November 20, 2009 at 10:22 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (1)
Steph from Obsessed With Baking is Team Edward. But I'll forgive her because she made these amazing Werewolf Cupcakes in celebration of the New Moon release.
Check out Steph's beautiful blog for the how-to.
I'm seeing New Moon this weekend, are you?
November 18, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (4)
I love giving homemade gifts to my friends and family during the holidays! These mini cinnamon coffee cakes (the recipe is my mom's) make festive, thoughtful gifts.
FILED UNDER: baking, entertaining, food, holiday entertaining, holiday gifts, holidays, recipes
November 13, 2009 at 12:15 PM by Cafe Kim - Comments (3)

Speaking of mini desserts, I'm enchanted by the tiny three-layer cakes, tiny pies, and cute-as-a-button cupcakes that The Farm Chicks made for a "Tiny Party." Check out the link for even more DIY "tiny" party ideas, including tiny party hats and bags.
Do you have any ideas for a tiny party?
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November 13, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (4)
I know how many pieces of regular apple pie my diet allots for—one. But these precious mini apple pies (recipe at Pennies on a Platter)? I have no clue. They're so irresistible, I might just have to consume more than one. Or, ahem, several.
Do you have a favorite mini dessert?
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November 12, 2009 at 8:12 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (21)

Pie—like stuffing—is another one of those Thanksgiving foods that everyone does differently.
Pumpkin and apple pie seem to be the most popular dessert enjoyed by families on Thanksgiving. But I've also heard of eating pecan, sweet potato, cranberry swirl, lemon, chocolate, banana pudding—even cheesecake!
Tell us what kind of pie (or other dessert) your family eats on Thanksgiving, but first: check out this Apple Pie recipe from the White House pastry chef, who Obama calls the "crustmaster":
FILED UNDER: baking, desserts, entertaining, food, holiday entertaining, holidays, recipes
November 10, 2009 at 12:00 PM by Cafe Kim - Comments (8)
Sugar, and spice, and everything nice...that's what these Pumpkin Cream Cupcakes (baked by Archey85 and found via Cake101) are made of...
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November 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (4)
Thank you to ChicagoKate for sharing her family's recipe for Cinnamon Apple Bars. I'm dreaming of one (or five!)—warmed and topped with vanilla ice cream. Heavenly.
November 8, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (8)
Generally, I have no problem eating (most) animals. But these Turkey Cupcakes for Thanksgiving might be the exception. They're too cute! Un Muffin de Mer has the recipe.
What are you having for dessert on Thanksgiving?
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November 5, 2009 at 7:40 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (5)
Is your little girl dreaming of a princess-themed birthday party? Moms in the CafeMom Newcomers Club recently shared photos of their gorgeous princess cakes.
Here are some of my favorites...
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November 4, 2009 at 12:00 PM by Cafe Kim - Comments (4)
First Place: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes
We had a Cupcake Contest in the CafeMom office last week in which many, many cupcakes were consumed. All entries were delicious, but some were better than others—it was a contest after all! Here are the three winning cupcake recipes!
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