I have found my passion....again.

So first I need to apologize to Richard, my co-workers and anyone else who I barrage with my new found energy for my passion, baking! You now can't blame any extra pounds on me, I just apologized.

The last few weeks I have been on a baking high. I have made cookies, cakes, candies, ice cream, cupcakes and treats of all kinds. I really can 't help myself. I get bored and want to bake.

I have always loved to bake, but the last little while it felt like a chore but now something has renewed that spark in me. I think it all started with a blog I stumbled upon, Bakerella, which is now a website. She is so creative and has the most delicious recipes. She shares her tips and secrets step by step which is wonderful. I am a great copier, I just don't do the creativity part on my own.

After the new year I am going to start a cake decorating class. I am determined to better my skills. I have seen some of the coolest supplies for baking, candy making and decorating. Richard is going to be sorry. I don't know if I can control my spending.

So here are some of my recent creations. Some come from Bakerella.com and others from Allrecipes.com.


This is a chocolate mousse with raspberry and chocolate formed leaves.


Chocolate molded/covered pretzels.


Halloween Chocolate Carmel rice crispy treats


These are cupcakes that I made for my brother-in-law Jason's wedding. His and Lucretia's colors are blue and purple. I had creative freedom on these cupcakes. So I tried making the candy flowers and chocolate initials. Cute if I say so myself.


~Amanda