Cups

Here is a fun and fancy dessert to enjoy on New Year’s Eve. So elegant, yet easy to make. You could make large glasses for a small crowd or smaller glasses for a larger crowd. Beth from The First Year used 15 oz glasses, but suggests 5 oz for more jello cups. These are really cute and it is really … Read More ...
Knitted Winter Hat Christmas Cake

When it’s cold out, it is important to wear a hat. Hats and mittens are a winter staple and like the snowman can be used for baking throughout the winter months. How cute would this hat be at a sledding or skiing party. You could even make some mitten or sweater sugar cookies to go with the hat.
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Glam Cupcakes for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is full of glam, glitz, glitter, and baubles. In my house it is flannel, Chinese food and comfort. Of course, if you like to party on New Year’s, these glam cupcakes will be the perfect treat. Check out Rachel Gregg from Creative Live Blog. She will show you how to frost and decorate these gorgeous cupcakes.
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New Year’s Eve Sparkling Sorbet Float

Are you ready to ring in the New Year? Are you going to let the kids stay up this year? Here is a great non-alcoholic drink for the family to ring in the New Year. Or serve it around dinner time, if they are going to bed a little later, but not quite midnight. Maybe if I have this around … Read More ...
Winter Cupcakes

It’s been a nice mild winter so far, but that will end soon. When the weather outside is frightful, you want to make it delightful to be inside. Cupcakes are always good for a smile, at least in our house. So spend some time in the kitchen, keep the house warm, and enjoy a cupcake or two.
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Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies

Do you love cinnamon rolls, but hate how long it takes to make? How about a cinnamon roll in a sugar cookie form. It will take less time, but still take care of your cinnamon roll craving. The house will smell wonderful, when you are stuck inside during the winter dreary weather.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Potato Skins

After the holidays, it’s all about the leftovers. Well at least in our household. Sometimes you have to be creative, because they are tired of eating the holiday dinner over and over. Like groundhog day for food. These potato skins will help the leftovers take on a new look. Or you can just make this up for snacks. We also … Read More ...