Cupcakes – Page 2 – Long Distance Baking

Is there any combination better than orange and dark chocolate?? Well, maybe peanut butter and chocolate. But orange and dark chocolate is a close second! You know those chocolate oranges you get at Christmas? That you have to smack on the table to open? These cupcakes are like those. Only even better. The tartness of the orange combined with the richness of the chocolate is perfection. … [Read more…]

Happy World Nutella Day! A holiday I didn’t know existed until last week, but plan on fully celebrating from now on. Did you know today is the 8th anniversary of the holiday?? The day even has its own Twitter if you feel the need to follow the events happening around the world: https://twitter.com/nutelladay/statuses/430976687137128448 As with any holiday, the most appropriate way to celebrate is with cupcakes! Right?? I wanted something simple, not too crazy and over the top, so I opted for a … [Read more…]

Is anyone else addicted to Pinterest? You’d think after all this time the novelty would have worn off…nope! I can still can spend hours just browsing. It has so many fun and clever and cute ideas for baking! There are pins and pins of gorgeous, creative treats. But when I want a simple, basic, traditional recipe? I go somewhere else. I open up my Friends of Whitman County Library “Recipes From Our Friends” cookbook. Whitman County is in rural Eastern Washington, full of quaint little farming … [Read more…]

I don’t understand the red velvet craze but it seems every time someone mentions red velvet, eyes glaze and ears perk up. … [Read more…]

I used to hate Black Bottom Cupcakes growing up. Well, I should not say hate. Hate is a strong word. As mom used to say, “You should only hate the devil and Hitler.” I think it’s safe to throw in some others in that saying too, but she made her point and it has had a lasting effect. To this day, I try and limit my use of the word hate. … [Read more…]

I need chocolate. Badly. And by need I mean I’ve been scrounging through cupboards, looking for lost gems hidden away for days just like today. Sadly…none to be found. I finished off some spice cake, straight from the pan with a fork, while I thought through my options. The easy quick fixes, like no bakes or boxed brownies, just didn’t seem like they would cut it. I needed something more. -Sidenote- I was never allowed to make no bake cookies when I was younger. My dad said something along … [Read more…]