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Hello, Cupcake!

August 17 by Priscilla 23 Comments

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Owl Cupcakes

The Young Baker and her BFF decided to make these adorable Owl cupcakes, from the book Hello Cupcake, last week. For an afternoon they measured, stirred, carefully separated dozens of oreos cookies, frosted and painstakenly assembled nearly 50 double chocolate owl cupcakes – all the while joking, cajoling, swearing, and reminiscing. Not only did it serve as a bonding experience for them as they contemplate their futures and wait with anticipation to move to their respective colleges and step boldly into the next phase of their lives, but it further solidified their friendship, grounded in tears and triumphs of their shared experiences since middle school.

Bake the cupcakes

Bake the cupcakes

Mommy owls and baby owls

Mommy owls and baby owls

Chocolate ganache - ready!

Chocolate ganache – ready!

Painstakenly separated dozens of oreos

Painstakenly separated dozens of oreos

Patience is a virtue

Patience is a virtue

Mise en place: the owls' eyes and beaks

Mise en place: the owls’ eyes and beaks

Frost each owl

Frost each owl

Owl Cupcakes2

A flock of owls

The Young Baker and her BFF used cake and frosting recipes from Hello Cupcake which also contains instructions for several cupcakes seen at Cupcake Camp OC. In the waning days of summer, this could be a fun thing to do with your kids – you might be amazed at their patience and attention to detail!

Edit:  The recipe is now available on Duncan Hines website. The girls took creative license for their sanity and eliminated the owls ears – they’re still so darn cute!

Photo credit: Diana Lustig

FoodBuzz Top 9 – August 19, 2010

Top 9 - August 19, 2010

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  1. Monet

    August 17 at 9:27 am

    These are beyond adorable! I’m bookmarking these to make in the fall. I don’t think I’ve seen anything cuter all week!
    .-= Monet´s last blog ..Sugar and Spice-Cinnamon Raisin Bread =-.

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  2. sippitysup

    August 17 at 11:40 am

    I have to say, I laughed out loud when that picture came up on my screen. I would never eat them (no offense I am a 40 yo) but I LOVE the creativity. GREG

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  3. Priscilla

    August 17 at 11:58 am

    Monet – they would be perfect for fall! Glad they made you smile!

    Greg – Hey, they’re teenagers – the more sugar the better! The entire batch was doled out to friends that day. I have to admit to eating most of one 😀

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  4. Victoria

    August 17 at 8:28 pm

    Adorable!!! Looks like a lot of work, but totally worth it 🙂
    .-= Victoria´s last blog ..Asian-Spiced Fresh Peach Crostata =-.

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  5. Sara

    August 17 at 9:39 pm

    These look adorable! I will have to keep them in mind for the kids
    .-= Sara´s last blog ..Amaretti Semifreddo and my first product review =-.

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  6. Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet}

    August 17 at 11:15 pm

    Those are SO cute and very cleaver I might add! I need to start making more cupcakes!!

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  7. Just Food Snobs

    August 18 at 5:45 am

    How cute! It is amazing what you ccn do with cupcakes and imagination. They look so good. Thanks for sharing!

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  8. RavieNomNoms

    August 18 at 6:38 am

    Oh my goodness, these are just too cute for words!!

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  9. Dana

    August 18 at 7:46 am

    These cupcakes are so super cute!! I bet they taste great, too. I love chocolate cupcakes!
    .-= Dana´s last blog ..Nutella Gooey Butter Cookies =-.

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  10. whatsfordinneracrossstatelines

    August 18 at 9:19 am

    I love them! My girls and their friends would love making these! So much fun, don’t you enjoy watching kids create their own magic!
    -Gina-

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  11. Magic of Spice

    August 18 at 10:56 pm

    Adorable…very creative 🙂
    .-= Magic of Spice´s last blog ..Make a Comment- Win Big! =-.

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  12. Jacob's Kitchen

    August 19 at 12:05 am

    How adorable! What a fun little thing to make. And the little ones are just too cute. Congrats on the top 9! =)

    I think technically a group of owls is called a parliament, hehehe 😉
    .-= Jacob’s Kitchen´s last blog ..Carrot Cake Balls =-.

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  13. Cristina

    August 19 at 12:36 am

    These cupcakes are absolutely adorable….they just make you smile!
    .-= Cristina´s last blog ..Applesauce Spice Snack Cake using Splenda® =-.

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  14. Nesrine

    August 19 at 2:59 am

    I will make them asap……looks awesome and my kids will love them…….congrats on top 9!!!!!

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  15. Kori

    August 19 at 5:20 am

    Your cupcakes are absolutely adorable – especially the mini ones!!! It’s always fun to see such creative ideas. Congrats on the top 9!

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  16. Kim (Liv Life)

    August 19 at 8:40 am

    My daughter has begged for this book! Adorable cupcakes!
    .-= Kim (Liv Life)´s last blog ..Heirloom Tomato Onion Salad =-.

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  17. sippitysup

    August 19 at 8:50 am

    Congrats on Top 9. GREG

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  18. Magda @ Be Nutritious

    August 19 at 9:00 am

    These are the funniest cupcakes I have ever seen 😀
    .-= Magda @ Be Nutritious´s last blog ..Back to school- Tofu Egg Style Salad Sandwich =-.

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  19. Liren

    August 19 at 9:23 am

    Congrats on Top 9, Priscilla! I LOVE the Hello Cupcake book – it’s a great resource for inspiration for my kids’ birthday parties 🙂 So glad the girls had so much fun. The cupcakes came out so cute!
    .-= Liren´s last blog ..SF Chefs 2010- The Future of Food Media =-.

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  20. Jean

    August 19 at 9:26 am

    Priscilla, the Young Baker did a marvelous job! These cupcakes look fabulous sitting in Top 9! Congrats!
    .-= Jean´s last blog ..Maui-Inspired Seafood Pasta =-.

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    • Priscilla

      August 19 at 5:27 pm

      Thanks everyone! I’ll pass it on to the Young Baker and her BFF 🙂

      Magda – Well, they’re not as nutritious as what you’ve been posting, but we allow an occasional indulgence 🙂

      Kim- You have to get the book – there are sooooo many cute cupcakes!

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  21. Emily

    August 19 at 5:44 pm

    These are fantastic, and so much fun! I have been in a cupcake kick as of late, and I also happen to have a friend who LOVES owls. I should save this recipe so I can make her some owl cupcakes for her birthday in a couple of months!

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  22. Kathy Diaz (found baking)

    August 21 at 6:42 pm

    These cupcakes are too darn cute!!! Perfect for a kid’s birthday or a themed party. Or even a baby shower (boy baby). I salute you for having a ton of patience decorating these cupcakes.
    .-= Kathy Diaz (found baking)´s last blog ..Pavlova =-.

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