Thursday, February 14, 2013

Valentine's Day Cupcakes - Show and Tell Friday


Welcome to Show and Tell Friday!


I decided to make some Valentine's Day cupcakes to take to work!


Because it was a weeknight, I just used a box cake mix. My favorite box cake mix brand is Duncan Hines. I don't like ready-made frosting though so I mix up my own butter cream frosting. It's so much better!  I've shared this recipe before but I'll repost it so you don't have to hunt for it on my blog. 

Real Butter Cream Frosting
1/2 cup softened butter
1 lb powdered sugar
1 t. pure vanilla extract
3 T. milk
Beat together with mixer, add extra milk if needed to thin out a little.  I like to use a pastry bag to pipe the frosting on but you can also just spread it on.

I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's Day!


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35 comments:

  1. KarenFebruary 14, 2013 6:02 PM

    Lucky co workers! Thanks for hosting Cindy, hope you had a great Valentines Day.

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  2. UnknownFebruary 14, 2013 6:05 PM

    Thanks for hosting Cindy! XO, Aimee

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  3. Curtains in My TreeFebruary 14, 2013 6:05 PM


    Yummy cupcakes for co workers

    I am sure they really enjoyed them

    Thanks for the party for us also

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  4. PoppyFebruary 14, 2013 6:11 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Cindy! Your pink Valentine's Day cupcakes are too cute! They look delish!

    Happy Valentine's Day,

    Poppy

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  5. UnknownFebruary 14, 2013 6:12 PM

    Thanks for Hosting Cindy, Happy Valentine's Day!

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  6. Glenda/MidSouthFebruary 14, 2013 6:12 PM

    Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day! Thanks for hosting again this week.

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  7. Diane | An Extraordinary DayFebruary 14, 2013 6:24 PM

    What a sweet Valentine presentation, Cindy! I bet your cupcakes were a WOW at work!
    Happy Valentine's Day!

    ~Diane
    http://anextraordinaryday.net/

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  8. Nici @ Posed PerfectionFebruary 14, 2013 6:24 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Have a wonderful week!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  9. SarahFebruary 14, 2013 6:29 PM

    Hope your Valentine's Day has been a sweet one. Thanks for hosting.......Sarah

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  10. Susan FreemanFebruary 14, 2013 6:30 PM

    Wishing you a Very Happy Valentine's Day!

    Big Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  11. Melissa@daisymaebelle.comFebruary 14, 2013 7:14 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! I sure would love one of those cupcakes about now! Life to the full, Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  12. Confessions of a Plate AddictFebruary 14, 2013 7:25 PM

    Pretty cupcakes, Cindy! Happy Valentine's Day!...hugs...Debbie

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  13. Eclectically VintageFebruary 14, 2013 7:39 PM

    I'm sure everyone at work was lining up for those cupcakes! I cheat with box mix too - but usually whip up my own frosting too!
    Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!
    Kelly

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  14. Sarah CollerFebruary 14, 2013 10:09 PM

    Pretty cupcakes...makes me want to eat one! Hope you've had a nice Valentine's Day!

    I'm hosting my Homemaking Linkup Weekend and would love to have you join, if you'd like!

    Have a great day!
    Mrs. Sarah Coller

    http://www.hopeineveryseason.com
    https://www.facebook.com/hopeineveryseasonblog


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  15. UnknownFebruary 14, 2013 10:38 PM

    Thank you for hosting Cindy!!

    xo, Tanya
    twelveOeight

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  16. MONSIEUR LE CHAT ET MOIFebruary 15, 2013 12:00 AM

    Hi Cindy ! I'm just coming back from the so so romantic Venice carnival : I'm sure you would like it !
    Thank you so much for you so nice party.
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  17. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com February 15, 2013 2:46 AM

    Lucky coworkers they look wonderful!

    Happy Valentines day !

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  18. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com February 15, 2013 2:46 AM

    Lucky coworkers they look wonderful!

    Happy Valentines day !

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  19. Heirloom treasuresFebruary 15, 2013 3:19 AM

    Lucky work mates,very spoiled they look yummy x

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  20. Donna HeberFebruary 15, 2013 3:28 AM

    Hi Cindy,

    Your cupcakes look scrumptious! Almost too pretty to eat :-) I hope you had a nice Valentine's Day. Thank you for hosting.

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  21. ChristineFebruary 15, 2013 3:41 AM

    Thanks so much for the party Cindy! Hope you have a GREAT weekend!!!

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2013 4:11 AM

    Lovely cupcakes... thank you for hosting!

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  23. Katherines CornerFebruary 15, 2013 6:18 AM

    Wow, that is a lovely gift for your co workers.I am late to the party again...sigh...giggle. Always happy to be here and looking forward to hopping around to some of these lovely blogs. Thank you for hosting. Sending hugs and happy weekend wishes your way xo

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  24. UnknownFebruary 15, 2013 6:29 AM

    Thanks for hosting. I hope that you like my clock.

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  25. This N ThatFebruary 15, 2013 8:04 AM

    They are the most elegant cup cakes I have ever seen..

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  26. AnneFebruary 15, 2013 8:21 AM

    Thank you for hosting!
    xx
    Anne

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  27. Jeannie and LindaFebruary 15, 2013 9:11 AM

    Cindy, thank you so much for hosting the party for us! The faves this week are lovely.

    Have a beautiful weekend,
    Linda and Jeannie at The French Hens Nest

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  28. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenFebruary 15, 2013 10:56 AM

    Those cupcakes look delicious! Thank you for sharing the frosting recipe and for hosting!
    XO
    ~Wendy

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  29. Rose Garden MalevikFebruary 15, 2013 12:37 PM

    Hi Cindy
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  30. sandy February 15, 2013 6:47 PM

    My first time joining up, although it looks like I'm a bit late!

    Your blog is just lovely and oh so beautiful!

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  31. Mindi@MyLove2CreateFebruary 15, 2013 9:29 PM

    Thanks so much for the party!

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  32. WendyBeeFebruary 16, 2013 6:25 AM

    Gorgeous cupcakes -- lucky coworkers!

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  33. Home Chic ClubFebruary 16, 2013 1:51 PM

    Thanks for hosting Cindy!
    Blessings,
    Vesna

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  35. PatriciasMagicalSanctuaryBlog.comMarch 17, 2013 2:55 AM

    Oh, I really enjoyed your site and all of the beautiful flowers, etc. One of the best sites visually. Visit me, I like the same type but just getting started and not caught up with you. Patricia

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment! ~Cindy