How about a new idea to serve pie in paper (hmmm, this would be great for a picnic or outdoor party, too… or maybe the “winter” weather here in DC is just too mild now so outdoor parties are in … Read More...
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Acorn Cake Bites
I’ve seen similar acorn bites made from donut holes, but this homemade version lets you vary the cake. These are made from a spice cake (yum, and fitting). Find the how-tos HERE at The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.
Homemade Pumpkin Twinkies
And speaking of Confessions of a Cookbook Queen, not only are these homemade Twinkies, but these are homemade pumpkin Twinkies with cream cheese marshmallow filling. Nothing says Thanksgiving like homemade pumpkin Twinkies with cream cheese marshmallow filling. Find the … Read More...
Sprinkles and Bark Cake
Decorating a cake with sprinkle-y chocolate bark is a stroke of genius in my eyes. Find the recipe HERE at Spicy Ice Cream.
Lots and Lots of Stuff in Jars
I won’t ever tire of the mason jar trend, I don’t think. I’ve said it a million times before, mason jars (while sure, breakable and not light as a feather) are so convenient and perfect for packaging. Find a roundup … Read More...
Free Printable: Holiday Baking Planner
Have you started yet? I can’t even think about it yet. That’s not true, I’ve thought about it. Then had some anxiety about my long to-do list. Eek! I wish the day had more hours. Find a free printable for … Read More...
Grocery Store Cake into a Hungry Caterpillar Cake
See that perfect Very Hungry Caterpillar on that grocery-store cake? The one that is the exact likeness of the actual Very Hungry Caterpillar? You can make one from sugar sheets and food coloring. Who knew it was so easy? Find … Read More...
Team Jacob Cheesecake and Edward Cullen Quesadilla
Taking your Breaking Dawn celebration to a whole new level of artistic sophistication, yes? Templates included. Make Edward Cullen quesadillas HERE at Hungry Happenings and Team Jacob cheesecake HERE.
Fire Engine Cake and Hydrant Candy
I love this cake. I don’t ever envision my daughter finding a passion for fire trucks, so I might not ever get to try it, but this fire-y cake seems so do-able to recreate with frosting, yes? Wait, things get … Read More...
Disney Princess Recipes
For anyone else like me, who has a Disney Princess-obsessed kid who gained her obsession before ever seeing a Disney Princess movie (seriously, she gained her knowledge by just absorbing it from the air, I think, I never even had … Read More...
Candy Bar Cheesecake
We can always count on CakeSpy for post-Halloween-candy ideas. Find the recipe for fun-size candy studded cheesecake HERE at Serious Eats.
Goblin Bread
So I will leave you with at least one last-minute do-able snack idea before you head out and fill up on candy… goblin flatbread. Make it HERE at Martha Stewart.
Kitty Litter Cake
The kitty litter cake is by far just about the grossest thing I’ve ever seen. I can barely even look at it as I post (maybe because I have three cats?). And thus, perfect for Halloween, yes? Find the recipe … Read More...
Halloween Goodies from CakeSpy
Even with her book tour underway, CakeSpy is busy making plenty of Halloween treats! Make a Zombie cake HERE, some ghost truffles HERE and some “Boo” meringues HERE at Serious Eats.
Pumpkin Pie Pops
OK, so technically this is the fourth tie I’m posting on pumpkin pie on a stick (see here and here and here). And sure, I’ve posted on plenty of other pie pops since Luxirare’s originals, but given the … Read More...
Spiders and Spider-Man Foods
Eek! Spiders, spiders, everywhere spiders! I keep telling you people I’m arachnophobic and you just don’t listen. Find a bunch of spidery foods for a Spidey party HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons, like Spider-Man 7 layer … Read More...
Edible Halloween Necklace
I very rarely post on photos from galleries, such as Cake Central of flickr, or from photos not connected to a blog or other site, but I’m making an exception with this edible Halloween skull n’ bones necklace, especially since … Read More...
Topsy Turvy Bat-Topped Mummy Cake
Two mummy ideas in a row… now how about something a bit bigger. And with more sugar. Check out this amazing topsy-turvy mummy cake from These Peas are Hollow. Find helpful links and tips on making the cake HERE… Read More...
Fondant Vintage Ghost Tutorial
Sure, I’ve featured fondant ghosts before (here and here), but not a “vintage girl ghost,” with a mask no less. Find the step-by-step photo tutorial to craft a vintage girl ghost cupcake topper HERE at Lynlee’s Petite Cakes… Read More...