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maurinedashney

  • Playlist // Fresh Noise

    I’m thinking we need more music on this here blog. Especially since it’s getting warmer out and everyone is getting out of their winter inertia mode. (Note: I use the word “inertia” often, even…

    April 2, 2014
  • strawberry frosting

    Strawberry Frosting

    So you may remember from a while back that I created a Neapolitan cupcake featuring a chocolate and vanilla cake base and a topping of strawberry frosting. I love this frosting recipe because it…

    March 31, 2014
  • lemon frosting

    Lemon Frosting

    Ha, so as you may have noticed, I’ve been posting lots of sugary recipes here on the blog lately. But hey, that’s what happens when both of your parents have birthdays in the same…

    March 26, 2014
  • vanilla bean frosting

    Vanilla Bean Frosting

    Ever wondered how to make vanilla frosting, complete with those little black specks? Here’s how! One thing of note: I figured some of you would want a buttercream variety of this frosting, and some…

    March 24, 2014
  • toothpick test

    The Trick to the Toothpick Test

    This post today is going to be suuuper quick. I just wanted to share a quick tip that I use when testing cakes and cupcakes for doneness with a toothpick. Did you know… …that…

    March 21, 2014
  • Fun Photo Idea: Reproduce Old Photos

    As part of my parents’ birthdays being this week—yes, both this week—I decided to try my hand at a fun project I like to call “reproducing old photos.” Above, me and my brothers at…

    March 18, 2014