November's Treat: Mini Pumpkin Pies

In honor of Thanksgiving week, I decided to make these adorable mini pumpkin pies. I knew I had to try these the minute that I saw them on the Little Bit Funky blog. Follow these steps to make your own mini pies!

Ingredients:

1 15 oz can of pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, 1 12 oz can of evaporated milk, 2 tsp of pumpkin pie spice, 3/4 cup of sugar, 1/2 tsp of salt, 2 boxes of ready made pie crust, 1 cookie cutter (circle or heart shape), cooking spray, whipped cream

Instructions: 

1. First, spray muffin tin with cooking spray.

2. Unroll ready made crust and cut out shapes with cookie cutter.

3. Place cut out crust into each muffin cup. You will need to work with a bit to create the shape you want.

4. Combine the sugar, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, pumpkin puree and salt together. Once everything is combined, stir in the evaporated milk. 

5. When the mixture is combined, pour into each muffin cup. The mixture can reach almost to the top of the crust. 

6.  Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes, depending on your oven. ( Mine were done a little after 30 minutes) You can check to see if they're done by putting a knife in the center, if it comes out clean they are done.

7. Let the pies cool and then garnish with whipped cream. The pies are now ready to enjoy and share with friends!

Christina xxoo

KISSmeMINT Giveaway & Collaboration

 Hey guys--

I'm so excited to collaborate with KISSmeMINT, an online boutique with the cutest fashions and amazing deals! I've partnered with KISSmeMINT to give away this beautiful blouse. To win this top, sign up to receive emails from KISSmeMINT.com. Once you've signed up, comment this post with the color and size of your choice. The top is available in Red, Black, Teal, Mustard, and White! Also make sure that you've liked The Daily Sugar on Facebook and followed The Daily Sugar through blogger.

Good Luck!

Christina xxoo

Fashion Flashback

This is an outfit from last fall. I still love these pink pants!

Christina xxoo

In Fall Swing

Hey guys--

Deb Shops has the cutest cold weather gear! I can't get enough of their sweaters, boots and knit accessories! This aztec print duster cardigan was an amazing addition to my fall wardrobe. I've always loved aztec and nordic prints for autumn. To get the look, pair a printed sweater with a basic white blouse and black skinnies. Then accessorize with a knit turban head wrap and tan buckled booties. And these boots are my favorite boots of the moment. They have red stripes down the back where the zippers are! Such a nice touch.

Happy Monday friends!

Christina xxoo

Wearing: Deb Shops Aztec Print Cardigan Duster

Deb Shops White Blouse

Deb Shops Black Pants

Deb Shops Buckled Boots

Deb Shops Knit Head Wrap

Ruche Orange Bag

My Pumpkin Sweater

Hey guys--

I've been trying to regain full strength from being sick. I've been playing catch up with my school work, work work and my blog! So I'm not going to write very much, but this is my absolute favorite cardigan for fall.  It has such a vibrant, pumpkin orange color. It's absolutely perfect for the autumn season! It's also so so cozy to snuggle into. And to make it better it's from ModCloth, my absolute love.

Happy Veteran's Day to all! I want to thank all of the brave men & women who keep up safe and protect our freedom. I'm eternally grateful.

 Christina xxoo

Wearing: Persun Polka Dot Blouse

ModCloth Braided Belt

 Forever 21 Denim Shorts

Deb Shops Fringe Booties

ModCloth Orange Cardigan

Forever 21 Knit Infinity Scarf

The Magic Zoo (Etsy) Pug Brooch

Sugar Plum

Hey everyone--

Sweater weather is here and today I'm showing off one of my favorite sweaters. This cream and fuzzy Deb Shops sweater is extremely cozy and cute! I'm also loving the pale pink color trend for fall. It's such a surprise color for the cooler weather and it's always been a favorite shade of mine. These pink riding pants are comfy and the perfect pant for tucking into fall booties. To layer the outfit, I added a deep plum jacket to add a little more color to the look. & For shoes, I chose these adorable, tan booties because the color reminds me of yummy caramel candies.

Happy Thursday friends!

Christina xxoo

Wearing: Deb Shops Cream Textured Sweater

Deb Shops Pink Riding Pant

Deb Shops Plum Jacket

Deb Shops Tan Booties

Choie's Statement Necklace

Happy Halloween!

I love this holiday! A few of my Halloween favorites include: trick-or-treaters, spooky treats and dressing up! I'm still under the weather today, but I hope feel better for the weekend festivities... Nobody likes a sick fairy. 

Happy Halloween & Trick-or-Treat! What's your costume this year?

Christina xxoo

Cupcake of the Month: Candy Corn

Hey guys--

Today is National Candy Corn Day! I didn't plan to post this recipe because of that, but somehow it worked out perfectly. To celebrate a Halloween classic, follow these steps to make your own candy corn cupcakes!

Cupcake Ingredients: 1 box of vanilla cake mix, eggs, water and vegetable oil that are called for on the cake mix box

Frosting Ingredients: 7 cups of confectioners' sugar, 2 cups of butter, 3 tsp of vanilla extract, 6 tablespoons of whipping cream, orange food coloring, yellow food coloring, candy corn 

Frosting Instructions: 

1. This cupcake has 3 layers of frosting. They're all different colors, so make sure to use different bowls and piping bags.

2. You will make the yellow frosting first. The first step is to use a mixer to whisk together 3 cups of sugar and 1 cup of butter. Mix on a low speed until the mixture is blended and then increase to a medium speed for 3 minutes. 

3. Next, add 1 tsp vanilla, 2 tablespoons of whipping cream and yellow food coloring and continue to whisk on a medium speed for 1 minute.

4. The second frosting layer that you'll make is orange. Use a mixer to whisk together 2 cups of sugar and 1/2 cup of butter. Mix on a low speed until mixture is blended and then increase to a medium speed for 3 minutes. 

5. Repeat step 3 but add orange food coloring instead of yellow.

6. Now you're ready for the last layer, the white frosting. Repeat step 4.

7. Repeat step 3, but don't add any food coloring to your mixture.

Cupcake Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Line cupcake tins with paper liners.

3. In a large bowl, use a mixer to mix together cake mix, eggs, water and vegetable oil.

4. Pour the batter into the cupcake cups, fill about 2/3 full.

5. Bake for about 15 minutes.

6. Take the cupcakes out and let them cool down before icing them.

7. When cupcakes are cool, put yellow frosting into a piping bag and frost the first layer of the cupcakes.

8. Next, put orange frosting into a piping bag and frost the second layer of the cupcakes.

9. Then, put the white frosting into a piping bag and frost the third layer of the cupcakes. 

10. Complete your cupcakes by garnishing each one with a little candy corn. Enjoy!

Christina xxoo

October's Treat: "Pumpkin" Candy Apples

This recipe was supposed to be posted yesterday, but I had to go to the hospital. Nothing serious, I'm just sick! Sorry for the delay. Anyway, I'd never made candy apples until these and I'd always wanted to. I thought that these were adorable. Give me any recipe that mixes apples and pumpkins during the month of October and I'm in. I hope you all enjoy these as much as I did! 

Ingredients: apples, large kabob or popsicle sticks, orange gel food coloring, green and orange frosting, 1 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water, 1 cup of light corn syrup, parchment paper, candy thermometer 

Instructions: 

1. Prepare by washing the apples and laying down parchment paper onto the plate/container that apples will be placed on. 

2.  Remove the stems from the apples and stick the kabob/popsicle sticks into the center of the apples.

3.  In a pot on stove top, combine sugar, light corn syrup and water.

4. Stir mixture on high heat until it starts to boil.

5. Once mixture is boiling, stop stirring and place candy thermometer into the pot.

6. Once the mixture reaches 285 degrees Farenheit, lower the heat and put orange food coloring into the mix. (How much food coloring you should use really just depends. Start by adding 1/2 tsp and continue to add more to get the color you like.)

7. Dip apples into the candy mixture. Make sure each apple is completely covered. & Dip apples as quickly as possible.

8. Then, let the excess mixture drip off of the apple back into the pot.

9. Next, place the apple on parchment paper and let dry. 

10. Use orange icing to draw lines down the apple, to imitate that of a pumpkin.

11. Then, use green icing to draw a circle around the top of the apple, to imitate a pumpkin's stem and leaves. 

12. Let the frosting on the apples dry and you are finished! Enjoy your "pumpkin" apples with some friends and fall fun!

Christina xxoo

Fall Leaves

Hey guys--

I know it's been awhile! Things have been a bit crazy. I was in New York City last week and this week I've been sick. I've missed blogging so much! I hate being sick in the midst of fall, it's too wonderful of a time. I hope all of you are well!

This is one of my October posts for Deb Shops! I wanted to create a casual, cozy look that would be perfect for playing in the leaves. This wine jacket is so comfy and warm! I've definitely gotten my wear out of it. & Where do I begin with my love for this mustard knit scarf? It's a fall staple in my wardrobe! I love the color so much, it adds a POP to every outfit! Oh and these oxfords, they've become my favorite flat in my closet!

Happy Halloween Week friends! I hope to get well soon! 

Christina xxoo

Wearing: Forever 21 White Tee

Deb Shops Wine Jacket

Deb Shops Mustard Infinity Scarf

ModCloth Heart Print Denim

Deb Shops Lace Up Oxfords

Forever 21 Fox Ring

Butterscotch Sundaes After School

Hey guys--

It's time once again for another Deb Shops post! Lately, I've been wearing more high-waisted denim than hip hugger style denim. I think they have more of a vintage look and have a super flattering shape. These dark wash, high-waisted jeans are a staple in my wardrobe. I paired them with an ivory collared tank and a cozy knit cardigan. 

To accessorize, I wore  two things that I've become quite obsessed with, my polka dot head wrap and gray oxfords.

& I just got this bunny ring so I had to wear it.

Have a happy weekend everyone!

Christina xxoo

Wearing: Deb Shops Polka Dot Headband

Deb Shops Semi-Sheer Top

Forever 21 Cami Top

Deb Shops Knit Cardigan

Deb Shops High Waist-ed Denim

Deb Shops Gray Oxfords

Urban Outfitters Bunny Ears Ring

Forever 21 Tied Bow Ring