Bring the taste of New Orleans home on Mardi Gras. King Cake, a longtime Big Easy tradition is rich in tradition. The round, brioche-like treat dates back to the 12th Century. Today, the sweet, breakfast bread-like cake is enjoyed by celebrants in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday. But the traditional recipe is quite time intensive and not ideal for tots who want to help in the process. I've Read more

I've always loved birthday cakes that were made into things I loved. When I was little my favorites were a unicorn cake when I was six, and a cake that looked like a stack of books when I was nine. It makes total sense then, that I get super excited over edible geek treats. I love comics, video games, and gadgets, and I especially love dessert — why not combine? Since I was looking for baking Read more

Potty parties might not be standard for most mamas, but after seeing the adorable pastel and chevron celebration created by Creative Juice's Mindy Starr, you might just be inspired to change that. Starr celebrated her daughter's potty training by throwing a stylish fete, inviting other recent potty users and their "trainers" (aka moms) and creating diaper-themed games, a sweet dessert table, and Read more

Whether your wedding dessert of choice is a three-tiered wedding cake, homemade pies, cupcakes, or macarons, you need a picture-perfect way to display your big day's saccharine delights. And when it comes to cake pedestals, I'm seeing everything from vintage to modern and rustic to girlie designs. Don't be afraid to use mismatched styles and colors on a dessert table, or try grouping a variety of Read more

I'm not too surprised that a majority of you prefer cupcakes over macarons at weddings. For those of you into Savory Sights, I thought I'd round up some pretty examples of wedding cupcakes. If you're tackling the big-day treats yourself, we particularly love these five options: lemon meringue cupcakes, Vietnamese coffee cupcakes, hummingbird cupcakes, brown sugar-pecan cupcakes with caramel Read more

One of my favorite parts of Valentine's Day is how everything becomes heart-shaped for a month, and that includes the candy! Conversation hearts are a seasonal staple, but while they're cute to give and get, the chalky taste can leave your sweet tooth unsatisfied. Instead of doling out the pastel treats, check out these five easy ways to make delicious heart-inspired desserts! Source: Flickr User Read more

Show off your cake decorating skills by making a cute, homemade Halloween cake or cupcakes. Spiders, Frankenstein, and creepy ghosts are just a few Halloween themes you can easily translate to your baked goods. Cakes and cupcakes make a fun and exciting centerpiece to any party, so get your mixer and piping bag out and ready. We've broken it down by hardest to easiest, so you can work with your Read more

Though cake pops and cupcakes in a jar are gaining new fans, the cupcake craze will never lose steam on the lil one's birthday party circuit. From extra large versions that can serve all of the guests, to unexpected versions in an ice cream cone, the sweets continue to be a favorite of tots and grown-ups alike. LilSugar Community member Coffeetalkie shared photos from an adorably sweet Read more

Lately, I can't stop thinking about cookies, cakes, and custards. I've been craving sweets, but more importantly, I want to get in the kitchen and whip up homemade ice cream and beautiful fluffy pies! Since there's no better reason to celebrate than a new season, why not surprise your loved ones with a special treat? From strawberries to lemons to coconut (oh my!), I've rounded up a scrumptious Read more

It's safe to assume that if you're throwing a baby shower for someone, they know a thing or two about the birds and the bees! When Annika Lawrence was putting together a celebration for her sister, nicknamed Bee, the tongue-in-cheek theme was too obvious to avoid. Filling her home with birds, bees, nests, and eggs, she transformed the space into a serene spot for guests to gather and honor the Read more