The 4th of July is quickly approaching and the heat is ON!
The kids have been out of school and I’ve been driving around now more than ever with camp and playdates and stuff, stuff, stuff!
So for some festive holiday fun, I made some cupcakes. Fun-da-Middle Cupcakes!
And gave them a patriotic twist.
I made the basic Fun-da-Middles, only colored the centers blue.
I’ve also figured out I can save myself from washing a bowl by placing the cream filling into a baggie and adding the coloring to the baggie. From there, I just snipped the edge of the baggie and added it to the cupcake center.
Then baked them as directed and let them cool.
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I also got a star mold at the craft store and made some red and blue stars.
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Then I made some buttercream frosting and tinted 1/3 blue and 1/3 red. I was hoping the red would be more red, but I did not add enough coloring and I did not let it rest and develop long enough. Oh well…
I used a large star tip to pipe three layers of the frosting, which, I admit, is A LOT of frosting, but it’s all for the wonderful effect! The oohs and aahs are sure to follow when you present your kids with these sugar filled treats!
Have a Safe and Wonderful 4th of July Holiday!
I link up to these fun blogs!
Holly @ abakershouse.com says
June 18, 2012 at 1:00 amWhat a fun difference the colorful frosting makes, it really takes this from a "regular" cupcake to LOTS OF FUN!! Looks great. : )
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:14 amThe kids really enjoyed them. Of course, they were completely flying on their sugar high. So much fun to turn over 6 year old kids to their parents after giving them cupcakes.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
June 18, 2012 at 1:10 amThese are so pretty! Perfect for summer. 🙂
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:16 amGreat minds think alike. Loved your Red Velvet Cheesecake dessert!
KCoake says
June 18, 2012 at 2:22 amWhat a patriotic, cute idea!
Jocelyn says
June 18, 2012 at 2:22 amThose are so awesome!!! I love all the colors and the candy stars…I could eat all 3 of them right now:-)
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:26 amThank you! However, I think I'd like one of your Mocha Cookie Crumble Cupcakes. Let's trade!
Erin says
June 18, 2012 at 4:29 pmHow fun are these?!?! LOVE them!
Eva {Tales of the Scotts} says
June 19, 2012 at 2:35 pmThese are adorable and fun!!
Sugarr2518 says
June 20, 2012 at 2:03 amThese are just too cute !!! Very patriotic:)
Kelli Becton says
June 20, 2012 at 3:15 amGonna have to try these! thanks for linking up with Kids in the Kitchen again! I'd love it if you'd add us to your Link up list! we'd be honored- http://www.AdventurezinChildREaring.com
Thanks!
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:22 amHi Kelli, I've added your link to my party page. Thanks for having me. I'll be back on Monday 🙂
Julie says
June 21, 2012 at 10:27 pmWhat a great idea!! My kids would totally love these for the 4th. They are pinned and visiting from Something Swanky (and a new follower :).
The Farm Girl
thefarmgirlrecipes.blogspot.com
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:24 amThanks for popping over! Always appreciated. Have a great weekend.
Printabelle says
June 21, 2012 at 10:58 pmThat is a lot of fun ideas in one cupcake! I love how the filling matches the frosting and the star on top is so fun!
Printabelle says
June 21, 2012 at 10:58 pmPinned!
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
June 22, 2012 at 4:22 amThank you for pinning! So fun and easy to dress up box cupcakes!
Beth (www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com) says
June 22, 2012 at 3:15 pmThese are SO pretty!! thanks for linking them up at TGIF! I'm pinning them for next year's 4th (this year I am totally trying your watermellon cake popts!!) If you have a moment I'd love your vote in Circle of Moms Top 25 Homeschooling blogs (http://www.circleofmoms.com/top25/Top-25-Homeschooling-Moms-2012) – Thanks!!
Beth
http://www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com
Katie @ Little Becky Homecky says
June 22, 2012 at 8:08 pmHoly adorable!! These look delicious!! Thanks for linking up to Fantabulous Friday this week!!
Crafty Mischief says
June 23, 2012 at 12:15 amHow fun! You went all out with little stars and everything! I'm pinning this so I can attempt to make some for the 4th. Thanks for sharing!
Carol, The Answer Is Chocolate says
June 23, 2012 at 2:08 amSO cute and so perfect for the 4th!
Our Pinteresting Family says
June 23, 2012 at 3:01 amThose are awesome cupcakes. They look too pretty to eat. Megan
Jenn says
June 23, 2012 at 3:17 amWay cute idea!
TidyMom says
June 24, 2012 at 6:12 pmWhat fun cupcakes!!
Thanks for linking up! I featured your post in my wrap up http://tidymom.net/2012/patriotic-crafts/
Have a great rest of the weekend!
The Country Cook says
June 25, 2012 at 1:27 pmHi there! We would love to feature these over on Weekend Potluck! Is it possible for you to link back to Weekend Potluck from this main page rather than a separate page list? You can also grab a button and put it on your page if that would be easier. 🙂 These look absolutely gorgeous. What a great idea!!
http://www.thecountrycook.net/2012/06/weekend-potluck-23.html
Printabelle says
June 25, 2012 at 10:00 pmHi! I wanted to let you know that you were featured on my Best 4th of July ideas post at:http://printabelle.com/?p=5299
If you would like a featured button, I have them here: http://printabelle.com/?page_id=724 Thanks!
Michelles Tasty Creations says
June 26, 2012 at 2:54 pmYum! These are perfect for 4th of July. I can't wait to try this. Thanks for sharing at Creative Thursday 🙂
Diane Balch says
June 26, 2012 at 8:40 pmMy 10 year old has really gotten into decorating. This looks like a wonderful project for her for the 4th. Thanks for sharing it on foodie friday.
Mindie Hilton says
June 27, 2012 at 1:19 pmFeaturing on Thursday at Bacon Time!
Teri@thefreshmancook says
June 27, 2012 at 6:23 pmGorgeous! Linked to you from Cupcake Tuesday!
Baking Addict says
June 27, 2012 at 8:50 pmThese look so cute and perfect for the upcoming 4th of July celebrations!
sugarswings says
June 28, 2012 at 2:15 amso cool, haven't tried the fun da middles yet…didn't know you fill it before baking! they look great!
Trisha @ Inspiration Laboratories says
June 28, 2012 at 5:42 amThese are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing at The Sunday Showcase. 🙂
Ginger says
June 28, 2012 at 12:26 pmFeaturing YOU today!
Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2012/06/take-look-at-you-red-white-blue-edition.html
Earning My Cape says
June 29, 2012 at 4:12 amThese are sooo cute! They look yummy too!
I'm loving your blog! I'm a new follower! 🙂
The Country Cook says
June 29, 2012 at 12:33 pmThank you again for sharing over at Weekend Potluck. This is a featured recipe today! Hope you have a wonderful 4th of July! Brandie
http://www.thecountrycook.net/2012/06/patriotic-potluck-4th-of-july-edition.html#
Earning My Cape says
June 29, 2012 at 11:14 pmThanks for sharing with my Super Link Party! 🙂
Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas says
June 30, 2012 at 5:47 amthese are so cute! Thanks for sharing on the Sunday Showcase – I will be featuring them this week 🙂
Anonymous says
July 27, 2012 at 6:31 amthanks for sharing.