Drop of Disney

Much to the dismay of my cat, it’s National Puppy Day and we’re celebrating with a treat inspired by some of my favorite Disney puppies–the 101 Dalmatians! These soft and chewy peanut butter puppy paw print cookies are a quick, easy, and satisfying treat!

I’ve found there are two main peanut butter cookie camps.…

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Today I’m wearing green and celebrating with these spiked shamrock cupcakes! Given our Irish heritage, my family has always celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. When we lived in Chicago, we’d go to the parade and watch as the City dyed the river green. A lot of the large celebrations around the country have been cancelled this year, but these fun cupcakes are a great way to celebrate at home!…

Happy Pi(e) Day! I don’t usually celebrate Pi Day but things have been a bit crazy with all of the news this week and the temporary closure of all of the Disney parks and Pi Day felt like a fun excuse for a bit of Mickey magic (and, of course, pie).…

Today Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway opens in Hollywood Studios! While I miss the Great Movie Ride, I’m excited that Mickey & Minnie finally get their own ride! To celebrate the opening, I made this chocolate orange cookie train! Decorated with orange royal icing, it’s the perfect centerpiece to celebrate Mickey & Minnie’s new ride!…

Happy Mardi Gras! Today we’re celebrating with this delicious cinnamon king cake! This yeasted cake is filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet icing and colorful sugar.

Growing up, I took French classes in school and one of the parents would bring in a king cake every year on Mardi Gras.…

Happy 70th Anniversary Cinderella! Cinderella is one of my favorite princesses and I’m so excited to celebrate with these copycat Gus Gus cupcakes! Just like the ones at Disney World, these chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting are filled with marshmallow fluff and topped with fondant ears and a piece of white chocolate cheese! …

Happy Valentine’s Day! No matter who you’re celebrating with today, even if it’s just yourself, there’s always time for a special Valentine’s treat! I’m so excited to share these delicious strawberry Mickey & Minnie Valentine Rice Krispies! These light pink strawberry flavored rice krispie treats are topped with melted white and dark chocolate and sprinkles!…

Today, Pinocchio is celebrating its 80th anniversary! Pinocchio has always felt like a classic Disney movie to me, maybe because it’s been around for so long. But also because one of it’s characters, Jiminy Cricket has become something of a spokesperson for wishes. From his song When You Wish Upon A Star, to his appearance in the Wishes fireworks show, Jiminy Cricket has become one of the most classic and recognizable icons of Disney wishes and magic.…

Happy Lunar New Year! Today marks the start of the Year of the Rat and I’m so excited to share this Lunar New Year inspired cake featuring my favorite rat, Remy!

Almond and orange are some traditional Chinese flavors and so this cake is a moist almond cake filled with orange marmalade and buttercream frosting and is topped with red fondant, gold fondant flowers, and a gold outline of Chef Remy.…

It’s National Polka Dot Day! Polka dots are one of my favorite fashion trends. I love how they come in many different colors and add a splash of fun to any outfit. Of course, they also remind me of one of my favorite characters Minnie Mouse!

To celebrate today I’m excited to share these Minnie Mouse Rock the Dots lemon cookies!…