Cake in a Cone!

For a friend's birthday on Sunday I wanted to do something special for her since I couldn't make it to her celebration during the day. So I got super creative and I'm so glad this worked out because it's so darn cute!

She loves Funfetti cake (who doesn't?) so instead of the traditional cake or cupcake I put them in ice cream cones.

What you'll need:
- cake mix of your choice
- icing of your choice(I used Funfetti)
 - cake ice cream cones(I only did 12) but do more if you want
 - aluminum trays that you won't mind cutting up. I bought 2 so I could have room for 12 cones and you'll want to used them as stands even after they are out of the oven.

Cut holes into the aluminum tray that are big enough for the cones to fit in but not so big that they fall through. This was one of the most time consuming part. Be careful because the cut aluminum is sharp and fold the raw edges over too!

Insert the cones in the upside down tray.

Prepare the cake batter as directed on the box or make your own.
Put enough cake mix into the cones but leave room for it to rise. I used as much as an ice cream scoop would hold.

Bake as directed on the box. It's okay if as it rises that it overflows a little.

Let them cool completely then ice them and decorate them as you wish.

Aren't the adorable?! I'm so proud of myself!

They were actually easier to eat than regular cupcakes too because you don't have to remove any wrappers without risking dropping the whole thing. 

I think these would be good for parties so you can walk around while eating unlike a normal cake where you have to juggle your plate, fork, and often beverage while eating.

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Organic Oatmeal Choco-chip Cookies

This recipe I got from a Pilates client at my work. One day she came in with these amazing ginormous oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and low and behold they were also made with organic ingredients! **Gasp!** Organic desserts have come a long way lately and I'm so happy about that. These were even a hit with my boyfriend who usually doesn't like organic foods(or just pretends he doesn't).

So the client is not only stinking rich, has an amazing body, but she can also bake some bomb cookies...some girls have all the luck! Thankfully she shared the recipe with us so now I can pass them on to you. The ingredients don't HAVE to be organic so improvise if needed.

1 cup(2 sticks) unsalted softened butter(not melted)
2 eggs
1/2 cup organic sugar(cane sugar), I used Turbinado Raw Sugar
1 cup organic light brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Blend above ingredients, then add:
1 cup whole wheat(organic) flour
1/2 cup white flour
3 1/4 cups whole organic oats(not instant)
1 cup milk chocolate chips(semi sweet works as well)

Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes depending on size of cookies on parchment paper covered sheets; I pulled them out at 14 but could have done it sooner. I used an ice cream scooper to measure them. Here are some of the tips that the client gave us: she tends to double the cookie size when scooping onto sheet and double the recipe. She slightly under bakes them so when the edges look done but center is still soft so they are moist and chewy. You can add nuts, shredded coconut or even chocolate drizzle on top before baking too.

Even though I didn't double the cookie size they perfect because portion control for me goes out the window with big cookies...I know my weaknesses.  Looking at the edges was a good tip because they are still moist in the center. Next time I might try oat flour for my mom who is gluten intolerant.

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Oatmeal Scotchies!

On a cold, rainy night what's better than baking delicious cookies?! These cookies are definitely a go-to when it comes to baking and they are always satisfying...not to mention addicting! The sweetness of the butterscotch and texture of the oatmeal add to the appeal.

1 1/4 cups all purpose flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. salt

1 cup(2 sticks) butter (softened)

3/4 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup brown sugar(packed)

2 large eggs

1 tsp. vanilla extract(or orange zest)

3 cups quick or old-fashioned oats

1 2/3 cup(11 oz pkg.) Butterscotch chips (I use Nestle)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees

In small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, & salt

In large bowl, beat butter, both types of sugar, eggs, & vanilla. Then slowly beat in the dry flour mixture. 

Stir in oats and butterscotch chips. On ungreased, baking sheets drop tablespoon sized rounds. 

For chewy cookies, bake 7-8 minutes and for crispier cookies bake for 9-10 minutes. I enjoy them a little chewy. Let them cool for a couple minutes on the cookie sheets before transferring them.

And last but not least, EAT!!