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sugar and sparrow car wash cake

September 14, 2024 · In: Featured, Tutorials

Theo’s Car Wash Birthday Cake

I’ve decided to be the kind of mom who makes whatever my kids want when it comes to their birthday cakes, no matter how silly or random. So when my…

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marshmallow filling recipe for cake and cupcake

September 10, 2024 · In: Featured, Filling, Recipes

Marshmallow Creme Filling

I recently discovered a new way to make marshmallow creme filling that makes me want to revise every marshmallow-filled cake recipe I’ve ever made. That’s one of the things I…

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brown butter chocolate chip skillet cookie recipe

August 15, 2024 · In: Cookies & Bars, Fall, Featured, Recipes, Seasonal

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie with C&H® Sugar

I’ve been baking with C&H® Sugar since I was a little girl, side by side with my momma in the kitchen. I know this because she actually used to sing…

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August 2, 2024 · In: Featured, Lifestyle

I’m Filming My First Cake Course.. In Spain!

One of my biggest goals for this year has been to film a cake course, and I’m so excited to say that IT’S HAPPENING! My friends at Domestika reached out…

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blackberry lavender no churn ice cream

July 23, 2024 · In: Featured, Ice Cream, Recipes, Seasonal, Summer

No-Churn Blackberry Lavender Ice Cream

I know there’s only a month left of Summer but I couldn’t let this season go by without sharing my latest no-churn creation: blackberry lavender ice cream. Oh my goodness,…

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diy animals in party hats cake toppers

July 10, 2024 · In: Featured, Tutorials

DIY Party Animal Cake Toppers

Every time I see a party animal cake I cannot help but melt a little bit. There’s something about tiny animal figurines in party hats that is just the cutest…

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berry chantilly cake recipe sheet cake

July 8, 2024 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes, Seasonal, Spring, Summer

Berry Chantilly Sheet Cake

Last Summer, I whipped up this recipe for berry Chantilly cake and it was just the dreamiest Spring/Summer cake ever. With berry season in full swing, this recipe was top…

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thick caramel filling recipe for cake

June 20, 2024 · In: Featured, Filling, Recipes

Thick Caramel Filling for Cakes

When I was recipe testing for my Twix cake, I knew I needed a caramel filling that was reminiscent of the candy bar. It had to be extra thick (but…

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amazon prime day deals for bakers 2024

June 14, 2024 · In: Lifestyle, Tools

The Best Baking Deals for Prime Day 2024

This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see our disclosure policy. Amazon’s Prime Day is coming up soon (July 16th and 17th), and while they don’t announce what…

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Twix Cake with thick caramel filling

June 9, 2024 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

Twix Cake

Of all the candy bars in the world, I have always gravitated toward Twix. It makes a lot of sense since I’m a huge fan of chocolate-caramel anything, and I…

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birthday ice cream cake recipe with cake batter ice cream, brownies, and hot fudge

June 4, 2024 · In: Cake, Ice Cream, Recipes, Seasonal, Summer

The Ultimate Birthday Ice Cream Cake

Many years ago I worked in a little eyeglass shop that was right next to a Coldstone Ice Creamery. Needless to say, I ate my fair share of ice cream…

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hostess cupcake layer cake recipe

May 23, 2024 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

Hostess Cupcake Layer Cake

My cake flavor combinations are often driven by my own nostalgia. A few cases in point are my Apple Crisp Cake (my mom made lots of apple crisp growing up),…

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SALTED CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM ✨I could eat this salty SALTED CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM ✨I could eat this salty-sweet caramel frosting by the spoonful but it’s absolutely delicious on cakes, cupcakes, macarons, and more 🙌🏽 I use my homemade EASY salted caramel recipe here but you can use any salted caramel sauce that you love.⁣

✨Full recipe (including homemade salted caramel) + cake pairing suggestions are on my blog at https://sugarandsparrow.com/salted-caramel-buttercream-recipe/ 
⁣
SALTED CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM⁣
Yield: 2.5 Cups ⁣
⁣
INGREDIENTS⁣
1 Cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature⁣
3 1/2 Cups (420g) powdered sugar⁣
2 tsp vanilla extract⁣
1/2 Cup (120ml) salted caramel sauce, room temperature⁣
Pinch of salt⁣
⁣
INSTRUCTIONS:⁣
1. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whip the butter on high until it’s creamy and light in color, 5-6 minutes. ⁣
2. Turn the mixer to low and add the powdered sugar a few cups at a time, scraping down the bowl and paddle after each interval.⁣
3. With the mixer still on low, mix in the vanilla extract, salted caramel, and a pinch of salt. Continue mixing on low speed until fully combined. ⁣
⁣
#saltedcaramel #caramel #cakedecorating #frosting #buttercream
NO-CHURN BERRY CRISP ICE CREAM✨you don’t need any NO-CHURN BERRY CRISP ICE CREAM✨you don’t need any fancy equipment to whip up this delicious ice cream that tastes JUST like berry crisp a la mode! I layered my favorite 3-ingredient no-churn vanilla ice cream base with ribbons of homemade berry filling + buttery oat streusel in every bite. Even if you’ve never made ice cream from scratch before, I promise you can master this recipe!! 
 
🍦Full recipe linked in my bio or find it at https://sugarandsparrow.com/no-churn-berry-crisp-ice-cream/

#nochurnicecream #icecream #icecreamlover #berries #summerdessert
STRAWBERRY SHEET CAKE 🍓based on my favorite strawb STRAWBERRY SHEET CAKE 🍓based on my favorite strawberry layer cake recipe, this sheet cake version is so fun to decorate + such a crowd pleaser! I love using a combination of fresh and freeze-dried strawberries to create the most powerful authentic flavor ✨
 
🍓Full recipe (with strawberry buttercream) at https://sugarandsparrow.com/strawberry-sheet-cake-recipe/
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STRAWBERRY SHEET CAKE⁣ 
Serves 24
⁣ 
INGREDIENTS⁣ 
1 Cup (12oz) fresh strawberries, pureed ⁣ 
3/4 Cup (180ml) whole milk, room temp⁣ 
2 1/2 Cups (265g) sifted cake flour⁣ 
2 tsp baking powder⁣ 
1/4 tsp baking soda⁣ 
1/2 tsp salt⁣ 
3/4 Cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temp⁣ 
1 2/3 Cups (350g) granulated sugar⁣ 
3 large eggs, room temp⁣ 
1/3 Cup (75g) sour cream, room temp⁣ 
2 tsp pure vanilla extract⁣ 
1-2 drops pink food coloring (optional)⁣ 
⁣ 
INSTRUCTIONS⁣ 
1. Simmer the strawberry puree in a saucepan over medium-low heat for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this point the puree should have reduced from 1 Cup to 1/2 Cup (if you have more, keep cooking!). Refrigerate until room temp, then whisk together with the whole milk and set aside.⁣ 
2. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease and line a 13×9 inch baking pan. 
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. ⁣ 
4. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, whip the butter on high until creamy, 2 min. Add the sugar and beat with the butter until light and fluffy, 2 min. Turn the mixer to low and add the eggs one at a time. Add the vanilla and sour cream, then turn the mixer to high and beat for 1 minute.⁣ 
5. With the mixer on low, add all of the dry ingredients at once until just combined, then add the strawberry milk mixture and pink food coloring (if using) until just combined. Give the batter a few stirs by hand to make sure everything is incorporated without over-mixing. ⁣ 
6. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes. ⁣ Cool completely to room temperature before topping with strawberry buttercream (full recipe at the li
COOKIES & CREAM ICE CREAM CAKE 🤎 If you’re an Oreo COOKIES & CREAM ICE CREAM CAKE 🤎 If you’re an Oreo lover, this is your sign to make an ice cream cake this summer: no-churn cookies & cream ice cream set on an Oreo cookie crust, topped with hot fudge and whipped cream frosting. The perfect amount of Oreos in EVERY BITE! 

Full recipe link in my bio + at https://sugarandsparrow.com/cookies-and-cream-ice-cream-cake/ 

OREO CRUST
22 Oreo cookies
5 Tbsp melted butter

ICE CREAM LAYER
2 Cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
14 Oz sweetened condensed milk
15 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped

TOPPINGS
12.8 Oz jar of hot fudge
Whipped cream frosting (see full recipe link)
4 Oreo cookies, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix together the Oreo crust ingredients and pack tightly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze while you make the ice cream.
2. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla to stiff peaks. Fold in the sweetened condensed milk until uniform, then fold in the chopped Oreos. Pile the ice cream on top of the Oreo crust, smooth it down, cover and freeze overnight.
3. When the ice cream layer is set, top with the hot fudge, whipped cream frosting, and more chopped Oreos. Store in the freezer until ready to serve! 

#oreocake #icecreamcake #nochurnicecream #birthdaycake #cookiesandcream
EASY OREO ICEBOX CAKE (recipe below) 🤎 You only ne EASY OREO ICEBOX CAKE (recipe below) 🤎 You only need 4 ingredients for this recipe and it sets into the perfect summer dessert in the refrigerator overnight! It’s 7 alternating layers of Oreos and homemade whipped cream + every bite tastes like a perfect milk-dunked Oreo in the very best way ✨
 
Full recipe at https://sugarandsparrow.com/oreo-icebox-cake/ 
 
INGREDIENTS: 
2 Cups (480ml) cold heavy whipping cream 
1/4 Cup (30g) powdered sugar 
1 tsp pure vanilla extract 
36 Oreo cookies 
 
INSTRUCTIONS: 
1. Add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into a chilled mixing bowl. Using the whisk attachment on your stand mixer or a hand mixer, beat the ingredients until stiff peaks form. 
2. Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap, then add a thin layer of the whipped cream onto the bottom of the pan. Add a layer of Oreo cookies on top (cut some of the Oreos to fit as needed). 
3. Add 1/3 of the remaining whipped cream on top of the Oreo layer, followed by a second layer of Oreos. Repeat until you have seven total layers, ending with whipped cream. 
4. Cover the cake and refrigerate overnight, then enjoy!  
 
#oreocake #vintagecake #nobakecake #oreo #nobake

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