Monday, October 31, 2011
Monday, October 24, 2011
Fall In Love.....
A beautiful fall day to Fall in Love.
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| My new brother-in-law and I at the reception hall. |
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| Guests' favor cookie |
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| Wedding Cake (Frontal View) |
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| Wedding Cake (Side View) |
Last Wild Night Out
A hot pink and zebra theme was the decor for my sister's bridal shower/bachelorette party.
It was her "Last Wild Night Out" as a single lady. Hope you enjoyed it, sis!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Toy Story
Yeeehawwww Woody, Rex, and Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue!
If you or your child is a fan, then this adorable Toy Story cake
is a must for your next birthday celebration. To infinity and beyond!
If you or your child is a fan, then this adorable Toy Story cake
is a must for your next birthday celebration. To infinity and beyond!
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Musical Notes
If you or your child love music this is a great way to celebrate a musical/band performance.
It is a perfect treat to take to your school's music show or as an alternative, you can even individually wrap them in a clear treat bag and give as a gift.
It is a perfect treat to take to your school's music show or as an alternative, you can even individually wrap them in a clear treat bag and give as a gift.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Pea in a Pod Collection - Cupcake Toppers
This Pea in a Pod collection is a great choice for a mother who is expecting twins. This cupcake topper collection features 4 different designs in this vibrant color palette - pink, lime green, and white. Not only are you celebrating your twins' arrival but the family as a whole with the complete pod including the parents. Cupcake toppers also include the baby carriage, baby bottle and baby bib.
*Each topper is made-to-order. Please let me know if you would like different colors, as well as your event date.
*Each topper is made-to-order. Please let me know if you would like different colors, as well as your event date.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Thomas the Train
Thomas the Train seems to be back on the children's list of popular characters. I made this cake for my son back in January but this time we needed a lot more cake. More cake? No problem. The base of the cake became the railroad track and its rocky terrain. Kaya also wanted some pirate-themed favor cookies to share with his friends on his special day. There was a little bit of everything to make everyone enjoy the day. Wishing you a very Happy 3rd Birthday, Kaya!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Angel Mevlüt Cookie/Melek Mevlüt Kurabiye
These angel cookies were made for little baby Nehir. She celebrated her Mevlüt (a religious ceremony) with her family this past weekend. The cookie includes the angel, a butterfly and 'evil eye' symbol or nazar boncu (bon-jo) in Turkish. The evil eye symbol brings protection and good luck to all. God bless you, Nehir.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Chicago Bulls/Basketball Theme
Happy Birthday, Derin! Derin turned 7 this year and loves the Chicago Bulls.
He requested a Chicago Bulls cake and basketball favor cookies to go with his
birthday theme. Gooo Bulls!
He requested a Chicago Bulls cake and basketball favor cookies to go with his
birthday theme. Gooo Bulls!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Chocolate Ganache Recipe
If you're not a big fan of fondant or buttercream frosting you have to try this wonderful chocolate ganache recipe. What is chocolate ganache?
Chocolate ganache (pronounced: gah NASH) is simply melted chocolate and cream melted together. I found a recipe that adds a little butter and some vanilla extract for taste, but overall ganache is composed of these to main ingredients. The ganache can be used warm as a fudge sauce or poured over a cake as a glaze or filling. And that's not all. When lightly whipped, ganache becomes an extraordinary creamy filling.
BONUS: It is also the perfect alternative to buttercream frosting if you are looking to for a "healthier" frosting.
I've added a recipe below for those of you looking to try something new. Hope you like like it.
Ganache and Whipped Ganache
for 2 cups:
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
1 TBSP unsalted butter
9 oz. (255 g) bittersweeet chocolate, chopped, or
1 1/2 cups (255g) bittersweet chocolate chips
1 Tsp vanilla extract
In a medium saucepan, heat the cream and butter over low heat until the cream is hot and the butter melts. The hot cream mixture should form tiny bubbles and measure about 175 degrees F(80 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer; do not let the mixture boil as skin might form on the top. If this happens, use a spoon to lift off the skin and discard it. Remove the pan from the heat, add the chocolate, and let stand in the hot cream mixture for about 20 seconds to soften. Whisk the ganache just until all of the chocolate is melted and the ganache is smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
If the ganache will be poured or spread, let it cool and thicken slightly, about 30 minutes. It can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 week; if it becomes too firm, it can be warmed over low heat, stirring to soften it evenly.
To make whipped ganache, cover the warm ganache and let stand at room temperature until firm, 3 to 4 hours, depending on the quantity and the temperature of your kitchen. Or, cover and refrigerate the ganache until the edges are firm and the center is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 hours.
Place the cold ganache in a bowl and whisk until it changes from a dark chocolate color to a medium chocolate color and thickens slightly, about 30 seconds. The whipped mixture should look lighter in color-similar to a dark, good-quality milk chocolate. Use immediately on your choice of cake or cupcakes.
Recipe: Chocolate Cakes: 50 great cakes for every occasion by Elinor Klivans
Chocolate ganache (pronounced: gah NASH) is simply melted chocolate and cream melted together. I found a recipe that adds a little butter and some vanilla extract for taste, but overall ganache is composed of these to main ingredients. The ganache can be used warm as a fudge sauce or poured over a cake as a glaze or filling. And that's not all. When lightly whipped, ganache becomes an extraordinary creamy filling.
BONUS: It is also the perfect alternative to buttercream frosting if you are looking to for a "healthier" frosting.
I've added a recipe below for those of you looking to try something new. Hope you like like it.
Ganache and Whipped Ganache
for 2 cups:
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
1 TBSP unsalted butter
9 oz. (255 g) bittersweeet chocolate, chopped, or
1 1/2 cups (255g) bittersweet chocolate chips
1 Tsp vanilla extract
In a medium saucepan, heat the cream and butter over low heat until the cream is hot and the butter melts. The hot cream mixture should form tiny bubbles and measure about 175 degrees F(80 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer; do not let the mixture boil as skin might form on the top. If this happens, use a spoon to lift off the skin and discard it. Remove the pan from the heat, add the chocolate, and let stand in the hot cream mixture for about 20 seconds to soften. Whisk the ganache just until all of the chocolate is melted and the ganache is smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
If the ganache will be poured or spread, let it cool and thicken slightly, about 30 minutes. It can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 week; if it becomes too firm, it can be warmed over low heat, stirring to soften it evenly.
To make whipped ganache, cover the warm ganache and let stand at room temperature until firm, 3 to 4 hours, depending on the quantity and the temperature of your kitchen. Or, cover and refrigerate the ganache until the edges are firm and the center is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 hours.
Place the cold ganache in a bowl and whisk until it changes from a dark chocolate color to a medium chocolate color and thickens slightly, about 30 seconds. The whipped mixture should look lighter in color-similar to a dark, good-quality milk chocolate. Use immediately on your choice of cake or cupcakes.
Recipe: Chocolate Cakes: 50 great cakes for every occasion by Elinor Klivans
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
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