6 Creative Decorations Made with Macarons

Macarons, for some would call it Macaroons (notice the extra ‘o’ there), when made right will become so tasty and delicate.

This little cute cookies melts inside your mouth. But what makes them more interesting to eat? Decorations! Pretty sure that with the creative decoration you are not only attract kids but adults to eat ‘em too!

And here we showcase you 6 creative decorations made with macarons, it might give you some inspirations for your birthday party!

 #1 – Hello Kitty Macarons

Credit: YummyMummyKitchen.com

#2 – Lolipop Macarons

Credit: 6BitterSweets.com

#3 – Lemon Macarons

Credit: 6BitterSweets.com

#4 – Doughnut Macarons

Credit: RaspberriCupcakes.com

#5 – Burger Macarons

Credit: notsohumblepie.blogspot.com

#6 – Sparrow Macarons

Credit: Sionen.com

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Hello Kitty Birthday Party

When my sweet 4 year old said she wanted a Hello Kitty party I'll admit I wasn't exactly thrilled. Images of a "party in a bag" with matchy-matchy accessories came to mind. I reminded myself that this wasn'tmy birthday and went with it. Sans Hello Kitty party in a bag :)
The Hello Kitty bounce house, cupcakes, printed out circles, and a sparkly shirt were all we needed to make it a special Hello Kitty day for my princess! Thanks for all the great comments on my Hello Kitty Macarons - they came out of the freezer and topped our cupcakes. Easy peasy.
Since cupcakes were a must, I tried to keep the other food super healthy. We had PB&J, veggies in cups, veggie wraps, mini quiche, and a cheese plate. 

Healthy Apple Crisp {Apple Picking in Santa Ynez}

One of the great things about Santa Barbara is that we have Santa Ynez just 40 minutes away.

 It feels like a thousand miles away with vineyards out one window. 

And rolling hills dotted with grazing cows out the other. So peaceful.

 

Last weekend we took a little family trip to Seein' Spots Farm in Santa Ynez.

We visited with the rescued farm animals there and picked our own apples. If you haven't seen a miniature donkey before, you really need to. So adorable. 

The apples that were not devoured on the drive home were turned into a wholesome and delicious dessert. Or snack. Or breakfast. Most recipes call for peeled apples, but I leave the peels on. It's quicker and the peels are loaded with vitamins. I think it ads a nice texture anyway.

Apple Crisp 

printer-friendly recipe

Serves 8

Filling

6 cups chopped apples 

1/3 cup maple syrup

1 T lemon juice

1 tsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1/2 tsp. organic cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Topping

1 cup rolled oats

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup flour

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 tsp. salt

4 T (1/2 stick) butter, melted

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil 8 ramekins, jars, or an 8" square baking dish. 

In a large bowl toss the apples with the syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread into baking dish(s). 

Mix the oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt together. Add melted butter and stir until combined. Sprinkle over fruit. 

Bake for 35 minutes or until bubbling and fruit is tender. Check half-way through baking. If topping is browning too quickly, cover with foil. 

Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for a more decadent dessert. Yum!