Hi there! So as my first post with any actual substance, I decided I just had to tell you about, and show you about, Sunday’s Father’s Day festivities. My family of about 13 came down to have a little get together in honor of the dads in our family, and I think I baked for about 30… But what fun is life without excess, right?
So first I endeavored to make mini peanut butter pies in oreo crust. My family went absolutely NUTS for these! I adapted this recipe from the lovely and talented Naomi from Bakers Royale. Instead of making a larger pie, I opted to make this peanutbuttery dream mini! So let’s see… we’ve now combined pretty much all of my favorite things… peanut butter, oreos, and mini things… these little pies are a dream come true.
The next dessert on my list was a little tribute to my dad: Banana Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes. My dad looooves chocolate covered bananas, so I decided to turn the tasty treat into a cupcake. I used this amazing banana cupcake recipe from Jessica at How Sweet It Is. Instead of following Jessica’s recipe, I opted to use my own chocolate buttercream frosting. These were my personal favorite… YUM! Banana deliciousness with rich chocolaty frosting… Simply decadent.
So much fudgey goodness…
Complete with adorable nametags made by my cousin!
Finally, I thought we needed something light and fruity amongst all of the decadent chocolate goodness. This red velvet strawberry layer cake from i am baker was the PERFECT cake! It was absolutely humongous and delicious. It was light, but still oh-so-good.
In the process…
Pure ridiculousness.
Let’s just say no one went hungry in my house this Father’s Day… 
So what are you waiting for?… go bake.
Hi Laura,
Those cakes look soooo luscious! You look great as well, good luck with your adventure in baking. Susan M.
Thank you so much Susan! I hope you enjoy my blog!
What’s the black goo on top of the peanut butter things??
haha it’s just chocolate sauce! I thought they needed a little extra punch
this is really cool lol
thanks abbie!!
GOod luck in baking, you are so cute and young!! Stop by and visit if you get a chance!
Aimee at http://www.shugarysweets.com
thank you so much aimee!! I will definitely be dropping by
hey laura!
(thanks for the label shout out) hehe 
this looks amazing! luv you
love marissa!
of course my lovely cousin!! I must give credit where credit is due
Love you too and thank you so much!!! <3 share with your friends!
Hi Laura,
Love your blog. Food Great and so are the styles.
Love you.
Grandma vicki
hi grandma!! Thanks for checking out my blog, I’m so impressed with your technological skills! Love you too <3
Hey Laura! I lovee your blog and everything looks soo delish! I wish I could’ve been there for father’s day this year and it would’ve been perfect since I know all of the desserts were peanut-free
again, great job with the blog girl! love ya, Steph (cousin!)
Hi Steph! Thank you so much!! I wish you could’ve too! Next family affair
Definitely subscribe and tell your friends to check it out! Love you!! <3