Red, White, & Blue!

We had a great 4th of July! Fireworks, friends, family & of course...lots of fabulous food! In all of it's colorful Independence glory! Just want to mention that we're so grateful to be free. It seems that I celebrate most things by baking & making goodies:) Please check out our facebook page with the yummy striped/chocolate covered strawberries. Also, take a look at the Red Velvet cake that never disappoints...during any celebration, & It surely added to our holiday festivities! Happy times America!

July Cupcake: Watermelon!

Our fruity cupcake tastes just like Summer fun!  Wouldn't you like to have one of these at your next BBQ?  It is a watermelon cupcake topped with watermelon icing, then sprinkled with mini choco chips (seeds). $2.50 each.  The flavor is reminiscent of a jolly rancher or salt water taffy!  This is our favorite cupcake we've featured this year.  Pretty in pink & ooooh Delicious!

The Tank was a piece of Cake!!!

We made one 7 year old boy VERY happy!  It is a confetti cake covered with Olive Drab MM fondant.  We ate it up right after lighting the sparkler Cannon & the 7 Red White & Blue candles!

Happy Birthday Buddy!

We love Wedding Season!

Tell me what your 1st thought is.

Does it look like it's tilting or falling to one side, or is that the camera angle?




Bottom layer: Vanilla bean cake/filled with fresh raspberry puree`

 


Middle tier is Chocolate Fudge cake/filled with dark chocolate ganache



 Wedding bells seem to ring more frequently for us at about this time of year.  So in honor of all those brides-to-be, we thought it would be kinda fun to post pics of our very first attempt to bake & deliver a "practice" stacked cake.  You know what they say "practice makes perfect"!  Thank heavens we get second chances.  FYI: The Hubby tells me that it's not to bad for a first try:)  Yes, I think that earns him cake:)  And I did agree 100% on something...it tasted fantastic!  We'll be posting more pics of Wedding cakes we've done since this one soon.

~Did I happen to mention that on the 22nd of this month The Sweet Cherub will celebrate 15 Wonderful years with her true love? 

DIY spotlight: Fruit Pizza

This is one dessert that I can't live without!  I know it sounds a bit crazy, BUT I think it's so super easy to make, it's very colorful, it allows me to be creative (as no two pizzas are ever a like) & it's a daily recommended serving of fruit that's going to keep us healthy right? :)

This is so cute done in Red, White, & Blue for a 4th of July Celebration!

So here are some photo's.  I have so many pics of fruit pizzas.  Fruit pizza pics coming out of my ears!  This treat seems to make it into my regular rotation of my go-to sweets, especially when using up seasonal fruits, or for our Summer BBQ's and such! 

Here's how to do it....In less than 10 steps.

1...Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

2...Open 1 pkg refrigerated sugar cookie dough (for easy peasy buy from your local grocery store).

-OR-make a batch of your favorite sugar cookie dough recipe.

3...On a baking sheet -OR-pizza pan place a layer of parchment paper.  It prevents sticking, & ease of moving your pizza around.  Trust me, you'll thank me later:)

4...Begin pressing sugar cookie dough into a large circle shape. It will end up looking like one gigantic sugar cookie.

5...Bake for about 30 min.  -OR-until edges start to turn a golden brown.  I like my cookie to be a little bit crispy for this recipe, so I bake for a little longer.

6...Remove from oven & let cool while you prepare filling & fruit.

7...Mix together with a handmixer one

 7 oz container of marshmallow creme & one

8 oz pkg of cream cheese

Spread filling over cooled cookie crust.

* HINT: For ease of serving this is the point where you may pre-slice your pizza with a pizza roller,

so as to not destroy the beautiful toppings before serving to your guests.

8...Top with sliced fresh or canned fruits in any pattern you choose.

Some of my favorite fruits to use are the ones that don't need to be drained, that way you don't run the risk of a soggy crust.

Some suggestions are: bluberries, raspberries, fresh peaches, sliced strawberries & kiwi.  Banana's are great if you add them right before serving so they don't turn mushy & brown.

You may brush top of pizza with a fruit glaze for a more professional look.  These are also sold pre-made in all food stores.  I personally don't think it needs this step, but feel free to message me for MY homemade recipe if you would like it!

NOW COMES THE HARD PART...waiting...patience...my dear.

9...Refrigerate or Freeze entire pizza until chilled & set.  Usually 5 to 6 hours or overnight.

If taking to a family function etc. I go to my local Pizza parlor & buy new pizza boxes from them for about 25 cents a box!  You can also find them online, but either way it's the perfect way to store & transport your dessert!!!  Just slide the parchment paper with your fruit pizza still resting right on it into the pizza box & enjoy a slice for me!!!

June Cupcake: "Wedding Cake" with tart Raspberry Filling

 Very elegant & yet sweet enough for the grab & go.  Call us today to order yours!


Wedding Cake in your own individual serving size!



I love this lighting,,,it highlights the shimmer of this cupcake!



I'm obsessed with this frosting,,,it's soooo good!



Vanilla lovers this one's for you!  It's a Vanilla Bean Base with a tart Raspberry Puree' in the center.  Iced with a Vanilla Buttercream (did I mention it's soooo good?) Then we top it with Sanding Sugar & the edible diamond to give it a pretty sparkle.  This cupcake is a girls best friend.  Sold only by the Dozen for $36.  Call 801-380-7393 to get your tasty bling today!

Pirates Ahoy!

What a fun opportunity we had to make this cake for a very special 7 year old!  Here's the Treasure Chest Cake that we whipped up for his Pirate themed party.  Telescopes, eye patches, & all sorts of fun party favors were passed out to all the mateys.  That's when the candle sparkler that topped this cake was lit!  What more could this 7 year old ask for?  Oh! how about an Army tank for his next B-day cake!

Moist Chocolate Fudge Cake with Chocolate icing & all the loot a kid can eat!