Be Mine!

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching! and if you don't have something special lined up for your sweetheart, The Confectionista's Kitchen can help! Take a look at some of these gorgeous little goodies we've got cooked up and see if there's something that catches your fancy!

mini cupcakes, truffles, or a heart shaped cake wrapped in a keepsake box are perfect gifts for someone special!

cake shooters with pink cake and raspberry filling or red velvet cake with cream cheese filling are tasty and fun!

a 'gentleman's bouquet' for the classy, discriminating man in your life!

truffles and cookies make a sassy combo!

or just choose a bouquet of truffles in shades of pink.

or for the ultimate in va-va-voom Valentines, get a corset cookie bouquet to really turn up the heat!

A Different Take

Many times a wedding cake design incorporates ribbon into the theme, and this lovely gem Mama Confectionista made does too, but with a little twist. The ribbon goes around the top of the tiers instead of the bottom! It's a fun way to be traditional while still being a little more unique. This delicious white cake is frosted with cream cheese and filled with raspberry filling.

What A Drag

Turning 40 is a big milestone...and not always one you look forward to--unless you have an awesome cake to help you celebrate! This cake was made for a friend's husband who races for a living. It was designed to mimic the dragster he drives and The Confectionistas think it's a winner!

Birthday Bosom!

When your sweetie turns 60, you have to make it special, and what better way than a cake with something fun on it to show him you think he's still got it? This corset cake is the perfect way to say happy birthday with a little flair and sass!

Super Cute!

The latest in birthday party cakes for the younger set is definitely Mario--Little Confectionista had two requests for Mario cakes in one week! Here's a glance at the cake made for 6 year old Luke. The other cake is for 7 year old Cameron and looks exactly the same. Happy birthday boys!

Oh My Ganache!

Sometimes the only thing to make your day better is chocolate--and lots of it! This gorgeous cake certainly takes care of that hankering and then some. It's devil's food cake covered in semi-sweet chocolate ganache and topped with hand dipped chocolate covered strawberries. Indulgent, delicious, and satisfying to any chocoholic!

Party Treats!

Little Confectionista has been baking up a storm lately, trying out new recipes and doing something new with tried and true favorites. Here's a look at what she's been up to in her kitchen:

a fun assortment of cookies, perfect for tea parties, birthdays, or any kind of girlie occasion! The lips, teapot, and crown use sparkling sugar accents. The strapless dress is accented with silver, and the regular dress is decorated with a paisley design pressed into the icing.

some delicious little pie pops with lemon cream and apple filling. Perfect when you want a bite of pie but don't want a whole piece!

some tasty two bite hazelnut brownies made with nutella. Delicious and petite!