The Simple Steps on How to Make Cream Cheese Frosting For many desserts, an amazing cream cheese frosting recipe is literally the icing on the cake! Learn how to make cream cheese frosting with these simple steps and tips for getting that perfect creamy, delicious consistency every time. Are you a fan of cakes and cupcakes? If so, you'll likely agree that a good cream cheese frosting recipe is a must for any baker. Cream Cheese frosting is simple to make, and comes together easily if you keep these tips in mind. I've compiled the essential steps that you need to know in how to make cream cheese frosting that's fluffy and delicious each time. Here's the simple steps to making cream cheese frosting and the simple tips to getting the perfect frosting consistency every time. Gather … [Read more...]
Funfetti Frosted Fruity Pebble Treats
Cereal treats brought to a whole new, fun and colorful level! Fruity pebble cereal treats are topped with a delicious marshmallow cream cheese frosting, and loads of sprinkles. These will bring a smile to everyone's face! What is it about sprinkles that just makes people happy? The colorful confetti-like appearance that reminds you of a party? Perhaps the candy-like sweetness and being pared with a delicious confection of some sort? When I made these colorful Funfetti Frosted Fruity Pebble Treats, it brought an immediate smile to my little boys' face. When I pulled the sprinkles out of the pantry to decorate the treats, my son was immediately by my side asking, "Can I help?" Knowing to never say no to a child asking to help in the kitchen, I immediately reaffirmed his … [Read more...]
Chocolate Coca Cola Bundt Cake
I've lived in the South for a number of years now, and one of the many things I love about living here is the fact that Southern food is pretty spectacular! Particularly, southern desserts! A while back while at a friends house, I indulged in a piece of Coca Cola cake. As far as I know, I've never had this type of cake growing up in rural South Dakota. Its like chocolate cake, but better! Moist, chocolaty, and delicious - this is a true southern treat that will make you re-think any other recipe you have for chocolate cake! This cake recipe couldn't be easier to make. It starts with a simple cake mix, and then some other delicious goodies like buttermilk, marshmallows, and coca cola (of course!) are added. This Chocolate Coca Cola Bundt Cake is a dessert worthy of company, … [Read more...]
Triple Chocolate Espresso Brownies
So, I don't know about you, but I have a bit of a chocolate problem. A problem, by the way of wanting it eat chocolate far to often than whats good for me. About every two weeks or so I get an intense craving for a really rich, chocolaty brownie. I like my brownies on the fudgy side, but I will never turn down a cakey brownie when offered. These Triple-Chocolate Espresso Brownies are a perfect combination! If you're a serious chocolate lover like myself, you probably know the trick to bringing out the intense chocolate flavor in any chocolate cake or brownie - the secret ingredient is coffee! Now before you turn your nose at coffee in brownies, I'm here to say that it really amplifies the chocolate flavor. The coffee flavor is pretty mild, but the finer notes of the … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Coconut Cupcake
This weekend I planned on bringing some cupcakes to a friends house for a BBQ. Adults and kids alike, everyone loves cupcakes. I consulted my 5-year-old son as to what type of cupcakes we should bring - his quick reply was "coconut!" I did some searching, and came across a fabulous coconut cake recipe that I adapted for cupcakes. Recipe adapted from Broma Bakery: http://www.bromabakery.com/2010/10/best-coconut-cake-in-world.html Here is how I frosted the cupcakes. It goes much quicker when using a piping bag, and larger tip, especially when this recipe makes nearly 36 cupcakes.. It doesn't have to be perfect (mine never are), because you'll be rolling the wet frosting into the coconut. I hope you enjoy these cupcakes as … [Read more...]
