Bloom: Happy Independence Day!

Friday, July 2, 2010

"I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives.

I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him."

-Abraham Lincoln-

Happy 4th! Make it memorable!

xo,

anne and em

Kristyn said...: Darling 4th decor!

I must know, how do you make the frosting for those cupcakes??

Thanks! :); July 2, 2010 at 10:27 AM
Bloom said...: Kristyn,

This is the go-to chocolate glaze around here. It is sooo easy and delish and I love how it looks!

From the Joy of Cooking:
-Bittersweet Chocolate Glaze or Frosting-

In the top of a double boiler or in a microwave on medium, heat, stirring often, just until the chocolate is melted and smooth:

6 oz bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped (I use 1/2 a bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips--guittard or ghiradelli) and
6 tablespoons milk

Remove from heat. With a rubber spatula, stir in 2 or 3 pieces at a time:
6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Continue to stir (do not beat) until perfectly smooth.

When it is still fairly warm, I like to just dip the tops of my cupcakes in. It's so fast and easy! If you let it cool longer, it becomes thicker like a frosting. I much prefer the glaze.

Enjoy!
anne; July 2, 2010 at 12:27 PM
lish and toby said...: Recently came across your fun blog. Love this pennant banner. Where did you get your cute fabric? Do you ever do tutorials on here?; July 10, 2010 at 4:35 PM

Blog Design by