I came across this delicious cupcake recipe from Yum Sugar and I just had to share. Nothing like candy on top of an already sugary delight!
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
7 Tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup self-rising flour
2 teaspoon orange flavoring (May use 1/2 teaspoon almond extract instead of the suggested 1 tsp.vanilla extract.)
2-3 Tablespoons milk
To Make:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. (Bake them at 375* F)Line a 12 cup muffin tin with baking paper cups. Put all the ingredients except for the milk into a food processor and blend until smooth. Pulse while adding the milk down the funnel to make for a soft consistency. (Use the full 3 Tablespoons). Fill each paper cup evenly with batter. Bake for 15-20 or until they are golden on top.
Recommended to check after 12 minutes of baking.
Ingredients
Orange Cream Cheese Icing
1 stick (4 oz) unsalted butter softened
8 oz softened Cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tsp orange flavoring
To Make:
Combine the room temperature butter and cream cheese together in a mixer with a paddle attachment. Slowly add the sugar 1/4 cup at a time and add the orange flavoring at the end.
Recommended piping bag with choice of tip to ice the cupcakes easier.
July 10, 2011
July 9, 2011
Recipe of the Day: Patriotic Blue Cocktail
I was so proud of myself as I made this awesome blue drink from a recipe I found on SofaKingDrunk.com. The inspiration behind this drink was for the 4th of July, but really it can be made for any occasions!
Ingredients
1 1/2 ounce of vodka
1/2 ounce of triple sec
1/2 ounce sweet & sour
1/2 ounce blue curacao
1 dash grenadine
To Make
Mix all ingredients, except grenadine, in a shaker and chill. Serve in a martini glass. Add grenadine.
For more amazing cocktails/drinks to make from this site, check it out here!
Ingredients
1 1/2 ounce of vodka
1/2 ounce of triple sec
1/2 ounce sweet & sour
1/2 ounce blue curacao
1 dash grenadine
To Make
Mix all ingredients, except grenadine, in a shaker and chill. Serve in a martini glass. Add grenadine.
For more amazing cocktails/drinks to make from this site, check it out here!
Labels:
Recipe of the Day,
SofaKingDrunk.com
July 8, 2011
July 7, 2011
Photos for the Keeping
Summer marks a time to gather together with your loved ones to celebrate the union of Mr. & Mrs. Whether this moment is on the sandy beaches of La Jolla or the green, scenic views of Seattle, the memories will be unforgettable. They will especially be unforgettable with the efforts of talented photographers.
One of my favorite photographers I have had the pleasure of seeing their work is Hollye Schumacher Photography. Based out of Phoenix, AZ, Hollye Schumacher Photography is able to capture every part of a special moment treating it like fine art.
To learn more about Hollye Schumacher Photography visit the site or blog here!
One of my favorite photographers I have had the pleasure of seeing their work is Hollye Schumacher Photography. Based out of Phoenix, AZ, Hollye Schumacher Photography is able to capture every part of a special moment treating it like fine art.
To learn more about Hollye Schumacher Photography visit the site or blog here!
July 5, 2011
Cake of the Day!
Of all the 'Cake of the Day' entries I have posted this one undoubtedly TAKES THE CAKE! Today's Cake of the Day...well, um, let me actually introduce you to HER.
Today's Cake of the Day is Bride Chidi Ogbuta from good ol Texas. Standing 5ft tall made up of butterscotch and polymer clay, this six layer spectacular cake served over 500 guests. The bakers, Absolutely Edible Cakes, spent five weeks making this what we hope to be delicious cake.
I guess two wives are better than one!
To read more about the story behind this masterpiece of a cake click here!
Today's Cake of the Day is Bride Chidi Ogbuta from good ol Texas. Standing 5ft tall made up of butterscotch and polymer clay, this six layer spectacular cake served over 500 guests. The bakers, Absolutely Edible Cakes, spent five weeks making this what we hope to be delicious cake.
I guess two wives are better than one!
To read more about the story behind this masterpiece of a cake click here!
Labels:
Absolutely Edible Cakes,
Cake of the Day
July 4, 2011
Must See Venue: Cinebarre
As the Social Chair of my sorority back in the day, I always wanted to plan unique events. One day I decided to rent out a venue, but not just any venue, a movie theater! I booked a movie, rented a movie room, arranged for a bus and we were on our way!
Well, I have discovered an even cooler venue that can cater to a movie party for guests 21 and up that you would like to host and it is called Cinebarre! This gorgeous venue can accommodate any type of function from seminars/conferences/presentations on the BIG screen - to private movie screenings. The best part is they serve adult DRINKS and FOOD!! Cinebarre is located in Asheville, NC, Charleston, SC, Denver, CO, Salem, OR, & Seattle, WA so be sure to check it out!
Well, I have discovered an even cooler venue that can cater to a movie party for guests 21 and up that you would like to host and it is called Cinebarre! This gorgeous venue can accommodate any type of function from seminars/conferences/presentations on the BIG screen - to private movie screenings. The best part is they serve adult DRINKS and FOOD!! Cinebarre is located in Asheville, NC, Charleston, SC, Denver, CO, Salem, OR, & Seattle, WA so be sure to check it out!
Labels:
Cinebarre,
Must See Venue
July 3, 2011
Cake of the Day!
I must pay homage to our wonderful nation by showcasing fabulous patriotic cupcakes as Cakes of the Day! The above cupcake collage is courtesy of the Loralee Lewis blog. Below is her breakdown of each cupcake-ENJOY!
1.Sprinkled Cupcake Fourth of July photo via Baking Bites
2. Tofu and Cupcakes
3.Marzipan Star Cupcakes by The Reckless Chef
4.Bon Appetit Blueberry Hill Cupcakes
5. Wave the flag, cupcake! posted by SheKnows
6.4th of July Cupcakes by Diana’s Desserts
7. Red, White, and Blue Cupcake by Food Create.
8.4th of July Cupcakes via Flikr uploaded by SPLANEYO
9. Edmonton Cupcakes Red White Blue
Labels:
4th of July,
Cake of the Day,
Loralee Lewis,
patriotic
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