Nerdalicious Cupcake

Looking for a colourful, sugarfilled cupcake for the kids, or big kids, in your life?  This Nerdalicious Cupcake will definitely hit the spot!  Not only do the nerds add fun colours throughout the cake and icing, but it also adds a tangy flavour.  To make this cupcake you'll need... Vanilla Cake Mix (plus ingredients to make the cake...usually...

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Cupcakes for a Cause (Round 2)

As promised, I put up another dozen cupcakes in my work’s IWK online auction.  There were several bids, but I’m pleased to say that the colleague who was in a bidding war during the last round won!  Second time’s the charm SB!  Hope you plan to share the cupcakes with your wonderful staff.  I wonder if you’ll choose a post or let...

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Caramel-WOW Cupcake

This creation is like an oversized chocolate covered caramel square, but in cupcake form. It also combines two of the gooeyest ingredients - Caramel and Marshmallow - into a tasty treat that will make you say WOW!  To make this sweet, sticky creation you'll need... Marble Cake Mix (plus ingredients to make the cake...usually eggs, oil, and water) 1/4...

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Thanks Duncan Hines!

Since starting my blog I've had several contests forwarded my way that have had to do with either cupcakes or baking in general.  I've only entered a two so far, but the second one scored me a secondary prize!  Big shout out to Duncan Hines for the kind cash prize that will help fund my baking for this blog. To all my friends, family, and...

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Red Velvet Cupcake

I'm not sure what  I love more about Red Velvet Cupcakes, the chocolate mouth coating texture of the cake or the mouth watering cream cheese icing - YUM!  I have made Red Velvet Cupcakes from scratch and I have to say, my Faking Fancy Red Velvet Cupcake recipe rivals, if not beats, that recipe.  To pull this one off you'll need... ...

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Cupcakes for a Cause (Round 1)

By weekend and weeknight I may bake, but by day I have a real job...and by a real job I mean a paying job.  The company I work for supports many different charities including the local children's hospital - the IWK.  As an annual fundraiser there is a silent auction where all proceeds go to the IWK.  This year I was kindly asked if I...

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Turtle Cupcake

Craving the perfect mix of caramel, chocolate and pecans?  Instead of picking up a box of turtles, why not make this yummy turtle inspired cupcake.  Or better yet, get both!  After all, turtles never go to waste and you can always garnish your cupcakes with turtles too!  For this delicious take on a turtle cupcake-style you'll need... Chocolate...

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