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Butterfinger Cupcakes Are Beyond Delicious

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 14, 2012 at 8:00 AM
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Butterfinger CupcakesThanks to the cupcake revolution in recent years, there are plenty of tasty cupcakes out there to choose from. But these Butterfinger cupcakes deserve a category of their own. Maybe one titled -- mostly insanely delicious treats you will ever ingest. They're that good.

The recipe is from Steph at Plain Chicken. She re-created the recipe after tasting something similar at Disney World. They are simply amazing. Filled with fudge, topped with frosting, then dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with candy crumbs, they will not disappoint. Just look at that picture, and tell me you can't wait to whip up a batch yourself. They're a sweet ending to a Valentine's Day meal, or any meal, anytime.

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7 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Treats You’ll Love

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 13, 2012 at 7:41 PM
Valentine's Day Guide

chocolate mousseValentine's Day is tomorrow and you're all ready with your homemade chocolate truffles and pink frosted heart cookies and your red velvet cupcakes, right? NO?!? Yeah, me neither. I spent the weekend running errands, cleaning the bathroom, and trying to sort out our growing pile of mis-matched socks.

But it's not too late, would-be Valentiners! I've compiled here for you some fun, super-easy Valentines food treats to dazzle your hungry loved ones. Here's some breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, and a luscious dessert with just 2 ingredients.

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Mind-Blowing Chocolate Molten Lava Cake In Less Than 30 Minutes

Posted by Lindsay Mannering
on Feb 13, 2012 at 10:37 AM
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chocolate molten lava cakeKnow how I know someone loves me? They tell me so. Know how else? They hand- feed me chocolate molten lava cake while the hired in-house masseuse goes to town on my upper back. I'm sure you agree that the moist, fudge-filled little mini-cakes are the best thing in the world, so show someone you love them this Valentine's Day by whipping up this fantastic recipe. Best part? It's way easier than you think it is. Seriously. From start to eat, it'll take you less than 30 minutes. Masseuse not included. 

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5 Delicious Gluten-Free Valentine’s Day Treats

Posted by April Peveteaux
on Feb 9, 2012 at 5:30 PM
Valentine's Day Guide

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Flourless Chocolate Quinoa Cake, OMG!
If you love someone who is gluten-free, the best thing you can do for her this Valentine's Day is to whip up a fantastic gluten-free dessert. After all, if you wine and dine a gluten-free person outside the home, the likelihood of dessert is slim to none. And she needs some dessert!!! Trust me on this. Just be sure to skip the box of chocolates for your gluten-free date (hidden gluten, everywhere!) unless you're 100% sure every ingredient is gluten-free.

Luckily removing flour doesn't mean you're stuck with a sub par cake, cookie, or other delight. There are a lot of people out there making sure those of us gf folks don't go hungry during the holidays. So many, in fact, that you could eat gluten-free for every meal if you were so inclined.

Here are five fantastic gluten-free treats for your gluten-free sweet on Valentine's Day.

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$65,000 Valentine Engagement Props Will Give You Heartburn

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 9, 2012 at 5:09 PM
Valentine's Day Guide

engagement packIf any of the cast members of Jersey Shore should ever get engaged -- and that's a big IF, I'm totally NOT endorsing any of them to take that step -- I've got the perfect plan for them. Oh yeah, it's the perfect Valentine's Day engagement party bonanza for people with too much money and no sense at all.

I give you: The $10,000 Pizza Hut engagement party package A-YAND the $55,000 engagement cupcake! Boo-yah! $65,000 worth of heartburn, bling, and regret are now at your fingertips. How can you resist?

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Sinfully Sexy Valentine's Day Chocolate Souffle

Posted by Jacqueline Burt
on Feb 9, 2012 at 10:57 AM
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chocolate souffle

It doesn't have to be Valentine's Day for me to eat chocolate. Or to make something involving chocolate (and then eat it). Even if it is somewhat fancy and elaborate.

But since Valentine's Day is coming up and all, I have the perfect excuse to make this fancy, elaborate Chocolate Soufflé. Because there's just something so romantic about the idea of whipping up this magical dessert that's somehow both incredibly decadent and light as air at the same time. Not a bad idea to wear a cute apron while you're baking, maybe. (Stilettos optional.)

The only possible problem I can imagine running into with this Valentine's Day treat? Not wanting to share. Which kind of defeats the purpose, but it might be worth it anyway ...

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Heart Cookie Pops Perfect for Valentine's Day

Posted by Maressa Brown
on Feb 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM
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licorice heart cookie popsAny holiday is a good excuse to make not just delicious but aesthetically-pleasing baked goods. But there's something about Valentine's Day that demands we do so. Maybe it's just me, but how can you resist? It's the sweetest holiday of the year, after all, so why not celebrate it by baking up your own adorable sweet fix in the kitchen?

Like take these Licorice Heart Cookie Pops, the brainchild of Meaghan Mountford, the renowned, uber-talented cookie decorator and guru behind the blog TheDecoratedCookie.com and the book Sugarlicious: 50 Cute and Clever Treats for Every Occasion. They're almost so pretty you don't want to eat them, but so delicious you can't resist. In the end, total win-win.

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9 Secrets to Perfect Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 8, 2012 at 10:47 AM
Valentine's Day Guide

chocolate-covered strawberriesNothing says Valentine's Day like chocolate-covered strawberries! Those red, heart-shaped fruits, that melted chocolate, together in one sweet, scrumptious bite. They're undeniable. But if you've ever tried making them, you may have discovered there are a few tricks to getting them right without ending up with a weird, lumpy, melted chocolate mess.

But don't worry. You can do this! Here are 9 tips to making your chocolate-covered strawberry dreams come true.

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An Ode to the McDonald's Shamrock Shake (VIDEO)

Posted by Emily Abbate
on Feb 7, 2012 at 3:10 PM

Shamrock ShakeOh Shamrock Shake, how I adore thee. Seeing your minty green color back at McDonald's makes me all giddy. Your peppermint taste makes my heart beat with a passionate fury. I appreciate your McCafe goodness so much more than the M&M's McFlurry.

At last you've been spotted at stores nationwide. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, you make your big 2012 debut and we excitedly buy! A cult following you've found (they even have their own website!). It's crazy to think such an inexpensive thing (only about $2.29 for a small) brings so much delight!

I don't know if it's possible to find something wrong with you, my friend. Your perfect mixture of vanilla and mint is so enjoyable, can I get an AMEN!? Though, there is one little thing that gives me the worries. I'll give you a hint -- it has EVERYTHING to do with your high amount of calories.

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Jack in the Box Takes Bacon Love Way Too Far (VIDEO)

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 6, 2012 at 1:31 PM

Bacon Shake You know, this bacon thing just isn't funny anymore. We've now seen it put in everything from cookies to sexual lubricant and lattes. But blessedly it's been limited to a few kitschy products here and there and the domain of those at home who insist on adding it to anything and everything. Now, however, Jack in the Box has to go and take this trend of bacon in places it doesn't belong to the masses.

That's right, Jack is bringing the world the bacon milkshake. Now, at a drive-thru near you, you can slurp down the bacony, sugary concoction for a few bucks. And we wonder why people make fun of Americans.

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