It’s been a week of getting back into the swing of things with school back in session and Smudge still not convinced as to why she can’t have a friend over EVERY SINGLE day. Or a sleepover every night.
Honey, after this weekend summer’s over.
I posted this week about my hand pie afterschool treat which was a big hit with Smudge and her friends after I gave in for an afterschool playdate.
Next playdate, my kiddo guinea pigs taste testers have requested that these Orange Cream Cupcakes be deposited into their sweaty little hands. Based on my favorite summertime Creamsicle frozen treat, they were a huge hit, just like I knew they would be.
And now, what I’ve been crushing on this week…
It’s been a couple of weeks of group recipe posts. Here are some of my faves:
1. It’s Labor Day weekend and time to cool off before the big freeze heads our way and Becky and Lindsey have pulled together a fantastic Labor Day Ice Cream Social. I’m so crushing on the recipe for Beet Ice Cream. What do you think?
2. While we’re getting all sweet and stuff, let’s dip some cookies into those ice creams thanks to this Back-to-School Cookie recipe round-up from Emily. Hey, I spy a recipe I know really well!
3. And what could be more celebratory than a baby shower? A virtual baby shower that is, for mama-to-be Jenny of Picky Palate and organized by Marla. Check out the list of ‘attendees’ and that long as your arm recipe collection, it’s your one stop source for baby shower recipes.
4. I’m loving the advice Jules has posted about the number one way to eat healthier along with some awesome eating tips. It’s just so simple really but too often ignored! I really like the idea of cauliflower rice.
5. Forget the take-home foil origami swans you get at some of those big steakhouses, check out Barbara’s adorable Cream Puff Swans. I really don’t know how she does it!
6. I’m all about cool typography and those trendy labels for jars so of course I totally pinned this DIY tutorial.
7. When I’m not checking out food blogs or obsessing about what time people go to bed, I love getting sucked into Sous Style, where I can live vicariously through the hip and not so humble thanks to its creator who just so happens to be the Photo Director for Elle mag. In other words, its gorgeous.
8. Dinner delivered, but in a box! The brainchild of Barb and Max feautres unique recipes—including Mongolian Beef from Bee—and brings you everything you need minus the fresh ingredients. I smell holiday gift giving!
9. It wouldn’t be a Friday Faves list without at least one app on the list. Kristen turned me onto this cool 3-dimensional photo app to ensure you have the 360 degree view.
10. And finally my fave Twitter quote of the week: (via @dinnerwithJulie)
Friends, have a fantastic long weekend and spend as much of it as possible in the waning summer sunshine.
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Averie @ Averie Cooks says
GREAT cupcakes! I have a thing for orange creamsicle-inspired desserts and those are gorgeous!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
These cupcakes look spectacular!!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
Thanks for sharing those finds! Have a fabulous long weekend:-)
Ali @ Gimme Some Oven says
These cupcakes are adorable. And I love that app too — so fun! :)
heidi says
The DMD app is really quite amazing. It seems like it would be such a great help for realtors to be able to create the 360 degree views within one easy application. Or travel too. I’m definitely going to be taking more photos with it.
Jennifer says
I’ve wanted to try out orange creamsicle cakes or cupcakes. Thanks for the recipe! Love the Friday Faves.
Deborah says
I am so in love with these cupcakes – I need one!! And as always, I love your Friday Favs!!
heidi says
Ah Deb, I’m glad you like the lists, I want to create content that helps the reader and the peeps featured. Spreading the love with my crushes. Have a great Labor Day.
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking says
I’m dying over these cupcakes! I will sign up to be a guinea pig for you any time!
Cathy @ Noble Pig says
I could crush about four of those gorgeous cupcakes…is that wrong!!
Ashley @ Sweat for Sweets says
Gorgeous photos!
Hip Foodie Mom says
I LOVE these posts! Thank you for sharing!
heidi says
That is so good to hear, sometimes I wonder if people do like the Friday Faves or not…I just want to give readers what they want to see! Have a great weekend.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Beautiful cupcakes!
Emily says
Thank you again for your fabulous cookie recipe–the roundup wouldn’t have been complete without you. Also, pinning that drool-inducing cupcake and checking out that healthy eating tip asap.
heidi says
Emily, I was thrilled to be asked! Thanks for creating a forum for foodies!
Delishhh says
Those cupcakes look awesome! Love the quote :) Have a great weekend!
Kathryn says
Totally in love with these cupcakes!
Brian @ A Thought For Food says
Now don’t these look amazing! You, my dear, know how to make everything look magnificent. Happy Friday!
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says
What a fun cupcake idea. Thanks for your sweet comment and linking to my swans!
Ashley says
Literally have this in the list of doughnut recipes for the book! :)
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
These cupcakes look amazing – happy friday!
June g. says
Sous style…..love it! Thanks for introducing it to me:)
carrian says
Your friday faves is always my favorite post of the week. Love it.Don’t ever get rid of it. Or else *muscle pump* *muscle pump* ;)
heidi says
Okay! I wouldn’t want to get on your bad side. Friday Faves will return!
Julie @ Table for Two says
Gorgeous, gorgeous photos and cupcakes. I love the flavor and I’m dying over the last picture of that cupcake. The frosting and little swirl on top is PERFECT!
Heather says
What kind of orange essential oil do you use and how do you use it?
heidi says
It is a Williams Sonoma brand but you can get it from any health food store. I put it in both the batter and the frosting as you’ll see in the recipe link.
Bee says
Thanks Heidi for including my GrubKit. :)
Denise @ TLT says
You’re friday faves always get me inspired, really: love them! Also love these orange cream cupcakes: they look so perfect and I’m sure they’ll taste the same way!
Rachel - A Southern Fairytale says
You’re killin’ me, friend.
I’m fixin’ to have to make these ;-) <3
Kristen says
You are so funny :) Love these posts so much… and now I feel the pressure to keep introducing you to new things. Eeeks!
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