I hope everyone is settling back into “routines”. My daughter went back to school today and my husband has renewed our interest in running… ugh!
I was doing pretty good running in the fall, but then winter got cold and my attention was elsewhere. It’s been over six weeks since I have run and I felt so defeated today when I got on the treadmill.
Let me get one thing straight – I HATE running! I don’t like it. I’m not very good at it. I don’t enjoy it. But I do like the results that running delivers. When I started running just after Labor Day, it was hard for me to run for 60 seconds. I was that out of shape. On my last run, I could not believe that I survived running for five minutes straight! I was so proud of myself; to see the results of the hard work that I put in for three months! Better yet, I was feeling good (on the inside).
But there is something about the treadmill that I just don’t like. I know, I need to get over it or run in the cold. However, I’m such a wuss! I’m going to try my BEST to keep up with the program and see it through to a 5K!
I’ll be posting my updates on Instagram and could really use all the encouragement I can get! Please send some kind words of encouragement my way π I’ve been using #RFR5K (Red Faced Runners 5K) and #tryingtobefit. Please follow along and we can all try and keep each other motivated. – I’m talking you, KIM and SARAH!
So, in preparation of running… I had to make some cake pops π Just for you!
Today, I made some Marbled Cake Pops. These are really easy to make.
Simply measure out 6 vanilla and 6 chocolate cake balls. I used my Norpro Cookie Scoop to get equal sized cake pops. Then, cut them in half, put the two halves together and roll smooth. You can flatten the halves and fold over a few times to get more of a marbled effect inside. Just don’t over do it and blend the two colors.
Pop them in the fridge and then melt your candy coating.
Remember, slow and low heating for your candy melts. 1 minute on high, then 30 second interval at 70% power with lots of stirring. Don’t get the candy too hot – it’ll get thick!
Dip a 1/4 inch of the stick into the candy and then insert half way into the cake ball. Add all your sticks first and allow to dry.
Dip completely in one color and quickly drizzle second color over the wet coating. Twist the cake pop in one direction allowing the excess coating to pull the design and create the marbled effect.
Once it’s done dripping, stand upright and allow to dry.
I know this is a bit more advanced decorating technique and I do have plans to make a video on how to do it SOON! I promise.
For more tips on cake pops, check out my post on Rolling Cake Pops, Making Marbled Cake Pop, and Melting Candy Coating and don’t forget my YouTube Videos!
Our Pinteresting Family says
January 4, 2013 at 2:15 amThese look delicious and they are so pretty. π Megan
Robin @ Bird On A Cake says
January 4, 2013 at 2:31 amKeep Running, Karyn! Is there an indoor track you could use? I love running around a track, because I can see how far I have gone and how far I still need to go! My goal is to do a 10K this year. I have a long way to go…but I'm gonna do it!
Love your swirly cake pops! π
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
January 4, 2013 at 2:40 amI hate running on a treadmill! But I have to, the cold and my body hates the concrete. I'll run with you, at least virtually. I really need to get back on it. π These are gorgeous pops!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
January 4, 2013 at 2:53 amLovely cake pops, Karyn! Thanks for sharing at Foodie Friends Friday!
Rita says
January 4, 2013 at 3:05 amWow! These look so fun! Can't wait to try them! Good luck with your running, just think how good you feel when you are done:)
Morena Hockley says
January 4, 2013 at 4:01 amThese look amazing! Thanks for stopping by my blog!
The Better Baker says
January 4, 2013 at 4:46 amThose little bites are simply gorgeous! That's a new one on me…You are a smartie!
Vikki Wallis says
January 4, 2013 at 1:37 pmAwesome! Love your blog! I would love for you to visit my linky party going on now at http://wallisfarmsdailywalk.blogspot.com/2013/01/blog-post.html
Have a great day!
Ginger Bergemann says
January 4, 2013 at 2:27 pmBeautiful! And I'm sure oh so tasty. π
I'd love if you shared these at my Show & Tell link party this week. http://www.gingerlymade.com/2013/01/show-tell-7.html
Jocelyn says
January 4, 2013 at 3:07 pmI will run with you too! I just joined a new gym that opens today…I'm starting Monday morning. My goal is a few 5k's this year! But first I want cake pops! I love love LOVE the swirled chocolate on these. So fancy and pretty!!!
Marti Cooper says
January 4, 2013 at 4:24 pmHello!
What a great idea, they look so pretty! I will be doing a post on cake pops and would love to feature yours! If you would like, you may submit them at SHOW-licious Craft Showcase! π
http://sew-licious.blogspot.com/2012/12/show-licious-craft-showcase-14.html
Happy New Year!
Marti
Elaine says
January 4, 2013 at 5:09 pmThese are so cool! I love the marbled look. Hoping you have another class soon. π
Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says
January 4, 2013 at 11:26 pmLove the effect of these! My husband has expressed interest in running again (he used to many moons ago), but I do believe he will be doing that alone π
Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com says
January 5, 2013 at 1:43 amYou are my go-to for cake balls advice! I've consulted your blog several times! But these are brilliant and beautiful! I love the swirl, inside and out!
Karly Campbell says
January 5, 2013 at 2:15 amOh my gosh! This is such a fun twist. Never seen marbled cake pops before!
Stephanie Michaels says
January 5, 2013 at 12:23 pmYou are the cake pop queen! They are always wonderful.
Steph
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Kara @ Petals to Picots says
January 5, 2013 at 2:08 pmThey look so pretty!
Evelyn says
January 5, 2013 at 7:55 pmClever, I have made cake pops but not like this!!!
Hope you are having a great weekend!
See you tomorrow at Let's Get Social Sunday!!
Lisa @ Flour Me With Love says
January 7, 2013 at 1:58 pmThese are so cute and clever! Thanks so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday π
http://www.flourmewithlove.com/2013/01/mix-it-up-monday.html#more
Anonymous says
January 8, 2013 at 7:02 amvery cool!
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says
January 8, 2013 at 10:08 pmLove these! Featuring you later this week from our Pinworthy Projects Party!
Lisa Isabella Russo says
January 9, 2013 at 10:30 amSo delicious and pretty looking! Congrats on getting back to running, I'm back at the gym, but not loving it yet myself…
elisebakes says
January 9, 2013 at 3:21 pmThese look so perfect!!
Lisa says
January 10, 2013 at 7:22 pmKaryn, these look amazing!! I'm not sure I'm talented enough, but I love how they turned out!
Cheryl @ Sew Can Do says
January 11, 2013 at 3:46 pmLove that it's inside AND outside! Another fab idea to pin. Thanks for linking to Craftastic Monday at Sew Can Do:)
Miz Helen says
January 11, 2013 at 7:24 pmKaryn,
You always have the most awesome Cake Pops! Thank you so much for celebrating TWO YEARS with FULL PLATE THURSDAY, I appreciate your visit!
Come Back Soon
Miz Helen
Mackenzie says
January 11, 2013 at 10:44 pmThese look delicious and beautiful! You are a featured favorite this week on Saturday Show & Tell at Cheerios and Lattes! Thanks so much for sharing last week, we can't wait to see what you've been up to this week!
Have a great weekend,
Mackenzie π
HungryLittleGirl says
January 14, 2013 at 5:31 pmAdorable! You always have such pretty creations!
Thank you for sharing this at Wednesday Extravaganza – Hope to see you there again this week with more deliciousness π
Joan Hayes says
January 16, 2013 at 9:23 pmKaryn, you are so talented! These are gorgeous!
Linda Bouffard says
January 28, 2013 at 12:56 amWow. you go a step above, that's for sure. Thanks for showing how. Linda