I couldn’t help myself! I was busy editing an article for quick and easy desserts when this adorable email appeared in my inbox. The subject read “how to make cupcakes” and per usual the word cupcake required my immediate attention. It was cute, adorable, messy and perfect. Right away I knew I would not be able to resist sharing it with you. I am certain some of you will already have seen these pictures but still I thought it would fit perfectly with my dessert article and I had a feeling that all other fanatical cupcake followers will appreciate, adore and possibly get the exact same warm fuzzy feeling I got when I saw it.
photography by: Source unknown
And since I am in the sharing frame of mind and you are all probably wondering how the move went, I will share with you that I had my own cute mischievous helpers. They made bigger messes, had me running all over the place and stretched out the whole process, but they made me laugh hysterically through all of it. Here are some snaps of my four legged babies, aren’t they just adorable? I am happy to say that all four of us are settled in nicely into our new home and I am even happier to report that I am back in the kitchen and into the swing of things. Yee-ha!
photography by: Nicholette von Reiche
It's October and if you are in America you will find it hard to escape the Halloween spirit. There are pumpkins, spider’s webs, skeletons and fun Halloween stores everywhere. But, instead of baking pumpkin pies and carving out pumpkins this year, I had a huge sweet tooth to curb. After lots of mixing, baking, playing and bowl licking I am thrilled to share these outrageously delicious desserts with you. Although I am somewhat embarrassed so say that they are not covered in fake blood, nor have any teeth, finger nails or eyeballs popping out of them. These desserts are not even in the least bit bizarre. What is frightening though is how quick and easy they are to make. I think they are perfect for the upcoming holiday season crammed with dinner parties and indoor events with loved ones. So go ahead dear readers, work your magic and surprise your guests with these dainty treats.
Until next time, have a spooky Halloween and take good care.
photography by: Louis Hiemstra
View desserts here:
10-minute chocolate cakes
Blueberry and mascarpone tiramisu
Gooseberry, chocolate and coconut tarts
Plum and white chocolate tart
Crushed meringie with boozy plums and strawberries