Cupcake Apothecary

Cookie Monster Cupcakes (Not the best)

So, I just saw a picture of these today and decided to do them... Only problem: I make my own frosting and today it would not come out thick enough. No matter how much powdered sugar I put in it! Usually, it's not a problem... I'll have to use store bought ones next time. Anyways, since I'm so disappointed in them I'm just going to show a picture, not a tutorial.

They are supposed to be "fluffy" and the frosting just kept sliding off!

I'm sorry they look horrible, I'll have to re-post if and when I make them again!

What I Actually Made at Work Today!!!

Yes, This one WAS indeed for today!

Customer came in wanting a birthday cake for his daughter, Lily.

She wanted a big ol' rainbow in the background, so I did!

I actually really liked this cake!

Except I made one mistake that my supervisor is going to have to fix in the morning, since I don't work tomorrow.... I forgot the dot on top the "i" so it looks like an "e"... Sigh

What do you think?

What I made at work, Retirement Cake

I have mixed feelings about this one.

I didn't have much free reign, The customer wanted in big letter QUITTER in orange and a yellow lining around it.

The lining was what screwed me up. I think it could have gone without.

Thoughts?

What I made at work, Cars Cake

I know I'm not the best at writing on cakes, but I'm trying to get used to it and not get too nervous when actually writing. Any advice?

What I made at work for Easter, Late, I know.

I've made quite a few cakes at work and I never posted them! So, now I'll post all of them!

Jalapeno Chedder Corn Bread

I've been craving these for a while, So I whipped some up and of course had to make some changes along the way! Gotta make it your own!

What you need:

1 1/2 cups cornmeal

1/2 flour

7 tablespoons sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

2 eggs

1 cup milk

1/4 cup Vegetable oil

1/4 cup jalapeno peppers, finely chopped

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, for garnish

What you need to do:

Preheat oven to 400

Mix together all dry ingredients together in a bowl, stir to rid of lumps.

Stir in another bowl, eggs, milk and oil.

Slowly add in your wet mix in your dry mix, while stirring.

Once mixed until smooth, add Jalapenos.

And your cheese

Pour into cupcake pan or regular pan.

Bake at 400 for 12-15 minutes. Poke it with a toothpick to see if it comes out clean.

Once done, place a pinch of cheese on top!

Enjoy!

P.S. I added a bit of honey on top, really made the jalapenos pop!

Linked to:
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It's a Keeper Thursday
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Wishlist Wednesday 第三 (Number three in Chinese)

Sorry, I was not able to post earlier! I was working all day long! It was a very long day... Onto my wish list!

I am out to make the perfect macaron! I made one before, but it came out looking... I don't know how... Check it out HERE ... doesn't look like this photo, does it?

Tips? Advice? Perfect Macaron recipe? Anyone?

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Peanut Butter Granola Bar Cookies

Super (and by super, I mean SUPER) easy to make! Great alternative to plain ol' peanut butter cookies!

What you need:

1 box of white cake mix

1 stick of butter

2 eggs

4-6 sweet and salty peanut butter granola bars

1/2 cup peanut butter chips

1 1/2 tsp shortening

Preheat you oven to 350.

In a mixer, mix together cake mix, butter, and eggs until smooth.

Using a tsp or a cookie scoop, drop some 2 inches apart.

Bake 10-12 minutes.

Let cool for 10 minutes.

Move to a cookie rack and cool completely for 20 minutes.

Since I do not have a microwave, I used a small pot to melt my peanut butter chips on low. I added a tiny tsp of creamy peanut butter so it wouldn't burn and added the shortening.

Grab your self a cup and put a zip lock baggy inside of it and wrap the edges around the lip of cup.

Like so.

Whether using microwave or stove, Pour in zip lock baggy.

Cut a tiny hole on the corner and drizzle some melted peanut butter on the cookies.

Let dry. I placed them in the fridge for just 5 minutes.

Next time, I think I'm going to do some peanut butter drizzle and some chocolate drizzle to go with it!

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Sweet Indulgences Sunday
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Mangia Monday
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This Chick Cooks Linky Party
Cajun Sugar Pie

A Themed Bakers Sunday # 8

Sorry this was so delayed but last night I went out with friends and today I had to work!

Lets see who made it!!!

NUMBER 6

Orange Crush Cupcakes By: Shugary Sweets

NUMBER 5

Meyer Lemon Cupcakes By: Indulge

NUMBER 4

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes By: Bite of Sweetness

NUMBER 3

Grapefruit, Honey, Lavender Cupcakes By: Baking for the Boys

NUMBER 2

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes By: Melissa's Cuisine

Annnndddd... NUMBER 1...

Mini Firework Cupcakes By: Lady Behind the Curtain

CONGRATS EVERYONE! Make sure to grab a I was Featured button --->

So what's next?

COOKIES!!

Apple Cupcakes

Ok, I made these simple and awesome cupcakes a while back before I had a blog, but I wasn't able to take many pictures of how to do it! So here it is!