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
Mommy owls and baby owls
Chocolate ganache – ready!
Painstakenly separated dozens of oreos
Patience is a virtue
Mise en place: the owls’ eyes and beaks
Frost each owl
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
Monet
August 17 at 9:27 amThese 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 =-.
sippitysup
August 17 at 11:40 amI 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
Priscilla
August 17 at 11:58 amMonet – 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 😀
Victoria
August 17 at 8:28 pmAdorable!!! Looks like a lot of work, but totally worth it 🙂
.-= Victoria´s last blog ..Asian-Spiced Fresh Peach Crostata =-.
Sara
August 17 at 9:39 pmThese look adorable! I will have to keep them in mind for the kids
.-= Sara´s last blog ..Amaretti Semifreddo and my first product review =-.
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet}
August 17 at 11:15 pmThose are SO cute and very cleaver I might add! I need to start making more cupcakes!!
Just Food Snobs
August 18 at 5:45 amHow cute! It is amazing what you ccn do with cupcakes and imagination. They look so good. Thanks for sharing!
RavieNomNoms
August 18 at 6:38 amOh my goodness, these are just too cute for words!!
Dana
August 18 at 7:46 amThese cupcakes are so super cute!! I bet they taste great, too. I love chocolate cupcakes!
.-= Dana´s last blog ..Nutella Gooey Butter Cookies =-.
whatsfordinneracrossstatelines
August 18 at 9:19 amI 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-
Magic of Spice
August 18 at 10:56 pmAdorable…very creative 🙂
.-= Magic of Spice´s last blog ..Make a Comment- Win Big! =-.
Jacob's Kitchen
August 19 at 12:05 amHow 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 =-.
Cristina
August 19 at 12:36 amThese cupcakes are absolutely adorable….they just make you smile!
.-= Cristina´s last blog ..Applesauce Spice Snack Cake using Splenda® =-.
Nesrine
August 19 at 2:59 amI will make them asap……looks awesome and my kids will love them…….congrats on top 9!!!!!
Kori
August 19 at 5:20 amYour cupcakes are absolutely adorable – especially the mini ones!!! It’s always fun to see such creative ideas. Congrats on the top 9!
Kim (Liv Life)
August 19 at 8:40 amMy daughter has begged for this book! Adorable cupcakes!
.-= Kim (Liv Life)´s last blog ..Heirloom Tomato Onion Salad =-.
sippitysup
August 19 at 8:50 amCongrats on Top 9. GREG
Magda @ Be Nutritious
August 19 at 9:00 amThese are the funniest cupcakes I have ever seen 😀
.-= Magda @ Be Nutritious´s last blog ..Back to school- Tofu Egg Style Salad Sandwich =-.
Liren
August 19 at 9:23 amCongrats 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 =-.
Jean
August 19 at 9:26 amPriscilla, the Young Baker did a marvelous job! These cupcakes look fabulous sitting in Top 9! Congrats!
.-= Jean´s last blog ..Maui-Inspired Seafood Pasta =-.
Priscilla
August 19 at 5:27 pmThanks 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!
Emily
August 19 at 5:44 pmThese 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!
Kathy Diaz (found baking)
August 21 at 6:42 pmThese 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 =-.