I love a good cupcake.
And I love a cute personalized cupcake. Not necessarily with names on them, but just a personal detail for the recipient… something that lets them know the treats were made especially for them.
I made these for my boys.
I am kidding.
Maybe.
I have always loved those little rings that the big chain bakery’s put on cupcakes but never wanted my kids to choke as they were sucking the frosting off.
Yes, I have bought cupcakes from a store for my kids. And sometimes I buy Betty Crockers Classic White frosting and eat it out of the container with a spoon.
Shame spiral.
Anywho, I went nuts and made a ton of these little rings. They are CHOCOLATE! Just some candy melts I put into a disposable pastry bag and piped out. (well, I melted the chocolate before I piped them, but I am sure you figured that out)
For the part that slips on your finger I piped out a circle then “glued” it to the base using more chocolate.
Little hearts and circles embellished with glitter or candy pearls.
Red glitter.
Pink hearts.
Now, if you love white cake and want the best white cake recipe… you should really try this one. I know it says its a white wedding cake, but who wouldn’t love a little ‘wedding’ cake in their Valentine cupcake?
Its the day of LOVE right???
And my favorite buttercream recipe of all time. Yes it has shortening in it. I would prefer pure lard but apparently that is not recommended.
Just sayin.
A whole plethora of ring embellished cupcakes for the kids.
My only advice is, share them with someone you love.
This is one of my loves.
Who would you share a cupcake with this Valentines Day?
Love them!
I just discovered your site yesterday, and I’m already drooling and plotting! You have some amazing things! Love your pictures, and your ideas. I can’t wait to make some of these for myself (not that they’ll look like yours without lots and lots of practice). But hey, that’s how your learn, right? 🙂
Such a cute idea! That picture of your girl is so precious.
Now how cute would a proposal to “Be a Valentine” be with these cupcakes adorned with the chocolate rings and some with crystallized bling. (-: I would love to share a cupcake with my celebrity crush, Idris Elba. Great post! Keep them coming.
LOVE LOVE LOVE these….cupcakes with edible bling!! Best. Invention. Ever. 🙂
And what a gorgeous little girl. I want to hug her and have tea parties.
Lovely cupcakes and perfect for Valentine’s Day!!
Absolutely adorable!! Your children are so lucky to have such a creative mom!!! I think we will be seeing lots of homemade chocolate rings on cupcakes in the near future!!!
these are crazy! you are way too talented and you make my heart go pitter patter. will you marry me? your daughter could be just as adorable as you!
Your cupcakes are lovely, but your little girl is like an angel 🙂
Amanda,
Cute cupcakes! And very creative topper!
Your daughter is adorable – those blue eyes are killer.
PS: I’m glad to see the hair’s growing back :).