With spring (maybe) just around the corner, that means we are in for some rain showers, which then brings the flowers. Here are some activities to get your little ones excited about what’s in store for the next few weeks. … Continue reading
These beautiful butterfly cookies are almost too pretty to eat. Use a variety of colored fondants and dusting powders to create your own unique look. What You’ll Need Butterfly cookie cutter texture set Blue rolled fondant Lavendar rolled fondant Green rolled fondant Piping gel … Continue reading
May the luck of the Irish be with you! These ingenious cookies are fun to make and are sure to make everyone smile this St. Patrick’s day when they tip them and “gold” spills from the cookie. Prepared cookie dough (for … Continue reading
Creating firm cookies with a perfect surface for cookie icings can be challenging. This recipe will help, yielding cookies with a simple, subtle sweetness that hold their shape when baked and are enhanced with icing. Baked cookies, with or without … Continue reading
Metallics can inject glitz into your confectionary creations. From traditional gold and silver to pastels and unexpected colors like olive and rust, metallics add a beautiful touch to cookies, cakes or any other treats your making this holiday. Continue reading
Homemade treats are some of the best gifts you can give during the holidays! Try something new this season from barks and candy to cookies and bars, we’ve got something for everyone on your list. Cookies, Bars & Brownies Basic Shortbread … Continue reading
Sometimes the best gifts come in small packages. Here are some recipes as well as decorating and packaging ideas for what are bound to be the most sought after treats to come out of your kitchen this holiday season. Dipped … Continue reading
Frosting sheets are printed designs using edible ink that can be applied to cakes, cookies, cupcakes and other desserts. They bond seamlessly with fondant, royal icing and buttercream. Edible frosting sheets are thin and very delicate. A gentle touch must be used … Continue reading
Stencils are a quick and easy way to get professional looking results. They are usually made of food grade plastic and allow you to apply a pattern either using dusting powder, an airbrush or royal icing. The color is applied to the … Continue reading
For the future paleontologist in your family, here’s a few sweet dinosaur projects you can work on together and enjoy! Dinosaur Cookies 1 cup butter, softened 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 eggs 1/2 … Continue reading
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