birthday
Polka Dot Pound Cake
Polka Dot Pound Cake is a party inside and out. Frosted in wild colors, there’s a surprise inside when cut. Yes, it is supposed to look like the rainbow threw […]
Strawberry Lime Cupcakes
Yes, you've seen this recipe before. Strawberry Lime Cupcakes are the cousins of Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes. I tried to get my sister to switch it up but she HAD to […]
Nutella Mascarpone Icebox Cake
I have a confession to make. I've never tried Nutella. This seems wrong for many reasons- #1 it's amazing, #2 it's in every grocery store and #3 it's a baking […]
Oreo Cupcakes with Oreo Cream Filling and Cookies & Cream Frosting
A friend at work is having a birthday. I’m using her as an excuse to make Oreo Cupcakes with Oreo Cream Filling and Cookies & Cream Frosting. Don’t get weirded […]
Surprise Cupcakes
I did it again. I forgot and SURPRISE, the night before a friend's party and I remembered we were signed up to bring treats. Luckily, we keep a few staples […]
Giant Mocha Pound Cake with Ganache and Chocolate Buttercream
I have a giant cupcake mold. It’s the coolest baking accessory ever. Standing about 18 inches tall, giant cupcakes are fun for Father’s Day, graduation parties and birthdays. I start 2 […]
Dad’s Chocolate Cake
My dad wants chocolate cake for his birthday. I made chocolate with chocolate buttercream frosting; it's dense and rich without being too sweet. To fancy it up, we added 3 layers […]
Lemon Ricotta Cookies
These cookies are a copycat recipe from the Nordstrom Café. They melt in your mouth and the lemon icing is bright and creamy. Although they require preplanning, Lemon Ricotta Cookies […]
Baby Boston Cream Pies
Baby Boston Cream Pies are fancy party treat. They look fantastic, taste delicious and are lighter than traditional holiday fare items. I’ve served these at Christmas, birthdays and baby showers. Baby […]