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Mini 6" Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake (Made in a DIY disposable heart shaped pan)
A little late than never... but I finally got a minute to share my Valentine's Day dessert with you! With its cute heart shape and small batch size, this cake is not only perfect for Valentine's Day but it is also great for an Anniversary or a romantic dessert for two. You can also skip the homemade heart pan and make a classic round cake to use for a party or special occasion any time of the year. This dessert involves a little extra work than simply making a traditional cake, but is so worth it. It is inspired by The Red Velvet Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory restaurant, but with my own personal miniature small batch twist and the addition of my original DIY disposable pan to create a heart shaped cheesecake without having to buy a springform pan!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
"My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Giveaway Winners!
Thanks to everyone who entered our "My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack Giveaway!
The results are in:
Congratulations to winners! You have both won a Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack!
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to My Little Cupcake for sponsoring this giveaway for two lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers to win.
Giveaway: "My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack
This week two, that's right, TWO, luck Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers will have the chance to WIN an adorable cake pop mold Variety Pack including a ball, cone, heart and cupcake shaped cake pop mold by "My Little Cupcake"! With St. Patty's Day, Mother's Day, Easter, Spring and Birthdays just around the corner, these little molds would be a perfect addition to any themed celebration!
I am so happy to be able to offer this prize pack to two of my readers. The best part is you can use no-bake fillings like the no-bake Oreo truffle filling I used for my Halloween rat & spider truffles.
You can also use a classic cake and frosting filling like I used in my Red Velvet Strawberry Cake Bites... how perfect would the cone shaped mold be for making these:
The molds are super simple to use, simply press your cake pop or no-bake filling mixture into the mold to create your desired shape. Pop them out and dip in melted chocolate or candy melts. Add a stick if desired and decorate! Easy as 1-2-3
You create all kinds of flavors or decorations to match any occasion or party and really impress your guests!
With or without a stick they are just darling. Even create a stand out of some pieces of styrofoam, available at your local arts and crafts store, perfect for parties!
These adorable molds are perfect for every occasion, and with St. Patrick's Day, Easter and Mother's Day just around the corner,"My Little Cupcake" has inspiration for every holiday on their blog. Their molds are so versatile, you can use them to create just about any shape or character.
Valentine's Day Roundup
Click the links below to view our step-by-step treat tutorials and love inspired recipes, to make this Valentine's Day extra sweet. Give them a try, and be sure to share a picture on our Facebook page, or email a photo to MyCreation@dollhousebakeshoppe.com!
Fun Valentine's Day Treat Tutorials:
Valentine Teddy Marshmallow Pops
Giant Kiss Filled Kisses
Cakeberries (Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cake Bites)
Simple Gumdrop Roses
Candy Cupid's Arrows
(Featured in Disney Family Fun Magazine!)
DIY Edible Chocolate Box Filled With Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Flower Fruit Pops
Valentine's Day Recipes:
Mini 6" Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake (Made in a DIY disposable heart shaped pan)
Simple Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries
Brownie Sundaes for 2
Red Velvet Rose Water Cupcakes
Chocolate Covered Valentine Oreos
Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes
Chocolate Covered Shortbread Caramel Bites (Twix Bites)
Cheesecake Brownies
Triple Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes
Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes
Chocolate Truffles
Personalized Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate Chip Cookie Sundaes For 2
Churro Hearts
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Giant Ganache Cookie
Chocolate Truffle Kisses
Sweetheart Cakewiches
Chocolate Cherry Cream Cupcakes
Miniature Love Pies
French Toast Hearts
Magic Flourless Chocolate Cookies (Low Fat, Gluten Free)
5 Minute Ice Cream For 2
Happy Valentines Day,
Lindsay Ann
DIY Edible Chocolate Box Filled With Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
What could be better than receiving a box of truffles or chocolate dipped strawberries? If the box itself was made out of chocolate, of course! Making edible chocolate boxes is so simple, I can't believe I didn't think of this before. They make a really impressive gift or you can use them as a table centerpiece at a party. Best part is you can customize them to make any size or shape you want and fill them with anything from fruit to store bought candies, homemade chocolates, and more!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Virtual Valentine's Day Party!
My virtual party is where bloggers from all over share what they are "bringing" to the virtual party on their own blogs and on the day of the party everyone's creations are showcased so readers all around the web can feast their eyes on a wonderful gallery of Valentine's Day inspired foods, crafts, decoration ideas, printables and more. I am "opening the Dollhouse doors" here at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe blog to anyone and everyone from the food and craft blogging community to join me and "bring" your favorite Valentine's Day recipes, tutorials, "how-to's" and ideas. It is a great way to bring the blogging community together and well as introduce readers to a bunch of fun new blogs they haven't discovered yet! Whether you have a small, large, new, or old blog, or write for a well known website, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. And for the readers, get ready to check out a bunch of fantastic Valentine's Day inspirations from all across the web, all in one place. We have a fabulous group of some of my favorite bloggers participating, so check it out ans feel free to spread the word to make this virtual Valentine's party a real hit!
Simple Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
You're Invited to a Virtual Valentine's Party!
Pancakes
Roundup of Treats by Hungry Happenings
Roundup of Treats by Sweetology
Red Velvet Valentine Cupcakes by DJ Sugar Shack
Lingerie Cookies by Carrie's Creations
Conversation Heart Cake Pops by Sweet Simple Stuff
Don't forget to check out the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Valentine's Day roundup for more fun recipes and inspiration!
Happy Groundhog's Day & A Simple Snowman Pop Tutorial to celebrate 6 more weeks of winter
Happy Groundhog's Day, or rather un-happy depending on your seasonal preference. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, meaning 6 more weeks of winter :/ ...Well on the bright side, now I can keep posting recipes for my favorite cold weather comfort treats!
To celebrate the last few weeks of winter, here are some simple snowman pops you can make to keep the winter spirit alive.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Fun Valentine Baking!
It's not to late to order! With Valentine's Day right around the corner, check out these fun Valentine themed baking products.
Heart Filled Cake Pan Set
Easily create amazing filled cakes and more. You’ll serve delicious filling in every slice! The patented recessed design creates a contour you can fill with ice cream, fruit, mousse and more - just bake, fill, flip and frost! Set includes two 8.5 x 2.75 in. non-stick pans with heart center, bonus recipe book with delicious recipe ideas and complete instructions. Non-stick steel. Order here.
Heart Confetti Sprinkles
Add a sprinkle of love to your cupcakes, cakes, cookies and more with these edible confetti sprinkles! Available in red or multi colored! Order here.
Valentine's Day Cupcake Kit
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Hamilton Beach Pink Mixer Giveaway Winners
Thanks to everyone who entered our Hamilton Beach Pink Hand Mixer Giveaway!
The results are in:
Congratulations to Shelly B. and Andrea K.! You have won a Hamilton Beach prize pack including: A 6 speed Pink Hand Mixer Complete With Storage Case and Bonus Cupcake Decorating Kit {That's a $44.98 VALUE!}
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to Hamilton Beach for sponsoring this giveaway for two lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers to win.
Chocolate Covered Shortbread Caramel Bites (Twix Bites)
One of my favorite candy bars is a Twix bar.... that is, until they came out with Peanut Butter Twix and Java Twix candy bars! For some reason they don't carry these in every grocery store, so I knew I had to re-create this decadent treat... in bite sized form, of course ;)
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Giveaway: Hamilton Beach Pink Hand Mixer With Storage Case and Bonus Cupcake Decorating Kit
Last week I told everyone about a very exciting giveaway in my "3 reasons I am loving this years Valentine's Day... and why you will too!" post... well it is finally here and many of you guessed it right! This week two, that's right, TWO, luck Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers will WIN this adorable all-new pink hand mixer complete with storage case and a bonus cupcake decorating kit with idea/recipe book included by Hamilton Beach! Just in time for Valentine's Day this is our gift to you, so hurry and enter to win and you could be using this perfect pink mixer to bake up some perfect pink Valentine's Day treats!
I am so happy to be able to offer this prize pack to two of my readers. This adorable, light weight hand mixer is so powerful underneath it's cute pink exterior, with 275 watts of power. It has six speeds, and an additional QuickBurst™ button that gives additional power. My favorite part of this hand mixer (besides the fact that is it PINK!) is the Bowl Rest™ on the bottom of the mixer. The one thing that annoys me most about my hand mixer is that it drips all over the counter when I put it down to add more ingredients. I try and balance the beaters over the bowl, but is always ends up falling over, and making a mess everywhere... until I got this one! It makes clean up so much easier.
The bonus cupcake decorating kit is such a neat addition. It has a complete booklet with ideas for every holiday, basic recipes, and everything you need to decorate your cupcakes. Best of all it all comes packed in a convenient storage case that keeps the mixer and decorating kit neatly together!
Individual Brownie Sundaes
After making my individual cookie sundaes and my individual apple crisps, I had to recreate the idea in brownie form for all you chocolate lovers out there (and because Valentine's Day is coming up and this would be a perfect way to impress that special someone *wink*wink*). This mini-batch recipe for "Brownies for 2" is quick and simple to put together. The fudgy brownies bake up perfectly in individual ramekins and topped with ice cream, a cherry and the works, and you have two incredibly easy and delicious brownie sundaes great for a weekend treat for the kids or a romantic dessert for 2. The recipe also doubles easily if you want to make more.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Red Velvet Rose Water Cupcakes
I came up with this recipe while competing on Food Network's Cupcake Wars: Battle of the Champions "Rose Parade" episode in season 2, after my WIN on the series premiere show! The theme of the show was to create cupcakes for the 2011 Tournament of Roses. I knew I wanted to top my cupcake with the iconic red rose in their logo, so I thought it would be perfect to make my fluffy, moist red velvet cupcakes. To really tie the theme into my cupcakes, I added a fragrant touch of rose water into the frosting. Click here to see the episode recap with photos and a highlight video (coming soon)!
I topped these with some handmade fondant roses and a veined leaf fondant cutter. If anyone is interested in a tutorial on how to make these roses let me know. I used a similar technique as my Gumdrop Roses.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Chocolate Covered Valentine Oreos
Here is a simple and fun way to dress up plain Oreo cookies for Valentine's Day, and anniversary or to show that special someone you care. Guess what inexpensive household item I used to make them in?!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
3 reasons I am loving this years Valentine's Day... and why you will too!
Besides the obvious 3 reasons I LOVE Valentine's Day: everything is pink, frilly and covered in chocolate... I have 3 other reasons to be extra excited about the season of LOVE this year... and I hope they get you a little more excited too!
Reason number one:
I have a reeeeeaaallllly fun giveaway for you guys next week, specially for Valentine's Day! The best part is, not only will someone win this special prize pack bundle giveaway... there are going to be TWO winners this time! Now, you will have to wait until Sunday to find out what it is but I will give you 3 hints:
Can't wait to share this with everyone, so be sure to come back all
next week to enter the giveaway for a chance to win! Any guesses on what the mystery product is?!
Reason number two:
Disney Family Fun Magazine contacted me to have my Candy Cupid's Arrows featured in this months Valentine's Day issue and on their website (yup... that's my name in the fine print at the top, just under the title) ;) This part may be a little more exciting for me, buuuut aside from all the other treats I made last year, I have a TON of new Valentine's Day inspired treats and recipe to make you a little more excited! I'm talking red velvet cake+cheesecake+frosting+homemade mini heart shaped pan=?... or how about some strawberries+3 kinds of chocolate mousse+mini flourless chocolate cakes+ganache=?... any more guesses on the incredible all-new small batch mini dessert recipes I have in store for you?!
Reason number three:
To celebrate Valentine's Day I am hosting a virtual Valentine's party, and you're invited! My virtual party is where bloggers from all over share what they are "bringing" to the virtual party on their own blogs over the next few weeks. On the day of the party I will showcase participants' posts with a link so readers all around the web can feast their eyes on a wonderful gallery of Valentine's Day inspired foods, crafts, decoration ideas, printables and more. I am "opening the Dollhouse doors" here at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe blog to anyone and everyone from the food and craft blogging community to join me and "bring" your favorite Valentine's Day recipes, tutorials, "how-to's" and ideas. It is a great way to bring the blogging community together and well as introduce readers to a bunch of fun new blogs they haven't discovered yet! Whether you have a small, large, new, or old blog, or write for a well known website, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. And for the readers, get ready to check out a bunch of fantastic Valentine's Day inspirations from all across the web, all in one place.
Well, there you have it! Hope everyone is ready for a super sweet month of giveaways, recipes, and Valentine's Day inspiration.
Hope you're just as excited as I am!
Lindsay Ann
Triple Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes {Small Batch - Yield: 8}
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Heart Shaped Churros!
Check out my heart shaped churros tutorial to create a Valentine's Day themed treat out of one of my most popular cupcake recipes!
Click here for the recipe
Give them a try, and be sure to share a photo on our Facebook page, I'd love to know how they turned out!
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Cheesecake Brownie Bars
Valentine's Inspiration
Get ready for brand new Valentine's Day recipes and treat tutorials all month long! But before the fun begins lets re-caps some of my favorites from last year! Which are your favorites?!
Click the links below to view the complete tutorials and recipes.
Marshmallow Valentine Teddy Pops
Giant Kisses
Chocolate Dipped Cakeberries
Gumdrop Roses
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Giant Ganache Cookie
Red Velvet Cupcakes
Cupid's Arrows
Chocolate Truffle Kisses
Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes
Sweetheart Cakewiches
Give them a try, and be sure to share a photo on our Facebook page, I'd love to know how they turned out!
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Sugar Baby Aprons Giveaway Winner
Thanks to everyone who entered our Sugar Baby Aprons Giveaway!
The results are in:
With her entry option to "Leave a blog post comment"
Congratulations Monica! You have won the Sugar Baby Aprons prize pack including: Sugar Baby Apron Of Your Choice With Matching Oven Mitt and Cute Eco Friendly Tote Bag {~$75.00 value}
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to Sugar Baby Aprons for sponsoring this giveaway for one lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe reader to win.
Giveaway: Sugar Baby Aprons
To start the new year off right we have some really fun giveaways for you! The first giveaway of 2012 is sponsored by Sugar Baby Aprons. Just by entering in this giveaway, one lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe reader will WIN a complete Sugar Baby Aprons prize pack!
Sugar Baby Aprons has a darling collection of fun, frilly aprons with adorable ruffles, bows, polka dots and patterns in both vintage and modern styles. They also have children's aprons and matching oven mitts to match. Check out their Apron Catalogue and let us know your favorite! Here are a few that I just love:
From the company:
"As Far back as I can remember I have always hade a facination with and admiration for the homemaker. Growing up I loved to watch shows like "leave it to beaver" imagining myself as June Cleaver. I loved the way she would keep the household running. I have always looked up to that kind of person. It was admiration for the Homemaker that inspired me to create Sugar Baby Aprons. In this day and age we can sometimes overlook the value and importance of the homemaker. Sugar Baby Aprons was created to help us remember just how important that person is. At Sugar Baby Aprons we want to put the Fun back in cooking. We want to put the sparkle into housekeeping, the Flare into entertaining and of course.... The Sexy back into the housewife!!"
a Rafflecopter giveaway
One winner will be chosen via random.org and announced Monday Jan 9, 2012 on our blog, and will be notified via the email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize before another winner is selected.
Personalized Chocolate Covered Strawberries
This is a really cute idea for Valentine's Day, an anniversary or a party. It is quick, simple and way more affordable than buying chocolate dipped strawberries at around $3 a piece from gourmet chocolate shops. The best part is, it is totally customizable. Create monograms, numbers, words or even designs!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Chocolate Coconut Cupcakes {Small Batch - Yield: 8}
This twist on the classic "Mounds" candy bar is made of a moist, rich dark chocolate cake, topped with a creamy coconut vanilla cream cheese frosting, and rolled in sweetened shredded coconut. Delish. Be sure to check out my Vegan "Almond Joy" Cake too!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
A little late than never... but I finally got a minute to share my Valentine's Day dessert with you! With its cute heart shape and small batch size, this cake is not only perfect for Valentine's Day but it is also great for an Anniversary or a romantic dessert for two. You can also skip the homemade heart pan and make a classic round cake to use for a party or special occasion any time of the year. This dessert involves a little extra work than simply making a traditional cake, but is so worth it. It is inspired by The Red Velvet Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory restaurant, but with my own personal miniature small batch twist and the addition of my original DIY disposable pan to create a heart shaped cheesecake without having to buy a springform pan!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
"My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Giveaway Winners!
Thanks to everyone who entered our "My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack Giveaway!
The results are in:
Congratulations to winners! You have both won a Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack!
VARIETY PACK INCLUDES 
- My Little Cake Ball (Ball shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Cupcake (Cupcake shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Cone (Cone Shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Sweetheart (Heart shaped cake pop mold)
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to My Little Cupcake for sponsoring this giveaway for two lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers to win.
Giveaway: "My Little Cupcake" Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack
This week two, that's right, TWO, luck Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers will have the chance to WIN an adorable cake pop mold Variety Pack including a ball, cone, heart and cupcake shaped cake pop mold by "My Little Cupcake"! With St. Patty's Day, Mother's Day, Easter, Spring and Birthdays just around the corner, these little molds would be a perfect addition to any themed celebration!
TWO LUCKY WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:
- 1 Cake Pop Mold Variety Pack
VARIETY PACK INCLUDES
- My Little Cake Ball (Ball shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Cupcake (Cupcake shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Cone (Cone Shaped cake pop mold)
- My Little Sweetheart (Heart shaped cake pop mold)
I am so happy to be able to offer this prize pack to two of my readers. The best part is you can use no-bake fillings like the no-bake Oreo truffle filling I used for my Halloween rat & spider truffles.
You can also use a classic cake and frosting filling like I used in my Red Velvet Strawberry Cake Bites... how perfect would the cone shaped mold be for making these:
The molds are super simple to use, simply press your cake pop or no-bake filling mixture into the mold to create your desired shape. Pop them out and dip in melted chocolate or candy melts. Add a stick if desired and decorate! Easy as 1-2-3
You create all kinds of flavors or decorations to match any occasion or party and really impress your guests!
With or without a stick they are just darling. Even create a stand out of some pieces of styrofoam, available at your local arts and crafts store, perfect for parties!
These adorable molds are perfect for every occasion, and with St. Patrick's Day, Easter and Mother's Day just around the corner,"My Little Cupcake" has inspiration for every holiday on their blog. Their molds are so versatile, you can use them to create just about any shape or character.
Want to win the Cake Pop Mold Prize Pack?!
**Fill out the form below for multiple chances to win**
Giveaway opens for entries Monday Feb. 13, 2012 at 12:00am EST and closes on Sunday Feb. 19, 2012 at 11:59pm EST
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a Rafflecopter giveaway
Giveaway opens for entries Monday Feb. 13, 2012 at 12:00am EST and closes on Sunday Feb. 19, 2012 at 11:59pm EST
(If you are viewing this post in an email or in a reader (via RSS feed) make sure you click the heading/title to be directed to the original post to be able view the entry form below and enter to win!)
a Rafflecopter giveaway
One winner will be chosen via random.org and announced Monday Feb 20, 2012 on our blog, and will be notified via the email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize before another winner is selected.
This Dollhouse Bake Shoppe giveaway is sponsored and shipped by My Little Cupcake. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal USA residents only. For more information and details about our giveaways, see our Official Giveaway Terms & Conditions
This Dollhouse Bake Shoppe giveaway is sponsored and shipped by My Little Cupcake. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal USA residents only. For more information and details about our giveaways, see our Official Giveaway Terms & Conditions
Good Luck!!!
Lindsay AnnValentine's Day Roundup
Click the links below to view our step-by-step treat tutorials and love inspired recipes, to make this Valentine's Day extra sweet. Give them a try, and be sure to share a picture on our Facebook page, or email a photo to MyCreation@dollhousebakeshoppe.com!
Fun Valentine's Day Treat Tutorials:
Valentine Teddy Marshmallow Pops
Giant Kiss Filled Kisses
Cakeberries (Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cake Bites)
Simple Gumdrop Roses
Candy Cupid's Arrows
(Featured in Disney Family Fun Magazine!)
DIY Edible Chocolate Box Filled With Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Flower Fruit Pops
Valentine's Day Recipes:
Mini 6" Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake (Made in a DIY disposable heart shaped pan)
Simple Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries
Brownie Sundaes for 2
Red Velvet Rose Water Cupcakes
Chocolate Covered Valentine Oreos
Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes
Chocolate Covered Shortbread Caramel Bites (Twix Bites)
Cheesecake Brownies
Triple Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes
Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes
Chocolate Truffles
Personalized Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate Chip Cookie Sundaes For 2
Churro Hearts
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Giant Ganache Cookie
Chocolate Truffle Kisses
Sweetheart Cakewiches
Chocolate Cherry Cream Cupcakes
Miniature Love Pies
French Toast Hearts
Magic Flourless Chocolate Cookies (Low Fat, Gluten Free)
5 Minute Ice Cream For 2
For even more fun Valentine's Day inspiration, stop by our Virtual Valentines Party for fun Valentine's day decor, printables, recipes, tutorials and more, from bloggers across the web!
Happy Valentines Day,
Lindsay Ann
DIY Edible Chocolate Box Filled With Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
What could be better than receiving a box of truffles or chocolate dipped strawberries? If the box itself was made out of chocolate, of course! Making edible chocolate boxes is so simple, I can't believe I didn't think of this before. They make a really impressive gift or you can use them as a table centerpiece at a party. Best part is you can customize them to make any size or shape you want and fill them with anything from fruit to store bought candies, homemade chocolates, and more!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Virtual Valentine's Day Party!
Valentine's Day is one of my
favorite holidays to make fun treats for. I love it mainly because
everything about it is pink, frilly and covered in chocolate, it
couldn't be sweeter.
My virtual party is where bloggers from all over share what they are "bringing" to the virtual party on their own blogs and on the day of the party everyone's creations are showcased so readers all around the web can feast their eyes on a wonderful gallery of Valentine's Day inspired foods, crafts, decoration ideas, printables and more. I am "opening the Dollhouse doors" here at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe blog to anyone and everyone from the food and craft blogging community to join me and "bring" your favorite Valentine's Day recipes, tutorials, "how-to's" and ideas. It is a great way to bring the blogging community together and well as introduce readers to a bunch of fun new blogs they haven't discovered yet! Whether you have a small, large, new, or old blog, or write for a well known website, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. And for the readers, get ready to check out a bunch of fantastic Valentine's Day inspirations from all across the web, all in one place. We have a fabulous group of some of my favorite bloggers participating, so check it out ans feel free to spread the word to make this virtual Valentine's party a real hit!
Simple Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries
This simple chocolate whipped cream has a mousse-like texture. It can be used as a dip for fruit, a or even a topping on cakes. I love the look of the mousse piped into strawberries, like I did in my No-Bake Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries!
You're Invited to a Virtual Valentine's Party!
WELCOME TO
DOLLHOUSE BAKE SHOPPE'S
*VIRTUAL VALENTINES PARTY*
*VIRTUAL VALENTINES PARTY*
So glad you stopped by! I've put together a party compilation featuring Valentine's Day decor, recipes,
inspirations and freebies from some of my favorite bloggers and
submitting participants across the web. Click around and be sure to
comment on your favorite posts to show some love and spread the
Valentine's Day joy across the blogosphere. Enjoy!
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Table Centerpiece
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Room Decor
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Wall Decor
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Party Banner
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Cupcake Toppers/Goody Bag Tags
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Candy Bar Labels/Mini Valentine Cards
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Party Games
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PARTY FAVORS
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BRUNCH MENU
Pancakes
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Pastries
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Fruit
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LUNCH MENU
Main Course
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Drinks
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Cake Pops
Candy
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Snack Mix
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Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
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Frozen Treats
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Butter Cookies
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Cake Truffles/Bites
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Sandwich Cookies
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Chocolates
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Roundup of Treats by Hungry Happenings
Roundup of Treats by Sweetology
Valentines Heart Lollipops by Pint Sized Baker
Sweet Romance Valentine's Cookies by The Enchanted Oven
Floating Heart Candles by Sweet Bee Candles
Sweet Romance Valentine's Cookies by The Enchanted Oven
Floating Heart Candles by Sweet Bee Candles
Red Velvet Valentine Cupcakes by DJ Sugar Shack
Lingerie Cookies by Carrie's Creations
Conversation Heart Cake Pops by Sweet Simple Stuff
Want to participate in the virtual party, it's not too late?! Here's how:
- Publish a post/article on your blogs/site (with a link back to the virtual party post) sharing what you are “bringing” to the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Virtual Valentine's Party.
This can be a recipe (desserts, appetizers, snacks, drinks, party
foods, etc.), craft tutorial, printable, decoration idea, party game,
art project, or anything related to Valentine's Day that you would like
to share, for readers all across the web to try at home. (Old posts from
last year or posts that already have been published
still count, as long as you link up to them with a photo in a new post
sharing that this is what you are bringing.)
- Once your post/article is published on your blog/site, email the URL of the post to me at LindsayAnn@dollhousebakeshoppe.com so I can add it to the party!
- Spread the word and enjoy!
Don't forget to check out the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Valentine's Day roundup for more fun recipes and inspiration!
Happy Groundhog's Day & A Simple Snowman Pop Tutorial to celebrate 6 more weeks of winter
Happy Groundhog's Day, or rather un-happy depending on your seasonal preference. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, meaning 6 more weeks of winter :/ ...Well on the bright side, now I can keep posting recipes for my favorite cold weather comfort treats!
To celebrate the last few weeks of winter, here are some simple snowman pops you can make to keep the winter spirit alive.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Fun Valentine Baking!
It's not to late to order! With Valentine's Day right around the corner, check out these fun Valentine themed baking products.
Heart Filled Cake Pan Set
Easily create amazing filled cakes and more. You’ll serve delicious filling in every slice! The patented recessed design creates a contour you can fill with ice cream, fruit, mousse and more - just bake, fill, flip and frost! Set includes two 8.5 x 2.75 in. non-stick pans with heart center, bonus recipe book with delicious recipe ideas and complete instructions. Non-stick steel. Order here.
Heart Whisk & Measuring Spoon Set
Add a spoonfull of love with this adorable love inspired measuring spoon and whisk set. Each set contains a wire whisk and the famous “Love Beyond Measure” measuring spoon set. The 6” x 1 ½” whisk is made of sturdy stainless steel with a cheerful heart accent on the handle and an outer and inner wire whisk that playfully forms a heart shape. The various sized stainless steel spoons are connected at the handle with a hanging ring and have a heart shaped spoon design with a love saying on each handle including: “a heap of love,” “a spoonful of affection,” “a dash of tenderness” and “a pinch of joy.” Each set comes in a deluxe clear topped box with a black velvet insert and black heart design base, tied with a white organza bow and an attached heart shaped “For You” tag, perfect for party favors or gift giving. Order here.
Add a spoonfull of love with this adorable love inspired measuring spoon and whisk set. Each set contains a wire whisk and the famous “Love Beyond Measure” measuring spoon set. The 6” x 1 ½” whisk is made of sturdy stainless steel with a cheerful heart accent on the handle and an outer and inner wire whisk that playfully forms a heart shape. The various sized stainless steel spoons are connected at the handle with a hanging ring and have a heart shaped spoon design with a love saying on each handle including: “a heap of love,” “a spoonful of affection,” “a dash of tenderness” and “a pinch of joy.” Each set comes in a deluxe clear topped box with a black velvet insert and black heart design base, tied with a white organza bow and an attached heart shaped “For You” tag, perfect for party favors or gift giving. Order here.
Heart Confetti Sprinkles
Add a sprinkle of love to your cupcakes, cakes, cookies and more with these edible confetti sprinkles! Available in red or multi colored! Order here.
Valentine's Day Cupcake Kit
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Hamilton Beach Pink Mixer Giveaway Winners
Thanks to everyone who entered our Hamilton Beach Pink Hand Mixer Giveaway!
The results are in:
Congratulations to Shelly B. and Andrea K.! You have won a Hamilton Beach prize pack including: A 6 speed Pink Hand Mixer Complete With Storage Case and Bonus Cupcake Decorating Kit {That's a $44.98 VALUE!}
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to Hamilton Beach for sponsoring this giveaway for two lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers to win.
Chocolate Covered Shortbread Caramel Bites (Twix Bites)
One of my favorite candy bars is a Twix bar.... that is, until they came out with Peanut Butter Twix and Java Twix candy bars! For some reason they don't carry these in every grocery store, so I knew I had to re-create this decadent treat... in bite sized form, of course ;)
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Giveaway: Hamilton Beach Pink Hand Mixer With Storage Case and Bonus Cupcake Decorating Kit
Last week I told everyone about a very exciting giveaway in my "3 reasons I am loving this years Valentine's Day... and why you will too!" post... well it is finally here and many of you guessed it right! This week two, that's right, TWO, luck Dollhouse Bake Shoppe readers will WIN this adorable all-new pink hand mixer complete with storage case and a bonus cupcake decorating kit with idea/recipe book included by Hamilton Beach! Just in time for Valentine's Day this is our gift to you, so hurry and enter to win and you could be using this perfect pink mixer to bake up some perfect pink Valentine's Day treats!
TWO LUCKY WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:
- 1 Hamilton Beach Pink Hand Mixer Complete With Storage Case
PRODUCT FEATURES
- 6 speed hand mixer with 275 watts peak power
- Wire beaters
- QuickBurst™ button
- Bowl Rest™on bottom of mixer
- Convenient storage case to keep mixer and decorating kit neatly together
- Bonus Cupcake Decorating Kit
KIT INCLUDES
- 4 stainless steel decorating tips
- 8 disposable icing bags
- 72 paper cupcake liners
- Icing spatula
- 24-page color booklet with recipe & design ideas
I am so happy to be able to offer this prize pack to two of my readers. This adorable, light weight hand mixer is so powerful underneath it's cute pink exterior, with 275 watts of power. It has six speeds, and an additional QuickBurst™ button that gives additional power. My favorite part of this hand mixer (besides the fact that is it PINK!) is the Bowl Rest™ on the bottom of the mixer. The one thing that annoys me most about my hand mixer is that it drips all over the counter when I put it down to add more ingredients. I try and balance the beaters over the bowl, but is always ends up falling over, and making a mess everywhere... until I got this one! It makes clean up so much easier.
The bonus cupcake decorating kit is such a neat addition. It has a complete booklet with ideas for every holiday, basic recipes, and everything you need to decorate your cupcakes. Best of all it all comes packed in a convenient storage case that keeps the mixer and decorating kit neatly together!
Want to win the Pink Mixer & Decorating Kit Prize Pack?!
**Fill out the form below for multiple chances to win**
Giveaway opens for entries Monday Jan. 23, 2012 at 12:01am EST and closes on Sunday Jan. 29, 2012 at 11:59pm EST
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a Rafflecopter giveaway
One winner will be chosen via random.org and announced Monday Jan 30, 2012 on our blog, and will be notified via the email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize before another winner is selected.
This Dollhouse Bake Shoppe giveaway is sponsored and shipped by Hamilton Beach. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal USA residents only. For more information and details about our giveaways, see our Official Giveaway Terms & Conditions
(If you are viewing this post in an email or in a reader (via RSS feed) make sure you click the heading/title to be directed to the original post to be able view the entry form below and enter to win!)
a Rafflecopter giveaway
One winner will be chosen via random.org and announced Monday Jan 30, 2012 on our blog, and will be notified via the email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize before another winner is selected.
This Dollhouse Bake Shoppe giveaway is sponsored and shipped by Hamilton Beach. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal USA residents only. For more information and details about our giveaways, see our Official Giveaway Terms & Conditions
Good Luck,
Lindsay Ann
Lindsay Ann
P.S. Don't forget to check out our Virtual Valentine's Party invite (click here) to share your creations with readers all across the web and join in on the fun!
We will be celebrating on Sunday, February 5, 2012 with a virtual showcase of everyone's Valentine's Day posts!
Individual Brownie Sundaes
After making my individual cookie sundaes and my individual apple crisps, I had to recreate the idea in brownie form for all you chocolate lovers out there (and because Valentine's Day is coming up and this would be a perfect way to impress that special someone *wink*wink*). This mini-batch recipe for "Brownies for 2" is quick and simple to put together. The fudgy brownies bake up perfectly in individual ramekins and topped with ice cream, a cherry and the works, and you have two incredibly easy and delicious brownie sundaes great for a weekend treat for the kids or a romantic dessert for 2. The recipe also doubles easily if you want to make more.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Red Velvet Rose Water Cupcakes
I came up with this recipe while competing on Food Network's Cupcake Wars: Battle of the Champions "Rose Parade" episode in season 2, after my WIN on the series premiere show! The theme of the show was to create cupcakes for the 2011 Tournament of Roses. I knew I wanted to top my cupcake with the iconic red rose in their logo, so I thought it would be perfect to make my fluffy, moist red velvet cupcakes. To really tie the theme into my cupcakes, I added a fragrant touch of rose water into the frosting. Click here to see the episode recap with photos and a highlight video (coming soon)!
I topped these with some handmade fondant roses and a veined leaf fondant cutter. If anyone is interested in a tutorial on how to make these roses let me know. I used a similar technique as my Gumdrop Roses.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Chocolate Covered Valentine Oreos
Here is a simple and fun way to dress up plain Oreo cookies for Valentine's Day, and anniversary or to show that special someone you care. Guess what inexpensive household item I used to make them in?!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
3 reasons I am loving this years Valentine's Day... and why you will too!
Besides the obvious 3 reasons I LOVE Valentine's Day: everything is pink, frilly and covered in chocolate... I have 3 other reasons to be extra excited about the season of LOVE this year... and I hope they get you a little more excited too!
Reason number one:
I have a reeeeeaaallllly fun giveaway for you guys next week, specially for Valentine's Day! The best part is, not only will someone win this special prize pack bundle giveaway... there are going to be TWO winners this time! Now, you will have to wait until Sunday to find out what it is but I will give you 3 hints:
- It might just become the most useful pink appliance you have in your kitchen... yes, it is pink (also the #1 reason why I love it so much and know you will too!)
- It is really helpful for making cakes, cookies, cheesecakes and other desserts.
- It fits in that little white case pictured below and as an added bonus it is going to come with all of these cupcake decorating products:
Reason number two:
Disney Family Fun Magazine contacted me to have my Candy Cupid's Arrows featured in this months Valentine's Day issue and on their website (yup... that's my name in the fine print at the top, just under the title) ;) This part may be a little more exciting for me, buuuut aside from all the other treats I made last year, I have a TON of new Valentine's Day inspired treats and recipe to make you a little more excited! I'm talking red velvet cake+cheesecake+frosting+homemade mini heart shaped pan=?... or how about some strawberries+3 kinds of chocolate mousse+mini flourless chocolate cakes+ganache=?... any more guesses on the incredible all-new small batch mini dessert recipes I have in store for you?!
Reason number three:
To celebrate Valentine's Day I am hosting a virtual Valentine's party, and you're invited! My virtual party is where bloggers from all over share what they are "bringing" to the virtual party on their own blogs over the next few weeks. On the day of the party I will showcase participants' posts with a link so readers all around the web can feast their eyes on a wonderful gallery of Valentine's Day inspired foods, crafts, decoration ideas, printables and more. I am "opening the Dollhouse doors" here at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe blog to anyone and everyone from the food and craft blogging community to join me and "bring" your favorite Valentine's Day recipes, tutorials, "how-to's" and ideas. It is a great way to bring the blogging community together and well as introduce readers to a bunch of fun new blogs they haven't discovered yet! Whether you have a small, large, new, or old blog, or write for a well known website, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. And for the readers, get ready to check out a bunch of fantastic Valentine's Day inspirations from all across the web, all in one place.
I am so excited
and can't wait to see what everyone else has to share
so please help me spread the word to make this virtual Valentine's party
a real hit! We already have such a great group of some fantastic bloggers joining in so be sure not to miss out!
Well, there you have it! Hope everyone is ready for a super sweet month of giveaways, recipes, and Valentine's Day inspiration.
Hope you're just as excited as I am!
Lindsay Ann
Triple Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes {Small Batch - Yield: 8}
Introducing the ultimate chocolate indulgence for all you chocoholics out there, like me. My Triple Chocolate Truffle Cupcake recipe makes a deep fudgy chocolate cupcake, topped with rich chocolate ganache, and studded with chocolate chips. Like a truffle on top of a cupcake! Even fill your truffle cupcakes with fruit filling if desired.
Heart Shaped Churros!
Check out my heart shaped churros tutorial to create a Valentine's Day themed treat out of one of my most popular cupcake recipes!
Click here for the recipe
Give them a try, and be sure to share a photo on our Facebook page, I'd love to know how they turned out!
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Cheesecake Brownie Bars
A perfect way to combine two of my favorite desserts! A buttery, brown sugar graham crust, beneath fudgy brownies, swirled with a cool, creamy cheesecake mixture... sinfully decadent! My next conquest will be to create another incredible combination like chocolate chip cookie brownies... or how about a cookie dough cheesecake?! Mmmmm... I'll get back to you on those, but for now, I introduce my cheesecake brownies. I prefer these cold, straight from the fridge, so you get a nice cool chocolatey cheesecake texture!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Valentine's Inspiration
Get ready for brand new Valentine's Day recipes and treat tutorials all month long! But before the fun begins lets re-caps some of my favorites from last year! Which are your favorites?!
Click the links below to view the complete tutorials and recipes.
Marshmallow Valentine Teddy Pops
Giant Kisses
Chocolate Dipped Cakeberries
Gumdrop Roses
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Giant Ganache Cookie
Red Velvet Cupcakes
Cupid's Arrows
Chocolate Truffle Kisses
Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes
Sweetheart Cakewiches
Give them a try, and be sure to share a photo on our Facebook page, I'd love to know how they turned out!
Happy Baking,
Lindsay Ann
Sugar Baby Aprons Giveaway Winner
Thanks to everyone who entered our Sugar Baby Aprons Giveaway!
The results are in:
With her entry option to "Leave a blog post comment"
Congratulations Monica! You have won the Sugar Baby Aprons prize pack including: Sugar Baby Apron Of Your Choice With Matching Oven Mitt and Cute Eco Friendly Tote Bag {~$75.00 value}
We will be emailing you with the details. You will have 48 hours to respond (or email us at info@dollhousebakeshoppe.com) and claim your prize before another winner is selected.
Didn't win this time? Don't worry! We have a lot more exciting giveaways coming up, so stay tuned and good luck next time!
Thank you to Sugar Baby Aprons for sponsoring this giveaway for one lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe reader to win.
Giveaway: Sugar Baby Aprons
To start the new year off right we have some really fun giveaways for you! The first giveaway of 2012 is sponsored by Sugar Baby Aprons. Just by entering in this giveaway, one lucky Dollhouse Bake Shoppe reader will WIN a complete Sugar Baby Aprons prize pack!
One lucky winner will receive:
- 1 Sugar Baby apron of their choice
- 1 adorable matching oven mitt
- 1 Eco friendly tote bag
Sugar Baby Aprons has a darling collection of fun, frilly aprons with adorable ruffles, bows, polka dots and patterns in both vintage and modern styles. They also have children's aprons and matching oven mitts to match. Check out their Apron Catalogue and let us know your favorite! Here are a few that I just love:
From the company:
"As Far back as I can remember I have always hade a facination with and admiration for the homemaker. Growing up I loved to watch shows like "leave it to beaver" imagining myself as June Cleaver. I loved the way she would keep the household running. I have always looked up to that kind of person. It was admiration for the Homemaker that inspired me to create Sugar Baby Aprons. In this day and age we can sometimes overlook the value and importance of the homemaker. Sugar Baby Aprons was created to help us remember just how important that person is. At Sugar Baby Aprons we want to put the Fun back in cooking. We want to put the sparkle into housekeeping, the Flare into entertaining and of course.... The Sexy back into the housewife!!"
Want to win a Sugar Baby Apron Prize Pack?!
**Fill out the form below for multiple chances to win**
(If you are viewing this post in an email or via rss (in a reader) make sure you click here to the original post to be able view the entry form below and enter to win)
(If you are viewing this post in an email or via rss (in a reader) make sure you click here to the original post to be able view the entry form below and enter to win)
a Rafflecopter giveaway
One winner will be chosen via random.org and announced Monday Jan 9, 2012 on our blog, and will be notified via the email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize before another winner is selected.
This Dollhouse Bake Shoppe giveaway is sponsored and shipped by Sugar Baby Aprons. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal USA and Canadian residents only. For more information and details about our giveaways, see our Official Giveaway Terms & Conditions
Good luck!!!
Good luck!!!
Personalized Chocolate Covered Strawberries
This is a really cute idea for Valentine's Day, an anniversary or a party. It is quick, simple and way more affordable than buying chocolate dipped strawberries at around $3 a piece from gourmet chocolate shops. The best part is, it is totally customizable. Create monograms, numbers, words or even designs!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO MAKE THEM!
Chocolate Coconut Cupcakes {Small Batch - Yield: 8}
This twist on the classic "Mounds" candy bar is made of a moist, rich dark chocolate cake, topped with a creamy coconut vanilla cream cheese frosting, and rolled in sweetened shredded coconut. Delish. Be sure to check out my Vegan "Almond Joy" Cake too!
