Rainbow Cake

My little niece asked for a rainbow cake for her birthday.  Yes it was that simple, what can I say.. I'm soft when it comes to the little people in my life....!

I had read a few ideas of how to accomplish this, and set about!  It was pretty simple. I used one white cake mix, seperated into 5 equal bowls and colored.  I then baked one color at a time in a 9" cake pan.  It took about 11 minutes per layer.  I used butter cream frosting!

Next time, I will use more than one mix to make the layers a bit thicker.  I felt it had a little to much frosting.  But other than that I am happy.... but most importantly of all.... she was happy!

Easter Crafting

I am in the mood to be creative, and what better time than spring and Easter to do some fun stuff!

First I made my centerpiece for the buffet table. The best part was that the whole things was made with stuff I already had around the house!

I especially love the cat grass and mini daffodils...  The little vases are actually votive candle holders that I topped with some scrapbook ribbon. 

My second project today was bunny cookies! I saw these really cute cookies on Pinterest, from a blog called  "It's written on the wall". I was told by my niece that mine look like mice, but I'm ok with that!

Super yummy! I used a small egg cookie cutter and royal icing...... 

More to come!!

Quaker Oatmeal Squares

I have a new Buzzagent product!

Quaker Oatmeal Squares

We all know that cereal is a great way to start the day, but for me, it's all about the snacks!  I am busy, and need a snack that I can not only feel good about eating, but is tasty too!  

I literally got out of the box when I combined the tasty honey nut squares with peanuts and dried apricots.  This is a salty, sweet, crunchy and totally nutrition packed snack that get's me through the most hectic of days!

One serving is packed with 46 grams of whole grains, 5 grams of dietary fiber, and 6 grams of protein.  That is pretty amazing in something that tastes so good.