NSFW Elf on the Shelf (a. k. a. the Post I Ruin a Stupid Christmas Tradition) (Third Edition)

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Parents, it’s that time of year again when Santa sends his little visitor to your children’s home in order to monitor their behavior to make sure they’re good enough for Christmas presents when the big guy visits himself. Yet, be warned that these creepy sprites tend to act very badly when nobody’s looking. And I mean badly in terms of they do stuff that you wouldn’t even dare mention to your little ones. Sure I’ve done an Elf on the Shelf post 2 years in a row, and believe me, there is a lot of crazy shit your family elf can do. After all, an elf can only “move” whenever residents are asleep or away from home, so hours of no supervision can really get to your elf’s head. And since so many elves in so many houses don’t adhere to behavioral standards, I highly suggest parents need to keep an eye on their resident Elf on the Shelf and report professional misconduct on the Internet with aid of a camera. So when you see your resident elf behaving inappropriately, take a picture, show it on the Internet to let your friends know, and call this hotline to report it to Santa at 1-800-555-BAD-ELF1. And now for your reading pleasure, I give you even more instances of Elves on the Shelves that squarely belong on Santa’s “naughty list.” Warning: most of the pictures aren’t for kids and aren’t safe for work.

  1. Oh, no, what the hell happened to Gristlecrumbs?
Okay, so the dogs at him for being creepy. Sure it was a very naughty thing but I couldn't blame them.

Okay, so the dogs at him for being creepy. Sure it was a very naughty thing but I couldn’t blame them.

2. Nice to see Frickles being informed about current events.

Did he just take a dump in that wine glass? Shouldn't he go somewhere else like an elf toilet?

Did he just take a dump in that wine glass? Shouldn’t he go somewhere else like an elf toilet?

3. For Blinkyskins, fat bottomed girls make the rockin’ world go round.

"Are you gonna take me home tonight ?/Ah down beside that red firelight/Are you gonna let it all hang out ?/Fat bottomed girls/You make the rockin' world go round"

“Are you gonna take me home tonight ?/Ah down beside that red firelight/Are you gonna let it all hang out ?/Fat bottomed girls/You make the rockin’ world go round”

4. Noel would like to say something for the Ferguson family.

Hey, Noel, nice you can remind us why you're late and all. But please, not in front of the kids.

Hey, Noel, nice you can remind us why you’re late and all. But please, not in front of the kids.

5. Seems like Dinkler has a message for the Granger family.

Okay, is that "murder." Jesus Christ, God help this family. Because Dinkler may be on the homicidal side.

Okay, is that “murder.” Jesus Christ, God help this family. Because Dinkler may be on the homicidal side.

6. Jingle Bell is enjoying a nice quiet movie night with Ken.

Okay, I don't think Barbie will like this. But Jingle Bell doesn't seem to care one bit.

Okay, I don’t think Barbie will like this. But Jingle Bell doesn’t seem to care one bit.

7. No, Blinkle, you don’t light Max on fire!

Yet, he could just as well be trying to light his farts. Either way, this really doesn't bode well for him.

Yet, he could just as well be trying to light his farts. Either way, this really doesn’t bode well for him.

8. “I have you now, Rudolph!”

No, Crumby, you don't pull a knife on Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Hell, you don't pull a knife on anybody.

No, Crumby, you don’t pull a knife on Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Hell, you don’t pull a knife on anybody.

9. “So, ladies, how do we proceed from here?”

Think Freckles has a very dirty mind and a bit of a smoking habit. Clearly, he's not fit to monitor the Westover kids.

Think Freckles has a very dirty mind and a bit of a smoking habit. Clearly, he’s not fit to monitor the Westover kids at this point.

10. Looks like Grimler got into Daddy’s secret drawer.

Did he just get into Daddy's condoms and lube? No, I don't think that plastic thing is a hat, Grimler.

Did he just get into Daddy’s condoms and lube? No, I don’t think that plastic thing is a hat, Grimler.

11. Pinkleskins, how dare you dress like Miley Cyrus at the VMAs.

Apparently, he thought Miley's VMA performance in 2013 was worth remembering. He is sorely mistaken.

Apparently, he thought Miley’s VMA performance in 2013 was worth remembering. He is sorely mistaken.

12. Seems like some of Andy’s toys have taken quite well to Minter.

Is Minter drinking and playing poker with Woody, Buzz, and Rex? Jesus, now my childhood is ruined.

Is Minter drinking and playing poker with Woody, Buzz, and Rex? Jesus, now my childhood is ruined.

13. Seems like someone really wants Tinkleskins to stick it.

But did they really have to decapitate a My Little Pony? That's just fucked up.

But did they really have to decapitate a My Little Pony? That’s just a fucked up way to make an offer he can’t refuse.

14. What did Quinty get himself tied up in this time?

I don't know about you. But if he got this way through BDSM, he's going be in big trouble after Christmas.

I don’t know about you. But if he got this way through BDSM, he’s going be in big trouble after Christmas.

15. Oh, my God, not you, too Wrinklebrush!

What's with the Miley Cyrus routine? Then again, seems like the plushies like it which is disturbing.

What’s with the Miley Cyrus routine? Then again, seems like the plushies like it which is disturbing.

16. No, Hinkly, Mr. Ruskin will not like you getting into his wallet.

Boy, is he going to be in for a world of trouble when Mr. Ruskin gets home. Hinkly ought to be ashamed of himself.

Boy, is he going to be in for a world of trouble when Mr. Ruskin gets home. Hinkly ought to be ashamed of himself.

17. “Say your prayers for stealing Christmas, Grinch!”

Dankles, just because the Grinch doesn't like Christmas doesn't mean you could kill him! And a la Dexter on top of presents? That's fucked up!

Dankles, just because the Grinch doesn’t like Christmas doesn’t mean you could kill him! And a la Dexter on top of presents? That’s fucked up!

18. Looks like Clinky has taken some time off at the North Pole.

What the hell is he doing to Santa? Why the hell is the Abominable Snowman taking pictures? This is messed up on so many levels.

What the hell is he doing to Santa? Why the hell is the Abominable Snowman taking pictures? This is messed up on so many levels.

19. Elfie wants to tell Santa to stick it on Christmas Eve.

Seems like Santa doesn't treat his Elves on the Shelves too well. That or Elfie is such a prick. I don't know how workplace relations are at the North Pole.

Seems like Santa doesn’t treat his Elves on the Shelves too well. That or Elfie is such a prick. I don’t know how workplace relations are at the North Pole.

20. Seems like the Vitales couldn’t handle any more of Winkleross’s insane antics.

Guess this what happens to an Elf on the Shelf if they've behaved really naughty during the Christmas season. Guess it was for the best.

Guess this what happens to an Elf on the Shelf if they’ve behaved really naughty during the Christmas season. Perhaps it was for the best.

21. Seems like the Lego people have had enough of Sugar Plum.

Of course, everyone should've know it would come to this. The Lego people were against him from the very beginning.

Of course, everyone should’ve know it would come to this. The Lego people were against him from the very beginning.

22. Vinklevoss apparently takes well to sheep.

No, that's not how you treat a sheep. Bestiality is depraved and wrong for a reason. And no, the animals don't like it.

No, that’s not how you treat a sheep. Bestiality is depraved and wrong for a reason. And no, the animals don’t like it.

23. Let us leave and give Trinkler his privacy.

Is he licking that candy cane through a glory hole? Please don't tell me it's as dirty as it looks.

Is he licking that candy cane through a glory hole? Please don’t tell me it’s as dirty as it looks.

24. Oh, look, Elksie made a pie. Isn’t that sweet?

Uh, on second thought, maybe it's better to pass. Because I don't want to know what's in it. Also, that looks like a finger.

Uh, on second thought, maybe it’s better to pass. Because I don’t want to know what’s in it. Also, that looks like a finger.

25. Okay, what the hell’s going on with Rinky?

Guess the toys have had enough with him that they put him in a blender and served him as a smoothie. Yes, that's really sick, indeed.

Guess the toys have had enough with him that they put him in a blender and served him as a smoothie. Yes, that’s really sick, indeed.

26. Aww, Finley just spelled out Santa in blocks.

On second thought, he spelled out "Satan." And I'm not sure if he did it by accident.

On second thought, he spelled out “Satan.” And I’m not sure if he did it by accident.

27. No, Quinkler, don’t you dare hold Barbie hostage!

He even wrote a ransom note for Ken in the meantime requesting unmarked bills to his lawyer. Or else, Barbie gets it. Ken, I think you might want to take the deal.

He even wrote a ransom note for Ken in the meantime requesting unmarked bills to his lawyer. Or else, Barbie gets it. Ken, I think you might want to take the deal.

28. Sometimes Pinker just pisses off the wrong people.

Queen Elsa is perhaps the last person he'd want to piss off right now. Because he's now a giant ice cube. Hope he likes dealing with hypothermia.

Queen Elsa is perhaps the last person he’d want to piss off right now. Because he’s now a giant ice cube. Hope he likes dealing with hypothermia.

29. Guess Rumple messed with the Caped Crusader for the last time.

Sure Batman doesn't like killing, Rumple. But you must've done something really bad for him to hang you into the toilet.

Sure Batman doesn’t like killing, Rumple. But you must’ve done something really bad for him to hang you into the toilet.

30. What the hell are Tingle and Chuckie doing to Frosty the Snowman?

No, don't put him through the grater? Anything but the grater? Poor, Frosty.

No, don’t put him through the grater? Anything but the grater? Poor, Frosty.

31. Finnegan always enjoys going online.

I think it's best that the Quincys no longer allow him access to their technology ever again. Seriously, he can no longer be trusted.

I think it’s best that the Quincys no longer allow him access to their technology ever again. Seriously, he can no longer be trusted.

32. “I have plans for you, Tinkerbell.”

No, Finney, please don't. Sure Tinkerbell is annoying, but that gives you no right to set her house on fire.

No, Finney, please don’t. Sure Tinkerbell is annoying, but that gives you no right to set her house on fire.

33. “Hello, witches, show me your tits!”

Guess whatever happens in Oz, stays in Oz. Or at least we hope. But it seems that Kingsley has made them an offer.

Guess whatever happens in Oz, stays in Oz. Or at least we hope. But it seems that Kingsley has made them an offer.

34. Did Nibbler just decapitate Barbie? Holy shit!

Oh, God, he did! And he's saying that the Mullins family are next. They better call the police.

Oh, God, he did! And he’s saying that the Mullins family are next. They better call the police.

35. Inkling always loves to camp out in the great indoors.

Did he just shoot Rudolph and hang him from sticks to drain the blood? Santa's going to be furious.

Did he just shoot Rudolph and hang him from sticks to drain the blood? Santa’s going to be furious.

36. Seems like Prattle partied with the GI Joes while the Farquars were gone.

And it seems the GI Joes had him drink a lot of beer in the meantime. Wait until Santa hears about this.

And it seems the GI Joes had him drink a lot of beer in the meantime. Wait until Santa hears about this.

37. “Okay, ladies, it’s now lights, camera, action!”

The Morrises knew that Linky was into making films. They didn't know the kind of movies he made. Yes, he's deep shit.

The Morrises knew that Linky was into making films. They didn’t know the kind of movies he made. Yes, he’s deep shit.

38. Guess the chalupa was too much for Vinny.

Okay, that's really disgusting. But I'm sure it can be easily flushed away. Yeah, he's got diarrhea real bad.

Okay, that’s really disgusting. But I’m sure it can be easily flushed away. Yeah, he’s got diarrhea real bad.

39. What does Frinkleflam have here?

Jesus, did he ever learn from Elf on the Shelf school that the parents' toys are strictly off limits? Seriously, he wouldn't want to be caught dead with a dildo.

Jesus, did he ever learn from Elf on the Shelf school that the parents’ toys are strictly off limits? Seriously, he wouldn’t want to be caught dead with a dildo.

40. For a good time, call Buddy.

I hope it's not for what I think it is. Though I'm probably right.

I hope it’s not for what I think it is. Though I’m probably right as far as I know.

41. Poor, Peeta, he didn’t even stand a chance.

Yes, what elves like Flicker are capable of doing is quite chilling during the Hunger Games. Peeta never stood a chance.

Yes, what elves like Flicker are capable of doing is quite chilling during the Hunger Games. Peeta never stood a chance.

42. Zippy wishes the Bayrocks to sleep tight.

But saying while being near the knives? I really don't like how this will go down.

But saying while being near the knives? I really don’t like how this will go down.

43. That’s nice. Jax invited Rudolph for dinner.

Yet, from how I look at it, Jax wants Rudolph to be the main course. Poor Rudolph.

Yet, from how I look at it, Jax wants Rudolph to be the main course. Poor Rudolph.

44. Unfortunately, Snowballs got ensnared by the Abominable Snowman.

And it seems like this yeti likes to have his meat on the skillet. Not sure if he wants it rare, medium, or well done.

And it seems like this yeti likes to have his meat on the skillet. Not sure if he wants it rare, medium, or well done.

45. Looks like Pinsey doesn’t feel so good.

From what I could tell, he at least had 3 beers. Yeah, that's what a night drinking can do to you.

From what I could tell, he at least had 3 beers. Yeah, that’s what a night drinking can do to you.

46. Seems like Boxy likes to make some money on the side.

Look, Boxy, I understand if Santa doesn't pay you enough. But even if pot's legal in Colorado, doesn't mean you should be selling it. It might look bad in your next performance review.

Look, Boxy, I understand if Santa doesn’t pay you enough. But even if pot’s legal in Colorado, doesn’t mean you should be selling it. It might look bad in your next performance review.

47. Marky, why the hell did you set the gingerbread house on fire?

Now everyone in there will be burnt to a crisp. Jesus, Marky, are you psycho or something?

Now everyone in there will be burnt to a crisp. Jesus, Marky, are you psycho or something?

48. You might not want to look behind the shower curtain.

Seems like Frinkle has a knife on him. And he's out to kill. Stay on your guard.

Seems like Frinkle has a knife on him. And he’s out to kill. Stay on your guard.

49. Nankie and Glinkle, please stop that!

Look, twerking is fine at the North Pole and all. But please, this is a family establishment here!

Look, twerking is fine at the North Pole and all. But please, this is a family establishment here!

50. Mindy and Button always enjoy each other’s company.

For the love of God, please don't try lighting farts this time of year. That could cause a major house fire!

For the love of God, please don’t try lighting farts this time of year. That could cause a major house fire!

51. Himey always likes to explore new places in the Tortini house.

I believe Mrs. Tortini's underwear drawer is strictly off limits. Seriously, Himey, you dare not go in there!

I believe Mrs. Tortini’s underwear drawer is strictly off limits. Seriously, Himey, you dare not go in there!

52. Man, Grinsley is ripped!

Don't tell me he's a male stripper on the side. God, makes me wonder how much Santa pays them.

Don’t tell me he’s a male stripper on the side. God, makes me wonder how much Santa pays them.

53. Wilky, you’re not fooling me with your meth business.

You can wear the yellow suit and mustache all you want to. But you'll still go on the naughty list for this year.

You can wear the yellow suit and mustache all you want to. But you’ll still go on the naughty list for this year.

54. Trixie really takes to the cat for some reason.

No, Trixie, you can't cut the cat's head off. That's just sick and wrong on so many levels.

No, Trixie, you can’t cut the cat’s head off. That’s just sick and wrong on so many levels.

55. Seems like somebody made the cover of Wrapping Paper magazine.

Not sure what I think about the cookies and milk bit. But that's sure not a wholesome elf.

Not sure what I think about the cookies and milk bit. But that’s sure not a wholesome elf.

56. Blizter, let go of the cleaver!

For some reason, it won't end well with the family he's staying with. Chances are you'll regret being on his naughty list.

For some reason, it won’t end well with the family he’s staying with. Chances are you’ll regret being on his naughty list.

57. Winkles has a message for the Bobbsey kids.

Okay, Winkles, that's really not appropriate. Please keep your thoughts about Mrs. Bobbsey to yourself, thanks.

Okay, Winkles, that’s really not appropriate. Please keep your thoughts about Mrs. Bobbsey to yourself, thanks.

58. Moxie always had a mischievous side to her.

But this really goes way too far. For the love of God, please don't pull the lever and start a fire drill.

But this really goes way too far. For the love of God, please don’t pull the lever and start a fire drill.

59. Of course, Mitsy had to dress up as her favorite Star Wars character for the new movie.

Slave Leia, really? Hey, it's okay to like Princess Leia. But a more modest costume is best.

Slave Leia, really? Hey, it’s okay to like Princess Leia. But a more modest costume is best.

60. “I call this a lamb sandwich.”

Sorry, kids, but thanks to Bertie, lambkins is no more. I know it's a real shame.

Sorry, kids, but thanks to Bertie, lambkins is no more. I know it’s a real shame.

61. Before Christmas, Lingle means business.

Looks like he's dressed and ready for a crime spree. Okay, I think someone really needs to call the cops on him.

Looks like he’s dressed and ready for a crime spree. Okay, I think someone really needs to call the cops on him.

62. Mr. Jingles has something to say to the Heaths.

I think the Heaths are now shivering in dread at the moment. Yes, Mr. Jingles is dangerous.

I think the Heaths are now shivering in dread at the moment. Yes, Mr. Jingles is dangerous.

63. “Sorry, but all these Hostess mini muffins are mine!”

Guess Frankle's family is going to be incredibly pissed when they get home. Don't like the sound of that.

Guess Frankle’s family is going to be incredibly pissed when they get home. Don’t like the sound of that.

64. “Come on, Barbie, let’s get out of here.”

Did they just kill Ken? Together? Jesus Christ, Santa won't take this well from Glingle.

Did they just kill Ken? Together? Jesus Christ, Santa won’t take this well from Glingle.

65. Even Gollum thinks Quingle is a bit freaky.

Oh, God, please don't do anything to Gollum! All he wants his is precious the hobbitses stole from him.

Oh, God, please don’t do anything to Gollum! All he wants is his precious the hobbitses stole from him.

66. “Please, come and play with us.”

No, kids, you don't want to play with Ginger and Jenny. They want to kill you.

No, kids, you don’t want to play with Ginger and Jenny. They want to kill you.

67. Seems like Grangy really needs help after what happened last night.

He should hope that this sink doesn't have a garbage disposal. Because he won't last long if it's turned on.

He should hope that this sink doesn’t have a garbage disposal. Because he won’t last long if it’s turned on.

68. “Guess all bets are off, ladies.”

Man, seems like they really get into playing strip poker at that house. Wait a minute?

Man, seems like they really get into playing strip poker at that house. Wait a minute?

69. Guess Frazzle really makes himself at home with these teen boy dolls.

Are they drinking beer and smoking pot? Hope marijuana's legal wherever he is or he's busted.

Are they drinking beer and smoking pot? Hope marijuana’s legal wherever he is or he’s busted.

70. “Sorry, Woody, but a deal’s a deal.”

Did Stinker just behead Woody like that? Jesus, God Almighty. how could he?

Did Stinker just behead Woody like that? Jesus, God Almighty. how could he?

71. I think Frizzle really needs to find some better avenues for his imagination.

He seems to like Fifty Shades of Grey a bit too much. And now he's experimenting BDSM on Barbies.

He seems to like Fifty Shades of Grey a bit too much. And now he’s experimenting BDSM on Barbies.

72. Derry always likes to know what’s going on with the neighbors.

Let's hope he's just birdwatching or stargazing shall we? Because I really don't want to think he's spying on the neighbors as a peeping tom.

Let’s hope he’s just birdwatching or stargazing shall we? Because I really don’t want to think he’s spying on the neighbors as a peeping tom.

73. “Abominable Snowman, why did you have to mess with the time machine?”

Now it seems that Glinko and his friends are about to become a prehistoric banquet. Yeah, it doesn't look good.

Now it seems that Glinko and his friends are about to become a prehistoric banquet. Yeah, it doesn’t look good.

74. Waddly has a confession to make.

It seems that Waddly more than likely killed someone he thought deserved it. Sorry, but vigilantism is a crime for a reason.

It seems that Waddly more than likely killed someone he thought deserved it. Sorry, but vigilantism is a crime for a reason.

75. Bricker always likes to go for a ride.

However, from how I see it, he looks as if he's trying to break into one. Someone call the cops.

However, from how I see it, he looks as if he’s trying to break into one. Someone call the cops.

76. Penny always likes to check out the home copy machine.

And it seems like she's copying an image of her own ass. Now that's just real immature.

And it seems like she’s copying an image of her own ass. Now that’s just real immature.

77. Crinker really needs to cut down on the Reddi Whip.

And the small metal bottles, too. Seriously, Crinker needs help. Does the North Pole have any 12 step programs?

And the small metal bottles, too. Seriously, Crinker needs help. Does the North Pole have any 12 step programs?

78. Ringer, please, don’t disturb the baby.

And he seems to put a screwdriver in the baby's bassinet. Nothing good can come of this.

And he seems to put a screwdriver in the baby’s bassinet. Nothing good can come of this.

79. Querty, what did that North Pole seminar tell you about sexual harassment?

Please don't hang on the mother's tits. I don't care how you might find her attractive. That's just wrong.

Please don’t hang on the mother’s tits. I don’t care how you might find her attractive. That’s just wrong.

80. Minkler, you know very well not to have sexual relations in a stocking.

However, Minkler doesn't really seem to give a shit, does he? Guess he'll have to face a disciplinary hearing when he gets back to the North Pole.

However, Minkler doesn’t really seem to give a shit, does he? Guess he’ll have to face a disciplinary hearing when he gets back to the North Pole.

Day of the Dead Worthy Treats for Dia de los Muertos

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Around the same time as Halloween, there is Dia de los Muertos in Mexico which unlike Cinco de Mayo is actually a holiday Mexicans celebrate. However, since I’m more focused on Halloween posts this time of year, I usually tend to skip it. But since the US has so many Mexicans living the country, I think I should acknowledge this occasion. Anyway, Dia de los Muertos is a 3 day holiday from October 31 to November 2 when family and friends gather to pray for and remember loved ones who have died and help support their spiritual journey.In Mexico, this is a public holiday as well as was inscribed by UNESCO in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. However, what you may not know that it’s a blend of the the Catholic feast of All Saints and Souls, Halloween, and an Aztec celebration that used to take place in the beginning of summer that was dedicated to the goddess Mictecacihuatl. Traditions include building private altars called ofrendas, honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, marigolds, and their favorite foods and beverages, as well as visiting graves with these gifts. They also leave possessions of the deceased, too. Sometimes there are parties and processions as well, which is where I come in. There are even people who dress in costumes. So for your reading pleasure, I give you a treasure trove of treats pertaining to the Day of the Dead.

  1. Skull cookies always are great on any Day of the Dead dessert platter.
A lot of these treats featured in this post will have decorated skulls on them. These are in multiple colors.

A lot of these treats featured in this post will have decorated skulls on them. These are in multiple colors.

2. Take a bite out of these skull cupcakes.

These ones seem to be covered in flowers. They also seem quite cute, which is kind of disturbing.

These ones seem to be covered in flowers. They also seem quite cute, which is kind of disturbing.

3. No Dia de los Muertos party is a hit without this skull cake.

Well, this one has pink flowers on it. Not sure what to think about the teeth.

Well, this one has pink flowers on it. Not sure what to think about the teeth.

4. No Dia de los Muertos cake is complete without a dead flower girl.

I think this is supposed to be a cutesy rendition of La Calavera Catrina. More on her later.

I think this is supposed to be a cutesy rendition of La Calavera Catrina. More on her later.

5. This Day of the Dead cake is quite two faced.

Though once a figure of political satire, La Calavera Catrina may have been inspired by the Aztec Mictecacihuatl, Lady of the Dead and Keeper of Bones. She also has roots in the Spanish Dance of Death.

Though once a figure of political satire, La Calavera Catrina may have been inspired by the Aztec Mictecacihuatl, Lady of the Dead and Keeper of Bones. She also has roots in the Spanish Dance of Death.

6. These little skull cupcakes are worth dying for.

Seem quite adorable for an image that pertains to death. Love the flowers and icing though.

Seem quite adorable for an image that pertains to death. Love the flowers and icing though.

7. Each skull cookie can have its unique design.

Guess these were professionally made. And each seems unique in its own way.

Guess these were professionally made. And each seems unique in its own way.

8. For a flowery touch, go with some cactus cupcakes.

Well, I can't have them all be skulls. Besides, cacti grow in Mexico so I'm sure these are appropriate.

Well, I can’t have them all be skulls. Besides, cacti grow in Mexico so I’m sure these are appropriate.

9. Sometimes a skull cake just needs the right hat.

There are even skulls on the top and the sides. Yes, it's a really dead cake for a dead celebration.

There are even skulls on the top and the sides. Yes, it’s a really dead cake for a dead celebration.

10. On the Day of the Dead, fiesta colors are always great with skulls.

Then again, Mexicans usually prefer bright colors anyway. Though each skull is unique in it's own way while the icing is in pink, yellow, and cyan.

Then again, Mexicans usually prefer bright colors anyway. Though each skull is unique in it’s own way while the icing is in pink, yellow, and cyan.

11. Sometimes a purple skull cake is a real treat.

Yes, it looks quite morbid as most of these treats go. But since I love purple, I find it hard to resist.

Yes, it looks quite morbid as most of these treats go. But since I love purple, I find it hard to resist.

12. Even chocolate skull cookies can be a tasty treat.

Wonder how long it took to decorate these. My guess is that they were professionally made. Hope they're delicious.

Wonder how long it took to decorate these. My guess is that they were professionally made. Hope they’re delicious.

13. You can’t go wrong with this Skull Rice Krispie cake on your dessert platter.

Doesn't hurt that it's decorated with candy like Smarties and gumdrops. Though they're not the most edible decorations around.

Doesn’t hurt that it’s decorated with candy like Smarties and gumdrops. Though they’re not the most edible decorations around.

14. This skull cake comes in its bejeweled glory.

Either those pieces are candy or are merely inedible. I don't know which.

Either those pieces are candy or are merely inedible. I don’t know which.

15. Want to bite into these sugar skull chocolate brownies?

Well, they may not be colorful. But they're sure as decorative as the other skulls on here.

Well, they may not be colorful. But they’re sure as decorative as the other skulls on here.

16. Have you ever sat through a skeleton serenade.

Like how he has spiky hair and a flowery guitar. Also, love the flowers.

Like how he has spiky hair and a flowery guitar. Also, love the flowers.

17. Heard of a gingerbread man? How about a gingerbread skeleton?

This one even has flowers and well decorated bones. And I make no bones about that.

This one even has flowers and well decorated bones. And I make no bones about that.

18. Skull cookies can also be as dazzling in black and white.

Yet, I'm not sure if these professionally made cookies come cheap either. But they're just as elaborate.

Yet, I’m not sure if these professionally made cookies come cheap either. But they’re just as elaborate.

19. A skull cake should always have flowers.

Don't forget the red eyes, too, which might make it creepier. Could you imagine eating a cake like this?

Don’t forget the red eyes, too, which might make it creepier. Could you imagine eating a cake like this?

20. If you like cats, I have just the cookie for you.

Yes, this is a skeleton cat cookie. And yes, it has a multi-colored rib cage. Don't ask me about it. I wasn't consulted.

Yes, this is a skeleton cat cookie. And yes, it has a multi-colored rib cage. Don’t ask me about it. I wasn’t consulted.

21. Grace your fiesta platter with these gingerbread skull cookies.

I guess these go with the other gingerbread skeleton cookies. Love how each one is decorated though.

I guess these go with the other gingerbread skeleton cookies. Love how each one is decorated though.

22. This purple skull cake comes with purple flowers.

Also comes with flowery eyes and purple ribbons. Though I wouldn't want to eat the ribbons.

Also comes with flowery eyes and purple ribbons. Though I wouldn’t want to eat the ribbons.

23. To go with a Dia de los Muertos skull cake, check out these cake pops.

Yes, these are skull cake pops with roses in them. But each of them sure look just as lovely.

Yes, these are skull cake pops with roses in them. But each of them sure look just as lovely.

24. This Calavera Catrina cake comes with flowery eyes.

Kind of resembles a Mexican Tim Burton character. Love the skirt.

Kind of resembles a Mexican Tim Burton character. Love the skirt.

25. Of course, these skull cupcakes shall do quite nicely on any dessert platter.

Well, they do have all the flowery trimmings. But not all the skulls are decorated.

Well, they do have all the flowery trimmings. But not all the skulls are decorated.

26. This flowery skull cake can almost be considered a work of art.

Well, I do love the purple flower eyes on this one. Also think the rose is ornately painted.

Well, I do love the purple flower eyes on this one. Also think the rose is ornately painted.

27. How about a skull cake in blue?

Well, this one seems really unique. The purple teeth and green flower eyes sure are creepy.

Well, this one seems really unique. The purple teeth and green flower eyes sure are creepy.

28. Nothing makes Day of the Dead like these sugar skull marshmallows.

Wonder how people decorate these. I mean it can't be easy to put icing on a marshmallow like that.

Wonder how people decorate these. I mean it can’t be easy to put icing on a marshmallow like that.

29. For your Dia de los Muertos party, you can’t go wrong with these skull pizzas.

These are covered in tomato sauce and cheese with veggie features. Bet you can't resist these.

These are covered in tomato sauce and cheese with veggie features. Bet you can’t resist these.

30. For lunch on Day of a Dead, take a bite out of this skull sandwich.

The jelly on this one makes it look a bit bloody. But I love how they used seeds for the features.

The jelly on this one makes it look a bit bloody. But I love how they used seeds for the features.

31. Of course, some cakes go over the top.

Now this one may be festive but it's just so outlandish. Bet it didn't come cheap.

Now this one may be festive but it’s just so outlandish. Bet it didn’t come cheap.

32. These Hello Kitty Dia de los Muertos cookies are a real treat.

Yes, these do exist. And yes, many will find them adorable. Not sure about the witch hat though.

Yes, these do exist. And yes, many will find them adorable. Not sure about the witch hat though.

33. Nothing makes your Day of the Dead party a hit like these brownie bites.

Some of these have skulls on them. Some of them have bones. What you choose is up to you.

Some of these have skulls on them. Some of them have bones. What you choose is up to you.

34. If you love the Day of the Dead, then you’ll enjoy these apple and cheese empanadas.

Guess these are small apple pies. Like how this skull one has heart eyes.

Guess these are small apple pies. Like how this skull one has heart eyes.

35. Heard of candy apples? How about candy apple skulls?

Well, that's one unique way to decorate a skull besides cakes and cupcakes. Beautifully painted.

Well, that’s one unique way to decorate a skull besides cakes and cupcakes. Beautifully painted.

36. This skull cake is all flowered out.

Guess this was made at a professional bakery and didn't come cheap. Love the flower eyes and wreath.

Guess this was made at a professional bakery and didn’t come cheap. Love the flower eyes and wreath.

37. These cactus cupcakes come in all shapes and sizes.

Well, one of them is a rose but that's beside the point. Yet, you see what I mean.

Well, one of them is a rose but that’s beside the point. Yet, you see what I mean.

38. These Day of the Dead owl cookies will surely be a hoot.

Doesn't hurt that they're chocolate either. Still, don't know what owls have to do with the holiday but I like them.

Doesn’t hurt that they’re chocolate either. Still, don’t know what owls have to do with the holiday but I like them.

39. Sometimes it’s best to go with a simple skull head flower girl.

Well, she is surrounded by skulls but she's not supposed to be scary. Actually quite adorable to tell you the truth.

Well, she is surrounded by skulls but she’s not supposed to be scary. Actually quite adorable to tell you the truth.

40. If you can’t use icing on your cupcakes, sprinkles is the way to go.

After all, you can't paint these sugar skulls. But they nevertheless look festive.

After all, you can’t paint these sugar skulls. But they nevertheless look festive.

41. For simple treats, go with these skull Rice Krispie pops.

Each of these has a skull with a flower on it. Includes butterfly bites.

Each of these has a skull with a flower on it. Includes butterfly bites.

42. This Calavera Catrina Frida Kahlo cake is a work of art.

Frida Kahlo was an iconic Mexican artist who painted surreal self portraits. This is a fitting tribute to her.

Frida Kahlo was an iconic Mexican artist who painted surreal self portraits. This is a fitting tribute to her.

43. Never seen an intricate gingerbread skeleton like that before.

This one is even more elaborate and colorful than the other one. Even has a gold tooth to boot.

This one is even more elaborate and colorful than the other one. Even has a gold tooth to boot.

44. Always keep your sugar skull cookies uniquely decorated.

Though I think these are by a professional decorator. Honestly, someone must spend a lot of time on these.

Though I think these are by a professional decorator. Honestly, someone must spend a lot of time on these.

45. No nino could ever resist this Dia de los Muertos lunch.

Well, it has a skull cookie and some skull treats. However, let's get this straight, Dia de los Muertos isn't Mexican Halloween.

Well, it has a skull cookie and some skull treats. However, let’s get this straight, Dia de los Muertos isn’t Mexican Halloween.

46. Sometimes a simple skull cake is best.

This one uses candy and icing decorations. It's also among the most doable cake on this list.

This one uses candy and icing decorations. It’s also among the most doable cake on this list.

47. For your Dia de los Muertos, you can’t resist this kind of bread.

Well, this is Pan de Muertos or "bread of the dead." Not sure what it's used for. But I do like these bread figures.

Well, this is Pan de Muertos or “bread of the dead.” Not sure what it’s used for. But I do like these bread figures.

48. How about a skull cake encased in a coffin?

Even has cherries on the edges. Kind of morbid yet, kind of creative if you ask me.

Even has cherries on the edges. Kind of morbid yet, kind of creative if you ask me.

49. There’s nothing more Mexican at a Dia de los Muertos party like a sugar skull hummus.

Even includes vegetables as well as blue nachos to dip in. One of the most elaborate hummus displays I've seen.

Even includes vegetables as well as blue nachos to dip in. One of the most elaborate hummus displays I’ve seen.

50. These skull cake pops come with interesting attributes.

Some come with flowers. Some come with mustaches. Yet, most come with icing decor.

Some come with flowers. Some come with mustaches. Yet, most come with icing decor.

51. Impress your guests on Dia de los Muertos with this sugar skull bread.

It's kind of like the pizza one except it has no tomato sauce. But includes plenty of peppers.

It’s kind of like the pizza one except it has no tomato sauce. But includes plenty of peppers.

52. This skull cakes seems rather fruity to me.

And boy, does it use a variety, too. Even has a fruit frame to go with it.

And boy, does it use a variety, too. Even has a fruit frame to go with it.

53. Wish your guests un feliz Dia de los Muertos con estes cookies.

I don't know the Spanis word for cookie. But I do love how these are decorated.

I don’t know the Spanis word for cookie. But I do love how these are decorated.

54. When it comes to flowers, sometimes less is more.

Here we have another doable skull cake. Can also double as a Halloween cake. Then again, so can most of these treats.

Here we have another doable skull cake. Can also double as a Halloween cake. Then again, so can most of these treats.

55. This sugar skull pizza has all the toppings.

Indeed like pepperoni and veggies galore. Like the eyes and mouth.

Indeed like pepperoni and veggies galore. Like the eyes and mouth.

56. A skull cake like this comes with blue, yellow, and green flowers.

This seems somewhat toned down compared to some of the other ones. Still, the green teeth is kind of disgusting.

This seems somewhat toned down compared to some of the other ones. Still, the green teeth is kind of disgusting.

57. Sometimes the skulls can just be among the trimmings.

Like you see on this cake, which wouldn't be for Dia de los Muertos without them. Still, love the flowers.

Like you see on this cake, which wouldn’t be for Dia de los Muertos without them. Still, love the flowers.

58. You never know how elaborate a skull could be on a cake.

I think this one is for a birthday. Yet, I do like the pink flowery touches.

I think this one is for a birthday. Yet, I do like the pink flowery touches.

59. Yellow skulls and black flowers show up well in black.

This might be a wedding cake or for a birthday. I can't tell which. But I guess the ornate decor doesn't come cheap.

This might be a wedding cake or for a birthday. I can’t tell which. But I guess the ornate decor doesn’t come cheap.

60. These Oreo skulls always make tasty treats.

You almost don't want to eat them with their adorable faces. But since they're Oreos, how can you resist?

You almost don’t want to eat them with their adorable faces. But since they’re Oreos, how can you resist?

61. From the faces, these Dia de los Muertos cookies almost seem like works of art.

Some of the faces seem kind of creepy if you ask me. Includes orange flowers and butterflies.

Some of the faces seem kind of creepy if you ask me. Includes orange flowers and butterflies.

62. Sugar skulls can also take a chocolate form.

Yes, these do exist. And you can buy them in Mexico during this time of year as well.

Yes, these do exist. And you can buy them in Mexico during this time of year as well.

63. For healthier options, try a skull salad.

This treat article doesn't seem to have a lot of healthy stuff in it. Then again, sometimes you have to go with what you have.

This treat article doesn’t seem to have a lot of healthy stuff in it. Then again, sometimes you have to go with what you have.

64. Take a bite out of these sugar skull Rice Krispie treats.

Well, each seem to be bite sized and decorated. But they're nevertheless adorable.

Well, each seem to be bite sized and decorated. But they’re nevertheless adorable.

65. These sugar skull cake pops would do quite nicely on any Day of the Dead dessert platter.

These seem a bit more painted than the other ones. They also seem to look less like skulls.

These seem a bit more painted than the other ones. They also seem to look less like skulls.

66. These Frida Kahlo Oreos are an artist’s delight.

Strangely, her art might seem appropriate for the Mexican holiday as well. These are perfect with the Frida Kahlo cake.

Strangely, her art might seem appropriate for the Mexican holiday as well. These are perfect with the Frida Kahlo cake.

67. These skull candy apples come Disney approved.

Yes, these are Mickey and Minnie Mouse skull candy apples. Disney isn't just popular in the states, you know.

Yes, these are Mickey and Minnie Mouse skull candy apples. Disney isn’t just popular in the states, you know.

68. A Day of the Dead fiesta always needs a cake like this.

Has decor and flowers near the top and middle. Yet, the skulls are on the bottom, instead of what's featured.

Has decor and flowers near the top and middle. Yet, the skulls are on the bottom, instead of what’s featured.

69. There’s nothing more flowery than this Day of the Dead skull cake.

Well, the flowers are all over the skull in this one. But I can't help but adore it.

Well, the flowers are all over the skull in this one. But I can’t help but adore it.

70. Of course, no Day of the Dead party can ever be without a Catrina cake.

Well, this is an older rendition of Catrina. But she really knows how to buy a hat.

Well, this is an older rendition of Catrina. But she really knows how to buy a hat.

71. These sugar skull and cross bone cookies shall delight.

I guess these are for the Mexican pirates in your life. Then again, I'm kidding around.

I guess these are for the Mexican pirates in your life. Then again, I’m kidding around.

72. This skull cake comes with a cameo.

Just not the one Stan Lee makes in the Marvel movies. It's a kind of jewelry pendant.

Just not the one Stan Lee makes in the Marvel movies. It’s a kind of jewelry pendant.

73. Sometimes you don’t have to ice the skulls before you decorate them.

Well, as far as these sugar cookies are concerned. Yet, I guess these were made by a professional.

Well, as far as these sugar cookies are concerned. Yet, I guess these were made by a professional.

74. Don’t like sugar skulls? How about flowers?

This one is a Mexican flower cake with pots. And yes, this doesn't come cheap as well as is over the top.

This one is a Mexican flower cake with pots. And yes, this doesn’t come cheap as well as is over the top.

75. This cake has a girl on top of a hat.

Even has a heart flower wreath as well. Professionally made but I like it.

Even has a heart flower wreath as well. Professionally made but I like it.

76. Decorating these cookies requires a delicate touch.

Yes, I'm sure these require considerable time and patience fore each detail. If you mess up, you might be done.

Yes, I’m sure these require considerable time and patience fore each detail. If you mess up, you might be done.

77. Cat lovers would always want a cake like this for their Day of the Dead party.

Yes, this is a cat skeleton cake. Don't ask me how it was made. But I'm sure you can't eat the flowers.

Yes, this is a cat skeleton cake. Don’t ask me how it was made. But I’m sure you can’t eat the flowers.

78. Sometimes the most artistic skulls are done on sheet cake.

This one really brings out the colors. Not sure if a regular decorator can pull this of. But wow.

This one really brings out the colors. Not sure if a regular decorator can pull this of. But wow.

79. For Dia de los Muertos, bet you never saw such a spectacular cake like this.

This is a wedding cake and a very expensive one at that. Contains skulls, flowers, and birds galore.

This is a wedding cake and a very expensive one at that. Contains skulls, flowers, and birds galore.

80. Sometimes a simple cake design might just do the trick.

Sure it doesn't have skulls on it. But it has flowers and hearts just the same. Love it.

Sure it doesn’t have skulls on it. But it has flowers and hearts just the same. Love it.

Halloween Party Tricks or Treats (But Mostly Treats, Sort of) (Third Edition)

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It’s that time of year again. Longtime readers may remember my Halloween treat posts from 2014 and 2015. New readers on my blog, allow me to explain it to you. In these treat posts, I usually put up pictures of some Halloween treats along with a snarky little caption. Unlike other holiday treat posts, a lot of these Halloween treats are rather disgusting and gross. In fact, a lot of times disgusting is the thing. I mean if you want a scary Halloween party, disgusting food is highly recommended. But let’s not go overboard. Because there are disgusting foodstuff that you don’t want like maggots, mold, worms, or anything the FDA warns against. Or whatever your equivalent to the FDA is in your country.  I understand that a lot of people viewing this blog aren’t from the US. Now that’s fine. Yet, food in the form of skulls, worms, bones, guts, fingers, spiders, and all the creepy, crawly disgusting things is fair game. Anyway, here’s yet another treasure trove of the spooky and delightful Halloween treats for your party.

  1. A goblin cheese ball always makes a scary dip.
Even better how it's made mostly with veggie features. Like the nacho goblin ears.

Even better how it’s made mostly with veggie features. Like the nacho goblin ears.

2. Chocolate mummy cupcakes are all wrapped up for dessert.

Don't forget to add M&Ms as the eyes. That along with white drizzle on the chocolate cupcake.

Don’t forget to add M&Ms as the eyes. That along with white drizzle on the chocolate cupcake.

3. These coffin sandwiches will make you roll in your grave.

But in a good way since we're talking about Halloween food. Contains ham and cheese.

But in a good way since we’re talking about Halloween food. Contains ham and cheese.

4. Take a bit out of these monster cookie sandwiches.

Didn't know you can get as much cuteness from gobs, marshmallows, and M&Ms. Monstrously adorable.

Didn’t know you can get as much cuteness from gobs, marshmallows, and M&Ms. Monstrously adorable.

5. These Oreo spider cookies are great for your spooky dessert platter.

Helps that they used Oreos with red filling. Also with the M&M eyes and twizzler legs.

Helps that they used Oreos with red filling. Also with the M&M eyes and twizzler legs.

6. Nothing makes a great centerpiece for your Halloween party like a bloody jello brain cake.

I'm sure zombies or Walking Dead fans will delight in this. And yes, they do have brain molds available this time of year.

I’m sure zombies or Walking Dead fans will delight in this. And yes, they do have brain molds available this time of year.

7. How about some green fingers with tomato sauce?

Well, green finger breadsticks with almond nails. By the way, the sauce is supposed to be blood.

Well, green finger bread sticks with almond nails. By the way, the sauce is supposed to be blood.

8. Take a bite out of these twinkie mummies.

Just put them in icing, add drizzle, and add eyes. And yes, you'll want to eat these up.

Just put them in icing, add drizzle, and add eyes. And yes, you’ll want to eat these up.

9. Speaking of fingers, you might want to try these snickerdoodles.

The cinnamon gives a rather realistic touch. Kind of makes these look even creepier.

The cinnamon gives a rather realistic touch. Kind of makes these look even creepier.

10. These appetizers are a real eye opener.

These consist of Ritz crackers, cheese, and olives. But you wouldn't tell from the view.

These consist of Ritz crackers, cheese, and olives. But you wouldn’t tell from the view.

11. This artichoke dip mummy is great for green veggies.

Yes, I know it's another mummy dip since I have one in a post from 2 years. But this one has its legs close together.

Yes, I know it’s another mummy dip since I have one in a post from 2 years. But this one has its legs close together.

12. This snake pizza sandwich will be a hit at your slithering Halloween party.

Helps that it has some sauce, peppers, and cheese on top. Got to appreciate the brilliance here.

Helps that it has some sauce, peppers, and cheese on top. Got to appreciate the brilliance here.

13. These mummy Oreos come specially wrapped.

Yes, another Oreo treat. And these are on a stick. Still, they seem more cute than scary.

Yes, another Oreo treat. And these are on a stick. Still, they seem more cute than scary.

14. These Halloween pretzels are a ghoulish delight.

These consist of jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, and mummies. The last one is all in wraps with icing.

These consist of jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, and mummies. The last one is all in wraps with icing.

15. Top your Halloween party with this chocolate pumpkin cake.

Last year, I put up a picture of pumpkin cupcakes. Of course, you have to have orange icing on the top.

Last year, I put up a picture of pumpkin cupcakes. Of course, you have to have orange icing on the top.

16. Any child will surely enjoy these haunted haystacks.

These would be great for trick or treaters. As far as eyes go, use 2 or 3.

These would be great for trick or treaters. As far as eyes go, use 2 or 3.

17. A loaf of bread makes an ideal coffin and a great tray for dip.

Make sure it's not sliced before you buy it, if you have to. The skeleton is just for decoration and seems like wading in it.

Make sure it’s not sliced before you buy it, if you have to. The skeleton is just for decoration and seems like wading in it.

18. These spider brownies are black widow approved.

This one uses Twizzlers for legs. Of course, you might want to take out any attached candy corn.

This one uses Twizzlers for legs. Of course, you might want to take out any attached candy corn.

19. Wake up on Halloween morning with these jack-o-lantern pancakes.

Each will bring a smile on your face. Because nobody's really scared of jack-o-lanterns, anyway.

Each will bring a smile on your face. Because nobody’s really scared of jack-o-lanterns, anyway.

20. Grace your appetizer platter with this scarecrow tray.

Comes with Oreo crows for your autumn delight. Still, though they call it a dip tray, the scarecrow face is a tortilla.

Comes with Oreo crows for your autumn delight. Still, though they call it a dip tray, the scarecrow face is a tortilla.

21. This cake gives a whole new meaning to the word, “finger food.”

As you see, the fingers are around the cake with almond nails. Quite disgusting but rather stunning.

As you see, the fingers are around the cake with almond nails. Quite disgusting but rather stunning.

22. This haunted gingerbread house comes with its own pumpkin patch.

Sure most of it consists of inedible candy corn and waffle cookies. But it's a haunted delight.

Sure most of it consists of inedible candy corn and waffle cookies. But it’s a haunted delight.

23. No Halloween lunch could be complete with candy corn pizza.

Mark my words, it's probably more delicious and nutritious than actual candy corn. Because candy corn is unfit for human consumption.

Mark my words, it’s probably more delicious and nutritious than actual candy corn. Because candy corn is unfit for human consumption.

24. These coffin cookies will surely wake the dead for dessert.

These are a more 3 dimensional dessert. Just use gingerbread and icing. That's all you need.

These are a more 3 dimensional dessert. Just use gingerbread and icing. That’s all you need.

25. These ghost pancakes will help you rise from your grave.

Just try not to eat the whole stack. But the ghost is topped with some ghoulish whipped cream.

Just try not to eat the whole stack. But the ghost is topped with some ghoulish whipped cream.

26. Never thought you could eat a whole trick or treat bag. Did you?

Guess Twizzlers and gingerbread were involved. But at least it has a mix of gummy worms and popcorn.

Guess Twizzlers and gingerbread were involved. But at least it has a mix of gummy worms and popcorn.

27. Nobody could resist to bite into these monstrous brownies.

Love how they used M&Ms as spot. Also like the cute little eyes. So adorable.

Love how they used M&Ms as spot. Also like the cute little eyes. So adorable.

28. Nothing makes a great dessert like melted witch cookies.

And no, you can't just add water to them like in the Wizard of Oz. These are sugar cookies. They take time to decorate.

And no, you can’t just add water to them like in the Wizard of Oz. These are sugar cookies. They take time to decorate.

29. These black cat cookies are a lucky addition to a witchy dessert tray.

Not sure if I care for the jelly bean eyes. But these are the pussies worth grabbing for. Okay, that came out wrong.

Not sure if I care for the jelly bean eyes. But these are the pussies worth grabbing for, contrary to what Donald Trump would say. Okay, that came out wrong.

30. Now this is a cheese ball worth seeing.

Yes, it's a big eye ball you can dip crackers in. I know it's disgusting. But on Halloween, disgusting is in fashion.

Yes, it’s a big eye ball you can dip crackers in. I know it’s disgusting. But on Halloween, disgusting is in fashion.

31. If you’re kooky on the go, try these mad scientist wraps.

Can be great standing up or lying down. But each has a rather interesting veggie face.

Can be great standing up or lying down. But each has a rather interesting veggie face.

32. These spooky snacks are a must for any Halloween appetizer platter.

Each of these has a ghoulish Halloween surprise in cheese. And each has its own lunch meat backdrop.

Each of these has a ghoulish Halloween surprise in cheese. And each has its own lunch meat backdrop.

33. Never thought a skull could be so cheesy.

Guess these skulls come breaded. At any length, at least there's no blood or brains instead. Just cheese and broccoli.

Guess these skulls come breaded. At any length, at least there’s no blood or brains instead. Just cheese and broccoli.

34. If you have an eye for pies, look no further.

For some reason, I have a lot of eyeball treats on here. Guess tis the season, I suppose.

For some reason, I have a lot of eyeball treats on here. Guess tis the season, I suppose.

35. Beef stew and mashed potatoes make a great ghostly lunch.

Of course, you might find a ghost in your potatoes. But that's okay, because it's supposed to be there.

Of course, you might find a ghost in your potatoes. But that’s okay, because it’s supposed to be there.

36. These mummy calzones come under wraps.

If they were pizzas, the bandages would be cheese. But you have to love the eyes.

If they were pizzas, the bandages would be cheese. But you have to love the eyes.

37. This Halloween cake is a real eye opener.

Yes, it's a cake full of eyeballs. I know it's disgusting. But at least the eyeballs come in all different sizes and colors.

Yes, it’s a cake full of eyeballs. I know it’s disgusting. But at least the eyeballs come in all different sizes and colors.

38. Now this is how you carve a jack-o-lantern in a pumpkin pie.

You just make a jack-o-lantern face in the crust. Simple as that. Clever.

You just make a jack-o-lantern face in the crust. Simple as that. Clever.

39. This Halloween salsa dip will be a graveyard smash.

At least I think that's salsa dip. The graves stones and tree are made from crackers. Anyway, it'll be a hit.

At least I think that’s salsa dip. The graves stones and tree are made from crackers. Anyway, it’ll be a hit.

40. These deviled eggs come especially bloodshot for your fancy.

Because on Halloween, deviled eggs should be bloodshot eyeballs. It's only fitting.

Because on Halloween, deviled eggs should be bloodshot eyeballs. It’s only fitting.

41. These cauldron brownie bites will be a brewing sensation.

The brew in these bites are green chocolate chips. And I guess it uses a licorice handle.

The brew in these bites are green chocolate chips. And I guess it uses a licorice handle.

42. Get your webby hands on these spider pizza bites.

Each one has a spider made from olives. Not for the faint hearted arachnaphobe.

Each one has a spider made from olives. Not for the faint hearted arachnaphobe.

43. Nobody could resist these jack-o-lantern sandwich cookie faces.

As far as eating goes, just remove the candy corn eyes and you're good to go. Still, these are delightful.

As far as eating goes, just remove the candy corn eyes and you’re good to go. Still, these are delightful.

44. Speaking of jack-o-lanterns, help yourself to this sandwich.

Notice how they used cheese and olives for the features. Will bring a smile on your face.

Notice how they used cheese and olives for the features. Will bring a smile on your face.

45. This witch hat cheese ball makes a bewitching addition to any appetizer platter.

This is decorated with black sprinkles and carrot slices. But it's less disgusting than a skull or eyeball.

This is decorated with black sprinkles and carrot slices. But it’s less disgusting than a skull or eyeball.

46. You never know what you’ll find in your bowl of chili.

Seems like you can go for a cheesy bat or spider. This could depend on the size.

Seems like you can go for a cheesy bat or spider. This could depend on the size.

47. This Halloween pasta will surely cause a great monster mash.

Helps the pasta is purple to resemble worms and it's sprinkled with eyeballs. Makes you think you're eating something disgusting.

Helps the pasta is purple to resemble worms and it’s sprinkled with eyeballs. Makes you think you’re eating something disgusting.

48. Serve your meat entrees this Halloween in this zombie buffet.

Like how the zombie has tongs in both hands. By the way, ribs and sausage are in the torso. Chicken is in the legs.

Like how the zombie has tongs in both hands. By the way, ribs and sausage are in the torso. Chicken is in the legs.

49. Finger sandwiches, anyone?

Each one has a pepperoni nail. And you can dip each of one in tomato sauce if you like.

Each one has a pepperoni nail. And you can dip each of one in tomato sauce if you like.

50. Anyone will go mad for these Frankenstein Monster cupcakes.

Each of these is served in a green ice cream cone for good measure. They even have icing stitches.

Each of these is served in a green ice cream cone for good measure. They even have icing stitches.

51. These webbed donuts are worth spinning for.

You can even use a donut hole to create a spider if you want. But you might want to be precise with the icing.

You can even use a donut hole to create a spider if you want. But you might want to be precise with the icing.

52. This black cat cake will put a smile on your face.

Or give you nightmares. Then again, it kind of depends on how superstitious you are.

Or give you nightmares. Then again, it kind of depends on how superstitious you are.

53. You’ll find a lot of skeletons in these cupcakes.

You probably can't eat them since they're plastic decoration. But these are quite amusing.

You probably can’t eat them since they’re plastic decoration. But these are quite amusing.

54. Bloody cheesecake, anyone?

Each one has a cleaver so you could tell. Yes, it's quite gut wrenching but these are great.

Each one has a cleaver so you could tell. Yes, it’s quite gut wrenching but these are great.

55. These monster cookies are a real eyeful.

Each one is black and covered with eyes. I know it's weird, But for Halloween, it's appropriate.

Each one is black and covered with eyes. I know it’s weird, But for Halloween, it’s appropriate.

56. Even zombies would find these brainy cupcakes delicious.

Each one comes with a face container. In some ways, this is both sick and adorable at the same time.

Each one comes with a face container. In some ways, this is both sick and adorable at the same time.

57. These chocolate cockroaches will crawl into your mouth.

I bet they use candy bars and icing. Because using real ones would be rather gross. Still, much better than the candy corn.

I bet they use candy bars and icing. Because using real ones would be rather gross. Still, much better than the candy corn.

58. Candy corn is excellent trim for a gingerbread haunted house.

Since it's really not that great for anything else. After all, gingerbread houses are mostly for decoration.

Since it’s really not that great for anything else. After all, gingerbread houses are mostly for decoration.

59. These pasta mummies make great appetizers when wrapped tight.

Also comes with a cheesy center, as far as I know. Still, so cute and creative.

Also comes with a cheesy center, as far as I know. Still, so cute and creative.

60. How about a jack-o-lantern on toast?

Each one has a pumpkin face from filling as well as a chocolate chip face. I'm sure kids will love these.

Each one has a pumpkin face from filling as well as a chocolate chip face. I’m sure kids will love these.

61. On Halloween, candy apples should be good and bloody.

And bloody these surely are. Don't worry, it's mostly cherry syrup. Nothing to be grossed out about.

And bloody these surely are. Don’t worry, it’s mostly cherry syrup. Nothing to be grossed out about.

62. There are no bones about these skull brownie bites.

They even have their own chocolate hats. Got to love these. So cute.

They even have their own chocolate hats. Got to love these. So cute.

63. These worm cookies come infested to your hearts content.

Don't worry, those are sprinkles and gummy worms. You'd have to be nuts to use real dirt and worms, which is very unappetizing.

Don’t worry, those are sprinkles and gummy worms. You’d have to be nuts to use real dirt and worms, which is very unappetizing.

64. No Halloween meal is complete without some jack-o-lantern bread.

Then again, they may be buns. But at least you have to like their golden brown faces.

Then again, they may be buns. But at least you have to like their golden brown faces.

65. These witch hats come covered in cobwebs.

I've shown witch hats before but not with cobwebs on them. Wonder if they're candy, icing, chocolate, or inedible decoration.

I’ve shown witch hats before but not with cobwebs on them. Wonder if they’re candy, icing, chocolate, or inedible decoration.

66. These cauldron pudding cups come well stirred.

I showed cauldron cups before. But these have a chocolate chip min mix with a pretzel. Not as sick but just as clever.

I showed cauldron cups before. But these have a chocolate chip min mix with a pretzel. Not as sick but just as clever.

67. If you like the Nightmare Before Christmas, this is the Halloween cake for you.

You can also use it for Christmas if you want to. But this is of Halloween Town so it goes on this post.

You can also use it for Christmas if you want to. But this is of Halloween Town so it goes on this post.

68. These monster Reese’s bites will make you howl with delight.

Each has its set of googly eyes and fuzzy coconut fur to melt your heart. But I'll just take the Reese's cup, thanks.

Each has its set of googly eyes and fuzzy coconut fur to melt your heart. But I’ll just take the Reese’s cup, thanks.

69. Grace your appetizer platter with this spider cheese ball.

It even has 8 pretzel legs and a smile on its face. May still freak people out though.

It even has 8 pretzel legs and a smile on its face. May still freak people out though.

70. These coffin brownies are good for a Halloween party on the graveyard shift.

Each of these is wonderfully decorated, too. Morbid yes, but surely delicious.

Each of these is wonderfully decorated, too. Morbid yes, but surely delicious.

71. This haunted house cake is a haven for spiders.

Not necessarily a cake for the arachnaphobic in the least. But I do like how it's purple.

Not necessarily a cake for the arachnaphobic in the least. But I do like how it’s purple.

72. These hotdog mummies come intricately wrapped for your desires.

Each of these on a tray even has mustard eyes for character. Still, these are cute.

Each of these on a tray even has mustard eyes for character. Still, these are cute.

73. If you want a bloody brain at your dessert platter, look no further.

I think this is another brain cake and a very gory one at that. Not sure if I'd want to try that for size.

I think this is another brain cake and a very gory one at that. Not sure if I’d want to try that for size.

74. Perhaps you might want to try some finger fries.

They're probably what the Addams family eats with their burgers or hotdogs. But you have to admire this for sheer creativity.

They’re probably what the Addams family eats with their burgers or hotdogs. But you have to admire this for sheer creativity.

75. These peanut butter witch brooms are surely a sweep.

Each consist of peanut butter, icing, pretzel sticks, and shredded wheat. Seems easy as pie.

Each consist of peanut butter, icing, pretzel sticks, and shredded wheat. Seems easy as pie.

76. For a creepy crawly lunch, you can’t do better than this sandwich of worms.

Relax, the "worms" are made from ham in barbecue sauce. But hope it creeps to your delight.

Relax, the “worms” are made from ham in barbecue sauce. But hope it creeps to your delight.

77. Grace your Halloween dessert platter with a cake that takes an eye full.

I guess the eyeball here is for decorative purposes. But the socket is drizzled with icing.

I guess the eyeball here is for decorative purposes. But the socket is drizzled with icing.

78. These popcorn balls are just crawling with worms.

Well, gummy worms if you get my drift. But yes, these are very disgusting but people will like them.

Well, gummy worms if you get my drift. But yes, these are very disgusting but people will like them.

79. You’ll have to be a ghost not to like this pizza.

It even has tomato eyes and mouth as well as is covered in cheese. Yes, this is pure Halloween gold.

It even has tomato eyes and mouth as well as is covered in cheese. Yes, this is pure Halloween gold.

80. It must be a grave mistake if your Halloween party lacks a coffin cake.

You may not be able to eat the hands and skull. But a coffin shape cake isn't a hard shape to achieve.

You may not be able to eat the hands and skull. But a coffin shape cake isn’t a hard shape to achieve.

Gold Medal Winning Olympic Treats

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While the Super Bowl might be the biggest sporting event in America, there’s no bigger athletic event in the world than the Olympic Games save maybe the FIFA World Cup. But the US is more or less interested in the women’s tournament while the rest of the world would rather watch the men’s. This year we have the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janiero, Brazil which is turning out to be kind of a shit hole with Zika, crime, pollution, corruption, and well, it’s a mess. A real mess. You kind of wish it was like 2012 when they had it in London. Oh, wait now they have the Brexit going on which really is screwing everything up. And their Prime Minister has resigned. Seriously, Brits, the the hell were you guys thinking? Or perhaps like the Winter Olympics back in Sochi during 2014. Oh, I forgot, their track team’s been banned for steroid use and there’s been a major cover up over doping there. Why am I not surprised? Because sports is full of it. Nevertheless, people have a tendency to hold Olympic parties which is only fair since some people take this occasion more seriously than others. Yet chances are you’ll find plenty of Olympic themed treats on Pinterest if you know where to look. So for your reading pleasure, I give you a championship worthy assortment of Olympic treats.

 

  1. The sweetest thing about Sochi were these cookies.
Must be professionally made. But they are so detailed in the icing.

Must be professionally made. But they are so detailed in the fine icing.

2. Feast your eyes on the Olympic jello of champions.

I guess mold were used for this dish. Like the Olympic rings though.

I guess mold were used for this dish. Like the Olympic rings though.

3. This bento lunch is perfect for any little Olympic gold medalist.

And it's great for aspiring athletes. too. Just as long as they don't try to cheat with doping like Lance Armstrong.

And it’s great for aspiring athletes. too. Just as long as they don’t try to cheat with doping like Lance Armstrong.

4. Any athlete can’t seem to resist these Olympic cake pops.

These have candy cane sticks and gummy lifesavers on top. Quite clever if you ask me.

These have candy cane sticks and lifesavers on top. Quite clever if you ask me.

5. For gold medalists, other desserts can’t compete with these.

These use white Oreo cookies with fruit roll up. Not that difficult to make for little champions.

These use white Oreo cookies with fruit roll up. Not that difficult to make for little champions.

6. For the Olympics it helps if you arrange your cupcakes in rings.

And like the rings, they're in 5 different colors. Makes a great champion addition to an Olympic dessert platter.

And like the rings, they’re in 5 different colors. Makes a great champion addition to an Olympic dessert platter.

7. This Olympic season, have your smores torched.

Well, these are cupcake smores that use ice cream cones. But they sure looked torched all right.

Well, these are brownie smores that use ice cream cones. But they sure looked torched all right.

8. Olympic waffles are always a breakfast of champions.

Each one is a ring of 5 different colors. Wonder if they go along with 5 different color syrups, too.

Each one is a ring of 5 different colors. Wonder if they go along with 5 different color syrups, too.

9. For the Olympics, each country has its own pizza.

Of course, these aren't all. But each is according to their flag. Notice that Britain, France, the US, and Japan are on here multiple times.

Of course, these aren’t all. But each is according to their flag. Notice that Britain, France, the US, and Japan are on here multiple times.

10. These cookies are pure Olympic gold.

Doesn't hurt that they're attached to ribbons, too. But unlike real Olympic gold, you can eat them.

Doesn’t hurt that they’re attached to ribbons, too. But unlike real Olympic gold, you can eat them.

11. These Olympic cookies will keep you going.

Yes, these are Olympic shoe cookies. And they seem to be professionally made. But they're great nonetheless.

Yes, these are Olympic shoe cookies. And they seem to be professionally made. But they’re great nonetheless.

12. Wake up to your Olympic morning with this champion worthy toast.

Each Olympic ring on this toast is of a fruit or veggie. And it's all on top of cream cheese.

Each Olympic ring on this toast is of a fruit or veggie. And it’s all on top of cream cheese.

13. For the Olympics, your dessert platter can’t go wrong with a swimming pool cake.

Wonder if Michael Phelps ever had a cake like this. Doesn't seem very hard to make.

Wonder if Michael Phelps ever had a cake like this. Doesn’t seem very hard to make.

14. These Olympic cake pops are among the desserts for champions.

Each ring is in 5 different colors. And each pop is decorated in its own way.

Each ring is in 5 different colors. And each pop is decorated in its own way.

15. Grace your dessert platter with this Olympic cake.

This one even has an ice cream cone as a torch. Wonder how many cake pans it took to make that.

This one even has an ice cream cone as a torch. Wonder how many cake pans it took to make that.

16. This pizza was made with some Olympic quality pepperoni.

Hopefully, none of contains any trace of human growth hormone. But I'm not sure. Still, like the pepperoni rings.

Hopefully, none of contains any trace of human growth hormone. But I’m not sure. Still, like the pepperoni rings.

17. For Olympic cakes, this one goes for the gold medal.

This was made for the London 2012 Olympics. But you have to like the medals and torch at the top.

This was made for the London 2012 Olympics. But you have to like the medals and torch at the top.

18. On your Olympic dessert platter, these weights are a real treat.

Made with chocolate pretzel sticks, shortbread cookies, and lifesavers. Easier to make than lifting big weights in the weightlifting competition.

Made with chocolate pretzel sticks, shortbread cookies, and lifesavers. Easier to make than lifting big weights in the weightlifting competition.

19. For a winning breakfast, lunch, or brunch, get a taste of these Olympic bagel rings.

These have cream cheese with a different color sauce. Not sure which ones they are besides ketchup and mustard for the red and yellow.

These have cream cheese with a different color sauce. Not sure which ones they are besides ketchup and mustard for the red and yellow.

20. These Olympic Oreo pops are great for any athlete’s just desserts.

Comes in 5 different colors as you see. But none of them are hollowed which is fine by me.

Comes in 5 different colors as you see. But none of them are hollowed which is fine by me.

21. For summer Olympic fun, these cookies are just the ticket.

This one was also made for the 2012 London Olympic Games. And by professionals, no doubt. Like the sport silhouettes though.

This one was also made for the 2012 London Olympic Games. And by professionals, no doubt. Like the sport silhouettes though.

22. This Olympic pretzel is a snack for the ages.

Like how the rings on this one are of 5 different colors and linked. Wonder if it's something I want to try.

Like how the rings on this one are of 5 different colors and linked. Wonder if it’s something I want to try.

23. As far as Olympic cakes are concerned, this one takes top prize.

Like how this one uses M&Ms for the rings. And quite nicely, too. So cool.

Like how this one uses M&Ms for the rings. And quite nicely, too. So cool.

24. While watching the Olympics, munch with this snack mix.

Sure it might contain candy torches and marshmallows. But I'm not aiming for nutritional content here.

Sure it might contain candy torches and marshmallows. But I’m not aiming for nutritional content here.

25. For your little champions, this edible torch will sure delight.

Contains fruits and veggies as well as includes an ice cream cone. So what's not to love?

Contains fruits and veggies as well as includes an ice cream cone. So what’s not to love?

26. Any Olympic swimmer is bound to enjoy a dessert like this.

Yes, I know it's of another Olympic swimming pool. But it's a great cake design if you can call it that.

Yes, I know it’s of another Olympic swimming pool. But it’s a great cake design if you can call it that.

27. Each Olympic fruit or veggie should come with its own dip.

Consists of blueberries, black olives, cherry tomatoes, yellow peppers, and celery. And yes, they're all arranged in rings. A winning Olympic veggie tray.

Consists of blueberries, black olives, cherry tomatoes, yellow peppers, and celery. And yes, they’re all arranged in rings. A winning Olympic veggie tray.

28. Nothing makes a prize winning dessert platter great than Olympic ring cookies.

Each are arranged to their color. And yes, they're from 2012. Quite creative in my book.

Each are arranged to their color. And yes, they’re from 2012. Quite creative in my book.

29. With this cake, you get gold, silver, and bronze.

Because that's what they give out to the 3 best in every Olympic competition. But everyone tends to go for gold.

Because that’s what they give out to the 3 best in every Olympic competition. But everyone tends to go for gold.

30. These Olympic flag cookies are the desserts of champions.

And each ring is represented by an M&M. Shouldn't be hard to decorate at all.

And each ring is represented by an M&M. Shouldn’t be hard to decorate at all.

31. May these torch cupcakes keep your Olympic party bright.

Despite that the torch is an Olympic symbol, the ancient Greeks didn't have Olympic torch relays. Their other sporting events did though.

Despite that the torch is an Olympic symbol, the ancient Greeks didn’t have Olympic torch relays. Their other sporting events did though.

32. Olympic ring cookies will surely delight any champion.

These are professionally made. But I had to include them on this Olympic treat post.

These are professionally made. But I had to include them on this Olympic treat post.

33. A bento lunch like this is bound to give any kid Olympic fever.

This one has an Olympic sandwich flag and supports Team USA. Love the M&Ms.

This one has an Olympic sandwich flag and supports Team USA. Love the M&Ms.

34. This Olympic dessert will give you a gold medal chocolaty delight.

Now this looks tasty. Must be some sort of cheesecake. Possibly from some high class bakery.

Now this looks tasty. Must be some sort of cheesecake. Possibly from some high class bakery.

35. Wow your Olympic guests with these prize winning cookies.

These cookies use icing rings that were delicately applied. Nevertheless, they're quite lovely.

These cookies use icing rings that were delicately applied. Nevertheless, they’re quite lovely.

36. Nothing makes your Olympic dessert platter worthy of the gold than these cake pops.

Each of these is decorated in support of Team USA and in it's own way. Also seems to come in a bucket.

Each of these is decorated in support of Team USA and in it’s own way. Also seem to come in a bucket.

37. These laurel wreath cookies are great for any Olympic occasion.

Laurel wreaths are another Olympic symbol. Because they were once prizes given to Greek Olympic winners back in ancient times.

Laurel wreaths are another Olympic symbol. Because they were once prizes given to Greek Olympic winners back in ancient times.

38. These cookies have Olympic fever all over the icing.

Some of these even feature sports in Olympic colors. Also include torches and Olympic flags, too.

Some of these even feature sports in Olympic colors. Also include torches and Olympic flags, too.

39. At any Olympic party, you’d want to have international representation on the dessert platter.

Assuming the flags are of a country you know and a flag that's easy to translate through icing on a graham cracker. If not, then that country is out of luck.

Assuming the flags are of a country you know and a flag that’s easy to translate through icing on a graham cracker. If not, then that country is out of luck.

40. A veggie Olympic pizza has international variety.

However, since it has no tomato sauce and cheese, the term "pizza" is applied very loosely here. But at least it uses a different veggie for each ring.

However, since it has no tomato sauce and cheese, the term “pizza” is applied very loosely here. But at least it uses a different veggie for each ring.

41. For healthy options, this Olympic bento aims to please.

Helps that it has Olympic fruit rings. Adorable if you think about it.

Helps that it has Olympic fruit rings. Adorable if you think about it.

42. I present to you now Rice Krispie Olympic ring treats.

Didn't know these were even possible. Then again, never say never.

Didn’t know these were even possible. Then again, never say never.

43. At any bakery contest, this dessert is bound for Olympic gold.

Guess it's a cake of Olympic rings. And each one is over a delicious interior of chocolaty goodness.

Guess it’s a cake of Olympic rings. And each one is over a delicious interior of chocolaty goodness.

44. These Olympic cupcakes are here to support Team USA.

Then again, a lot of these treats are probably American made, anyway. These cupcakes especially.

Then again, a lot of these treats are probably American made, anyway. These cupcakes especially.

45. For bread rings, each one has its own Olympic dip.

Well, each according to its ring color. But the bread looks fairly tasty.

Well, each according to its ring color. But the bread looks fairly tasty.

46. These cookies may not be gold but they still taste of victory.

Yes, I showed Olympic medal cookies before on this post. But these have Olympic rings on them. That's different.

Yes, I showed Olympic medal cookies before on this post. But these have Olympic rings on them. That’s different.

47. Guess you’ve never heard of a popcorn torch.

Well, they're torch snacks. But the ice cream cones make great edible receptacles.

Well, they’re torch snacks. But the ice cream cones make great edible receptacles.

48. This Olympic bento is sure to capture the winning spirit.

Well, it has a weighted dessert and a cheesy torch sandwich. But some kid is going to love it.

Well, it has a weighted dessert and a cheesy torch sandwich. But some kid is going to love it.

49. For any Olympic party, this pizza is the food of medal winning champions.

The blue ring doesn't look right. But to be fair, there's not a lot of blue things you can put on a pizza.

The blue ring doesn’t look right. But to be fair, there’s not a lot of blue things you can put on a pizza.

50. A cake like this possesses great Olympic spirit.

It's smaller than the other one. It also supports Team USA as you can see.

It’s smaller than the other one. It also supports Team USA as you can see.

51. A bento lunch like this is perfect for any Olympic swimmer.

This one even has veggie rings as well as pepper swimmers in rice. Very creative if you ask me.

This one even has veggie rings as well as pepper swimmers in dip. Very creative if you ask me.

52. If popcorn torches aren’t your think, you can always go with a Cheeto flame.

Of course, eating it might make you look like Donald Trump for awhile. But I'm sure people might like it as a snack.

Of course, eating it might make you look like Donald Trump for awhile. But I’m sure people might like it as a snack.

53. If you want to eat better, these Olympic fruit rings might suit you.

At least you can have fruits for each different color. That's not the case with veggies.

At least you can have fruits for each different color. That’s not the case with veggies.

54. These medal cookies make a winning dessert platter for any Olympic party.

Sprinkles available in gold, silver, and bronze. Medals aren't edible though.

Sprinkles available in gold, silver, and bronze. Medals aren’t edible though.

55. Many people at your party may view these Olympic cupcakes as a real treat.

Unlike the other cupcakes, these use cake toppers. Still pretty neat though.

Unlike the other cupcakes, these use cake toppers. Still pretty neat though.

56. No one can ever resist these torch cupcakes.

These have cupcake filling in them with torch icing on top. Some of them even have flags, too.

These have cupcake filling in them with torch icing on top. Some of them even have flags, too.

57. Speaking of rings, you can’t exclude Olympic donuts.

They may not be healthy for you. But at least they're in Olympic colors and resemble bright rings.

They may not be healthy for you. But at least they’re in Olympic colors and resemble bright rings.

58. For young champions, you can’t do wrong with this torch breakfast.

Has a pancake receptacle and a flame of eggs. Also contains Olympic Froot Loop rings as well.

Has a pancake receptacle and a flame of eggs. Also contains Olympic Froot Loop rings as well.

59. These bagels are part of a fruit filled Olympic breakfast.

Well, these seem like a healthy way to start one's day. Of course, each one has a different color fruit.

Well, these seem like a healthy way to start one’s day. Of course, each one has a different color fruit.

60. These open faced Olympic sandwiches are sure to be golden.

Can't believe you can make so many Olympic treats with bagels. Must be the bagel's shape, I guess.

Can’t believe you can make so many Olympic treats with bagels. Must be the bagel’s shape, I guess.

61. I guess this cake will make a winning medal platform at any Olympic party.

This one was made for the London games in 2012. But it has an original concept. So it goes in.

This one was made for the London games in 2012. But it has an original concept. So it goes in.

62. For fruit, each has to be arranged in its own ring.

I guess this one uses a certain dish for them, too. How ingenious if you think about it.

I guess this one uses a certain dish for them, too. How ingenious if you think about it.

63. These torch cupcakes will make a great dessert for champions.

Unlike the ones I previously shown, these use a different cone and have candy flames. Not sure if that looks better or not.

Unlike the ones I previously shown, these use a different cone and have candy flames. Not sure if that looks better or not.

64. All these Olympic ring cookies are decorated with are icing and jelly beans.

I hate jelly beans. But these are quite unique. So they go in the post.

I hate jelly beans. But these are quite unique. So they go in the post.

65. A medal winning Olympic gymnast should always have a cake like this.

This one is for the balance beam from Team USA. It's professionally made. But it's cute.

This one is for the balance beam from Team USA. It’s professionally made. But it’s cute.

66. These chocolate brownies would certainly take the gold at any Olympic party.

Doesn't hurt that this dish is decorated with M&Ms. So lovely and tasty.

Doesn’t hurt that this dish is decorated with M&Ms. So lovely and tasty.

67. Any winning Olympic team is bound to enjoy sugar cookie rings like these together.

I know this had to be a delicate shape to muster. But somehow this baker pulled it off.

I know this had to be a delicate shape to muster. But somehow this baker pulled it off.

68. Now this is the kind of cake to have at your Olympics party during the Games.

This was made in 2010 for the Vancouver Winter Games. But it's just as good for my post anyway.

This was made in 2010 for the Vancouver Winter Games. But it’s just as good for my post anyway.

69. These Olympic Rice Krispie treats come with 5 Olympic layers.

That's unique. Never seen treats like that before. Like the layers on them.

That’s unique. Never seen treats like that before. Like the layers on them.

70. This Olympic cake is decorated with rings of fruit.

Not sure if it's easier to make. But at least on the surface, it's healthier than some of the others.

Not sure if it’s easier to make. But at least on the surface, it’s healthier than some of the others.

71. For these Olympic sugar cookies, no icing is needed.

These just need M&Ms as decoration. For each cookie, one of each color will do.

These just need M&Ms as decoration. For each cookie, one of each color will do.

72. Perhaps a pizza might go well with Olympic onion rings.

This has to be professionally made. But at least this is in a pie shape though.

This has to be professionally made. But at least this is in a pie shape though.

73. I guess this is what makes a complete Olympic breakfast for champions.

This one includes a torch and fruit bagels. Same egg flame though.

This one includes a torch and fruit bagels. Same egg flame though.

74. This Olympic dessert was made possible by Hostess and M&Ms.

Because they consist of Hostess cupcakes decorated with M&Ms as rings. Pretty clever and adorable, too.

Because they consist of Hostess cupcakes decorated with M&Ms as rings. Pretty clever and adorable, too.

75. These open face sandwiches are befitting of any Olympic lunch.

And each one tries to correspond with their ring color. I'm sure some of them will make a mess.

And each one tries to correspond with their ring color. I’m sure some of them will make a mess.

76. Victory can’t simply be sweeter without these Olympic ring macaroons.

These might not have much to them. But you have to like how they interlock with each other.

These might not have much to them. But you have to like how they interlock with each other.

77. There’s no breakfast like an Olympic pancake breakfast.

This one has 5 pancakes with butter and syrup. Not recommended for those with cardiac issues.

This one has 5 pancakes with butter and syrup. Not recommended for those with cardiac issues.

78. Guess this is a great way to wish anyone a fruity Olympics.

And boy, does it have a lot of fruit on it. Not something I could do for sure.

And boy, does it have a lot of fruit on it. Not something I could do for sure.

79. This Olympic pizza certainly has a lot of pep to it.

Well, it has 4 kinds of peppers on it anyway. Yet, some of them don't stand out very well.

Well, it has 4 kinds of peppers on it anyway. Yet, some of them don’t stand out very well.

80. I’m sure this makes a great Olympic platter for champions.

And it even has the dip in the middle. Of course, the black and blue don't have food that matches their colors. But that's fine.

And it even has the dip in the middle. Of course, the black and blue don’t have food that matches their colors. But that’s fine.

Salute the Red, White, and Blue United States of America with These Patriotic 4th of July Treats (Second Edition)

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With Father’s Day being over, I can now proceed to 4th of July. For me as a blogger, the 4th of July is usually an odd one out since it takes place in the summer while other major holidays fall around during the fall, winter, and early spring. As far as Americans are concerned, the 4th of July is denotes the day in 1776 when the United States (then 13 colonies) officially severed ties with Great Britain during the American Revolution. However, the Brits might beg to differ on this account since the US was still a British possession as far as they’re concerned. Anyway, last year I did a treat post on 4th of July along with a series of Declaration of Independence signers and it was a measurable success. So I decided to do another one for the occasion mostly because the treat posts tend to be so popular for other holidays, too. Thus, expect a lot of treats to be in the red, white, and blue because they are the colors of the American flag. I’ll also have other ones coming up which are related to crafts and so forth. So we hold ourselves to be self-evident that all men are created equal and I want you to enjoy these patriotic 4th of July treats for your star spangled reading pleasure.

 

  1. There’s no better way for a cake lover to show patriotic pride than with a mini cupcake American flag.
Notice how the sprinkles stand in for stars. Wonder how long it took to decorate this.

Notice how the sprinkles stand in for stars. Wonder how long it took to decorate this.

2. Nothing makes better 4th of July candy than patriotic gumdrop stars.

I'm not a fan of gumdrops. But since these are red, white, and blue stars, they go on this post.

I’m not a fan of gumdrops. But since these are red, white, and blue stars, they go on this post.

3. Any American kid will certainly love these edible firework treats.

Includes Rice Krispie treats with marshmallows on them. Well, marshmallows with red icing on them anyway.

Includes Rice Krispie treats with marshmallows on them. Well, marshmallows with red icing on them anyway.

4. Snap, crackle, and pop this 4th of July with this Rice Krispie treat American flag.

Covered with blue and red M&Ms for a more patriotic measure. What more is there about this to love?

Covered with blue and red M&Ms for a more patriotic measure. What more is there about this to love?

5. For more healthy patriotic options, these flag fruit kabobs are just the American ticket.

Yes, I put some flag fruit kabobs on my last 4th of July treat post. But these have raspberries and cheese.

Yes, I put some flag fruit kabobs on my last 4th of July treat post. But these have raspberries and cheese.

6. It’s not a 4th of July trifle without some cake stars and whipped cream.

Well, I've had trifles in my last 4th of July treat post last year. But not with stars inside like in this one.

Well, I’ve had trifles in my last 4th of July treat post last year. But not with stars inside like in this one.

7. There’s no dessert better for a patriotic basket than these cookies.

Includes a flag, a flag star, hotdog, hamburger, fireworks, and Uncle Sam. In all, it's an all-American dessert platter.

Includes a flag, a flag star, hotdog, hamburger, fireworks, and Uncle Sam. In all, it’s an all-American dessert platter.

8. For sweet treats on the 4th, these lollipops got you covered.

I thought these were popsicles at first. But then I realize they were probably lollipops for cocktails and such.

I thought these were popsicles at first. But then I realize they were probably lollipops for cocktails and such.

9. There’s no better way to celebrate the 4th of July than with these star spangled cake pops.

Always have to have some cake pops on these posts. Yet, at least one in this set is of an American flag.

Always have to have some cake pops on these posts. Yet, at least one in this set is of an American flag.

10. This red, white, and blue cheesecake will make a fine addition to any American 4th of July dessert platter.

Sure it only has one star. But come on, the star design is very hard to convert on a flag cake like this.

Sure it only has one star. But come on, the star design is very hard to convert on a flag cake like this.

11. For Rice Krispie star spangled platter, this bowl with treats is at your service.

The bowl contains red, white, and blue in it and so do some of the treats. Also has red, white, and blue Rice Krispie stars.

The bowl contains red, white, and blue in it and so do some of the treats. Also has red, white, and blue Rice Krispie stars.

12. Each of these American flag cups contains something fruity.

Well, something with a strawberry slice or a few blueberries. Still, this is quite creative to say the least.

Well, something with a strawberry slice or a few blueberries. Still, this is quite creative to say the least.

13. For extra 4th of July fun, kids will surely enjoy these patriotic pinwheel cookies.

Each of these contain red, white, and blue on a stick. But please, don't try to blow on them. They are for eating.

Each of these contain red, white, and blue on a stick. But please, don’t try to blow on them. They are for eating.

14. For frozen 4th of July treats, these ice cream sandwiches will do just fine.

These are just ice cream sandwiches with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Not that hard to do if you buy the ice cream sandwiches from a store.

These are just ice cream sandwiches with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Not that hard to do if you buy the ice cream sandwiches from a store.

15. Have your 4th of July dessert platter squared away with these red, white, and blue jello squares.

Wonder how they managed to get layers on these. Because I know how liquids tend to mix in with one another.

Wonder how they managed to get layers on these. Because I know how liquids tend to mix in with one another.

16. If jello treats on your thing, how about a jello dish with a fruity design?

This one has an icing design with blueberries and strawberries. It's of a 7 pointed star as far as I know. Yet, it also has red, white, and blue layers, too.

This one has an icing design with blueberries and strawberries. It’s of a 7 pointed star as far as I know. Yet, it also has red, white, and blue layers, too.

17. If you want to celebrate America’s birthday the healthy way, this star spangled fruit salad is for you.

Notice how the scheme is red, white, and blue. Because you can easily pull that off with fruits thanks to blueberries.

Notice how the scheme is red, white, and blue. Because you can easily pull that off with fruits thanks to blueberries.

18. Grace your patriotic 4th of July dessert platter with this fruit pie.

This is one of the many items I wanted to put in last year but couldn't. Yet, I'm sure it's a great star spangled addition to your platter. And is healthy, too.

This is one of the many items I wanted to put in last year but couldn’t. Yet, I’m sure it’s a great star spangled addition to your platter. And is healthy, too.

19. For a real patriotic kick, try some 4th of July fudge squares.

Well, these are tie dyed fudge squares. But they're red, white, and blue as well as all American just the same.

Well, these are tie dyed fudge squares. But they’re red, white, and blue as well as all American just the same.

20. For a star-spangled lunch or appetizer, these star sandwiches are just the thing.

However, they are best used with white bread since it goes well with the red, white, and blue scheme. These ones also have peanut butter and jelly in them, too.

However, they are best used with white bread since it goes well with the red, white, and blue scheme. These ones also have peanut butter and jelly in them, too.

21. For some Latin and colonial fare, this Betsy Ross dish gives you stripes with salsa.

Nevertheless, contrary to popular belief, Betsy Ross didn't design the first American flag. That story was made up by her grandchildren. But I think this treat is quite creative if you ask me.

Nevertheless, contrary to popular belief, Betsy Ross didn’t design the first American flag. That story was made up by her grandchildren. But I think this treat is quite creative if you ask me.

22. No star spangled treat platter is complete without some patriotic pretzels.

This set is red, white, and blue with stars on them. What more can you want. Stars may not be edible though.

This set is red, white, and blue with stars on them. What more can you want. Stars may not be edible though.

23. Show your love for America with these American flag heart cookies.

I'm sure these heart cookies are professionally made due to the star detail. But I'm sure they're a fine addition to any American 4th of July dessert platter.

I’m sure these heart cookies are professionally made due to the star detail. But I’m sure they’re a fine addition to any American 4th of July dessert platter.

24. A trifle like this has the best star spangled banner display on top.

And it doesn't hurt that the flag is made from strawberries and blue berries. I'm sure that helps tremendously. Another one I wanted to add last year but couldn't.

And it doesn’t hurt that the flag is made from strawberries and blue berries. I’m sure that helps tremendously. Another one I wanted to add last year but couldn’t.

25. There’s no fancier patriotic treat this 4th than these patriotic mini parfaits.

These look like small dessert firecrackers. But they're small parfaits with a patriotic punch.

These look like small dessert firecrackers. But they’re small parfaits with a patriotic punch.

26. Red and blue jello stars always go great with 4th of July dessert platters.

Sure they may only be in red and blue. But at least you can put one in another on a dish.

Sure they may only be in red and blue. But at least you can put one in another on a dish.

27. For large star tarts, white icing and fruit go hand in hand.

This one contains raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Yet, it looks great just the same.

This one contains raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Yet, it looks great just the same.

28. A sheet cake flag is always shows patriotic pride when you add some fruit.

Yes, I had one in my 4th of July treat post last year. But this one has raspberries and icing stars on it. So it's different.

Yes, I had one in my 4th of July treat post last year. But this one has raspberry stripes and icing stars on it. So it’s different.

29. For patriotic pancake breakfasts, add some red, white, and blue syrup.

Wonder how you can get that from a store. But it sure gives a syrupy firework burst if you ask me.

Wonder how you can get that from a store. But it sure gives a syrupy firework burst if you ask me.

30. These cake fireworks push pops certainly have a rocket’s red glare.

These have red and blue cake layers wit h icing as well as shooting star cookies on the top. I'm sure any American kid will like these.

These have red and blue cake layers wit h icing as well as shooting star cookies on the top. I’m sure any American kid will like these.

31. These macarons are made with 100% red, white, and blue glory.

Well, they have red and blue sandwiches with white icing. But they're probably just as sickeningly sweet as macarons are.

Well, they have red and blue sandwiches with white icing. But they’re probably just as sickeningly sweet as macarons are.

32. These jello sundaes are certainly a patriotic summer treat.

Well, these have small jello squares with icing or ice cream. Either way, like the yellow stars on them.

Well, these have small jello squares with icing or ice cream. Either way, like the yellow stars on them.

33. You can’t have a 4th of July party without these red, white, and blue Oreos.

Also great for Bastille Day if your French. However, not sure if French people would prefer the light blue though.

Also great for Bastille Day if your French. However, not sure if French people would prefer the light blue though.

34. A 4th of July bundt should be red, white, and blue through and through.

As you see from the slice cross section. Not like the flag one last year. But still has the same colors.

As you see from the slice cross section. Not like the flag one last year. But still has the same colors.

35. For easy firecracker treats, you might want to stick with marshmallows.

These use marshmallow for the white. And they're decorated with red and blue detail as desired.

These use marshmallow for the white. And they’re decorated with red and blue detail as desired.

36. No star spangled appetizer platter is complete without a patriotic fruit tray.

Even has some stars in the dip. Includes marshmallows,strawberries, and blueberries.

Even has some stars in the dip. Includes marshmallows,strawberries, and blueberries.

37. A 4th of July gingerbread house is always decorated in red, white, and blue candy.

And they say that the blue roof is quite minty. Yet, the window candies still have wrappers.

And they say that the blue roof is quite minty. Yet, the window candies still have wrappers.

38. For more refined patriotic treats, this cheescake tart is just the ticket.

And it seems like it came straight from a recipe book or magazine. Remember that the berries go on top by the way.

And it seems like it came straight from a recipe book or magazine. Remember that the berries go on top by the way.

39. For a more patriotic chocolaty taste, go with these star brownies.

These have a white drizzle with red, white, and blue drizzle. Also look quite delicious, at least to me.

These have a white drizzle with red, white, and blue drizzle. Also look quite delicious, at least to me.

40. Nothing makes a dessert star spangled banner better than some cookie stars.

Well, sugar cookie stars anyway. I'm sure these are professionally made or made by someone with too much time on their hands.

Well, sugar cookie stars anyway. I’m sure these are professionally made or made by someone with too much time on their hands.

41. For a great star spangled snack, try these patriotic pretzel sticks.

They have stars on top and stripes on the bottom. What more can you want?

They have stars on top and stripes on the bottom. What more can you want?

42. For summer fun and American pride, these cookies will make a great addition to any 4th of July dessert platter.

After all, the 4th of July is a summer holiday. And these were certainly made to reflect red, white, and blue glory, too.

After all, the 4th of July is a summer holiday. And these were certainly made to reflect red, white, and blue glory, too.

43. Cupcakes like these will make your American heart melt with pride.

It helps that some of these even have Captain America shields on them too. Probably professionally made though.

It helps that some of these even have Captain America shields on them too. Probably professionally made though.

44. Nothing evokes more patriotic pride than this red, white, and blue gingerbread house.

Yes, this is another 4th of July gingerbread house. But this one uses more candy and I couldn't pass it up.

Yes, this is another 4th of July gingerbread house. But this one uses more candy and I couldn’t pass it up.

45. No appetizer captures the spirit of America than red, white, and blue deviled eggs.

Sure I had deviled eggs on last year's post. But these are of a different configuration entirely. See for yourself.

Sure I had deviled eggs on last year’s post. But these are of a different configuration entirely. See for yourself.

46. For something unconventionally sweeter for your 4th of July party, these meringue cookies will do nicely.

However, they tend to resemble red, white, and blue garlic cloves to me. But that's beside the point.

However, they tend to resemble red, white, and blue garlic cloves to me. But that’s beside the point.

47. Sometimes a great flag sheet cake can be made with both fruit and icing.

Well, we kind of established that. But this takes it to a whole new level. Love the blue part the best.

Well, we kind of established that. But this takes it to a whole new level. Love the blue part the best.

48. For patriotic pizza lovers, this is a cheese fan’s delight.

Because it's a flag cheese pizza with mozzarella stick stripes and cheddar stars. And I'm sure it's quite tasty.

Because it’s a flag cheese pizza with mozzarella stick stripes and cheddar stars. And I’m sure it’s quite tasty.

49. For your dessert platter on 4th of July, these flag cookies will sure make a tasty addition.

Didn't have flag cookies in my 4th of July treat post from last year. But these are kind of cute.

Didn’t have flag cookies in my 4th of July treat post from last year. But these are kind of cute.

50. This sheet flag cake would make a wonderful star spangled dessert platter centerpiece.

Unlike some sheet cakes on this post, this one is all icing. And it has all the 50 stars, too. Definitely came from a bakery.

Unlike some sheet cakes on this post, this one is all icing. And it has all the 50 stars, too. Definitely came from a bakery.

51. As far as your guests are concerned, these 4th of July cookies will go off with a bang.

Sure they may be professionally made. But a lot of these tend to consist of fireworks and their sounds.

Sure they may be professionally made. But a lot of these tend to consist of fireworks and their sounds.

52. These red, white, and blue donuts are great for any patriotic 4th of July brunch.

Sure they may not be good for you. But they seem quite easy to decorate and someone will find them tasty.

Sure they may not be good for you. But they seem quite easy to decorate and someone will find them tasty.

53. For 4th of July candy, these chocolate bars always come with the flag.

Well, the flag is inside. These may be promoted as wedding favors. But I'm just putting them in for parties as well.

Well, the flag is inside. These may be promoted as wedding favors. But I’m just putting them in for parties as well.

54. This fruit pizza surely takes a great stars and stripes shape.

And it doesn't hurt that it resembles Captain America's shield. Consists of raspberries at stripes and blueberries at the center star.

And it doesn’t hurt that it resembles Captain America’s shield. Consists of raspberries at stripes and blueberries at the center star.

55. This Hershey’s firework cake is a chocolate and fruit lover’s delight.

I think this came from Hershey. But it sure has lovely decorations on it. Love the chocolate the best.

I think this came from Hershey. But it sure has lovely decorations on it. Love the chocolate the best.

56. 4th of July jello shots are always healthier with fruit in them.

But note that they may contain alcohol that's not legal for those 21 and under. Consult the host before you or your kids consume.

But note that they may contain alcohol that’s not legal for those 21 and under. Consult the host before you or your kids consume.

57. I’m sure there could be no more American cake with stars and stripes like this one.

Yes, this is an American flag star cake. And it has sections with stars and stripes. Looks pretty cool.

Yes, this is an American flag star cake. And it has sections with stars and stripes. Looks pretty cool.

58. These jello stars come with their own red, white and blue layers.

Yes, I had red, white, and blue jello stars on here before. But these are made much differently than the ones I showed previously. So they go on the post.

Yes, I had red, white, and blue jello stars on here before. But these are made much differently than the ones I showed previously. So they go on the post.

59. Nothing graces a 4th of July dessert platter than this fruit star cake at the center.

Yet, another 4th of July treat I wanted to put in last year's post but couldn't, Still, love the sparklers on it.

Yet, another 4th of July treat I wanted to put in last year’s post but couldn’t, Still, love the sparklers on it.

60. For July 4th, this star spangled sheet cake will certainly wow your American guests with pride.

Yes, I know I showed a sheet cake like this before. But this one is in a different shade of blue and its stripes go over the edge. Besides, I think it's better made.

Yes, I know I showed a sheet cake like this before. But this one is in a different shade of blue and its stripes go over the edge. Besides, I think it’s better made.

61. For your 4th of July BBQ, this hotdog tray will sure delight your guests.

This even comes with some star chips for good measure. What American couldn't love that?

This even comes with some star chips for good measure. What American couldn’t love that?

62. An American flag cake like this should have an Old Glory center.

With its exterior coated in chocolate icing and M&Ms. Not sure if the interior looks doable though.

With its exterior coated in chocolate icing and M&Ms. Not sure if the interior looks doable though.

63. These patriotic pancakes can be part of any star spangled breakfast.

Just be sure to add blueberries for the extra red, white, and blue touch. Not sure about the red pancakes though.

Just be sure to add blueberries for the extra red, white, and blue touch. Not sure about the red pancakes though.

64. Nothing makes a more American 4th of July than this American flag cake roll.

Wanted to put this one on last year's 4th of July treat post, too. But I do like the stripes and stars on this.

Wanted to put this one on last year’s 4th of July treat post, too. But I do like the stripes and stars on this.

65. Sometimes the best American flag cookies don’t come with icing at all.

Because these flag cookies use food coloring and are assembled before they're baked. Seem pretty easy to make at any rate.

Because these flag cookies use food coloring and are assembled before they’re baked. Seem pretty easy to make at any rate.

66. A fruit pizza cake like this is said to be berry patriotic.

Yes, I know I put one on my post last year. But this one has blackberries instead of blueberries though.

Yes, I know I put one on my post last year. But this one has blackberries instead of blueberries though.

67. Show your guests American pride with this 4th of July snack mix.

Well, it's called "Patriotic Snack Mix" at any rate. I'm sure it just takes Chex mix and adding things edible that are red, white, and blue.

Well, it’s called “Patriotic Snack Mix” at any rate. I’m sure it just takes Chex mix and adding things edible that are red, white, and blue.

68. For a quality 4th of July dessert platter, this blueberry pie has bright stars.

Sure it may not have the stripes. But I think any full blooded American would certainly like it.

Sure it may not have the stripes. But I think any full blooded American would certainly like it.

69. This American flag fruit pizza will have 4th of July party guests coming back for more.

Yet, another American flag fruit pizza. But this one has strawberries, blueberries, and banana. So it's much healthier than the other one I showed.

Yet, another American flag fruit pizza. But this one has strawberries, blueberries, and banana. So it’s much healthier than the other one I showed.

70. This American flag cake has stars and stripes all around.

It also has decorations to resemble fireworks. Definitely professionally made by the way.

It also has decorations to resemble fireworks. Definitely professionally made by the way.

71. Any American patriot is bound to enjoy this red, white, and blue chevron cookie cake.

And here it is in a pan. Red, white, and blue as well as covered in M&Ms.

And here it is in a pan. Red, white, and blue as well as covered in M&Ms.

72. These American flag cupcakes are full of patriotic goodness.

Yes, these are cupcakes of the stars and stripes itself. And I certainly couldn't do a better job decorating them then its bakery.

Yes, these are cupcakes of the stars and stripes itself. And I certainly couldn’t do a better job decorating them then the bakery responsible.

73. These flag cupcakes will make you want to wave Old Glory.

These also have blueberries and fruit roll ups for decorations. Quite clever if you ask me.

These also have blueberries and fruit roll ups for decorations. Quite clever if you ask me.

74. These pinwheel cupcakes are certainly a 4th of July dessert to behold.

And I'm positive these came straight out of a bakery. But I love the pinwheels on them.

And I’m positive these came straight out of a bakery. But I love the pinwheels on them.

75. These red, white, and blue fruit stars will be a real 4th of July delight.

After all, they're probably healthy and have an ingenious design. These are kind of neat to look at, too.

After all, they’re probably healthy and have an ingenious design. These are kind of neat to look at, too.

76. Cookies like these have quite star spangled stars.

Sure these star flag cookies are professionally made. But I like them just the same because of the lovely design.

Sure these star flag cookies are professionally made. But I like them just the same because of the lovely design.

77. There is a no better American treat for the 4th of July than American flag pretzel squares.

They may look easy because they require few ingredients. But they require a fine eye for detail though.

They may look easy because they require few ingredients. But they require a fine eye for detail though.

78. No 4th of July lunch can be complete without some patriotic pasta.

And yes, it includes red, white, and blue pasta with alfredo sauce. But I'm sure any patriotic child will love it.

And yes, it includes red, white, and blue pasta with alfredo sauce. But I’m sure any patriotic child will love it.

79. Nothing shows American patriotism than strawberries in the stars and stripes.

And here they are. Sure they may look easy. But they're probably a lot harder to decorate than they initially seem.

And here they are. Sure they may look easy. But they’re probably a lot harder to decorate than they initially seem.

80. Old Uncle Sam lends his hat to this cake.

And what an amazing cake it is. Like how it has 3 stars at the bottom.

And what an amazing cake it is. Like how it has 3 stars at the bottom.

Easter Candy No One Likes in Their Baskets or Eggs

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Like Halloween, Easter has a long tradition pertaining to candy. After all, it’s what most kids find in their Easter baskets or inside their eggs (assuming they’re the plastic ones that open). And there are plenty of candies associated with Easter alone. I always enjoyed Easter egg hunts as a child whether it was in the front yard during the morning before church or at my grandparents’ house. I also participated in at least one in college. For a long time, egg hunts were one of the big reasons I looked forward to Easter as a kid. However, once I reached a certain age, it was time for me to bow out, especially since I’m the oldest of 24 grandchildren. And my participation wouldn’t be fair as an adult in a childish activity. I do help hide Easter eggs in my grandparents’ back yard for Easter and maybe help some of my cousins find the eggs. But somehow it’s not the same. Not to mention, since I’ve outgrown my eligibility for the Easter egg hunt at my grandparents’, Easter has become considerably less enjoyable for me since I’m mostly stuck socializing with relatives. Nevertheless, I can talk of all the Easter candies I like such as the chocolate bunny. But you’d probably be bored out of your mind that I wouldn’t get many views. So instead I’ll focus on Easter candy that most people don’t like. So without further adieu, I have this list for you. This has nothing to do with nutritional value but mostly quality of taste or whether it’s appropriate.

  1. Pez- This candy is basically the poster child of products that aren’t as popular as their packaging. I mean the only reason why people buy Pez is because of the dispensers. But you’ll find nobody on earth who’d admit that these pocket size pills are tasty.

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2. Marshmallow Peeps – Don’t get me wrong, I do like peeps. Just not for eating. However, these are just inedible sugar coated marshmallows that are basically inedible. At least they’re great for decorating and making amusing dioramas out of for annual contests. And they should be better used that way. That or putting them in the microwave to watch them explode, but let’s be honest, the end result might not be good for your microwave. The Houston Press has a different view, “We’ll be honest. These things? Terrify us. Spun sugar masquerading as multi-neon-colored marshmallow doesn’t come close to existing in nature. Therefore, it shall not exist in us. We shall henceforth refer to them as Creeps.”

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3. Marshmallow Carrot- From Houston Press: “Oh, come on. Mock carrot candy even makes vegetarians want to barf. Who was the brains behind this idea? Perhaps it was an entrepreneurial parent’s way to bait-and-switch a finicky child into eating more veggies. Too bad they suck, and now the kid hates candy, carrots and Easter. What’s next — Broccoli fluff? Good grief.”

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4. Fluffy Cotton Tails- From Houston Press: “These things are basically the candy form of Jolt Cola: monstrously disgusting sugar bombs. An entire bag of cotton candy boiled down into bite-sized nuggets for you and yours. Avoid them as if your life depended on it.”

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5. Cadbury Crème Eggs- From Houston Press: “Remember the commercials in which the Easter Bunny gives birth to the Cadbury Crème Eggs? And then they open them up to reveal sugary, yolk-colored innards? Yeah. We still have nightmares, too. How these things have stayed on the market for so long is one of life’s greatest mysteries.”

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6. Jordan Almonds- From Houston Press: “Hey kids, who wants to break a tooth? Because that’s a distinct possibility when you bite into an accursed Jordan almond, a tasty-sounding treat that’s simply an almond coated in sugar. Too bad the sugar coating tastes more like chalk than anything found in a kitchen, and the almonds contained within are generally flavorless. The reason they’re considered an Easter candy even though they can be purchased year-round is that they’re pastel-colored. And that’s about it. I guess they’re sort of egg-shaped, too, but in reality, Jordan almonds have about as much to do with Easter as a pebble. (The pebble might taste better, though.)”

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7. Bunny Munny- I remember getting these as a kid. They’re basically chocolate coins with rice in them. But they don’t taste particularly great. Someone at the Houston Press commented, “This treat is particularly offensive to me because it masquerades as something delicious. Chocolate with a bit of crispy rice in it? What could possibly be bad about that? How about the fact that they unfortunately taste more like cardboard with a slight chocolate flavor than actual chocolate? They purport to be made with real chocolate, but if that’s true, why do they taste so unfortunate? And can we talk about how offensive that spelling of “munny” is to anyone older than 10? Don’t purposefully misspell candy names to be cute! No one thinks it’s cute! Sidenote: On the Candy Warehouse website, there is actually a disclaimer, ‘Sorry, these treats are not a valid form of U.S. currency.’ In case you were confused.”

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8. Bunny Basket Eggs/Easter Hunt Eggs – From Houston Press: “Brach’s is perhaps the worst offender on this list, bringing us three of the ten worst candies, direct from their testing and manufacturing plant in some faraway land where no one has taste buds. Bunny Basket Eggs are the least offensive of the three, featuring, essentially, fake gummy marshmallows surrounded by a coating of bad jelly bean. They stick in your teeth. They melt in your plastic eggs. They get awkward jelly bean coating color on your fingers. And what do you get for your trouble? Nastiness. Pretty much just a hunk of sugar that tastes like artificial fruit and giving up.” Marshmallows and gummy bears are a disgusting combination.

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9. Jelly Beans- I used to get these a lot on Easter, too. And to me they’re just kidney shaped colored candies that seem to have absolutely none to a horrible taste. It’s like they put some flavor and color to some waxy and rubbery concoction. Disgusting. The ones in my basket usually went to the garbage. Yes, I know there are plenty of people who love jelly beans. Yet, but to me that’s like saying that plenty people like John Wayne, Twilight, Fifty Shades, Fast & Furious, or reality shows. Just because something might be popular doesn’t mean it’s good.

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10. Chocolate Cross- Yes, I know we celebrate Easter to recognize Jesus’s resurrection after his crucifixion. But while I love chocolate on any holiday like Easter, there are just things that shouldn’t be in chocolate form. A cross should be one of these things because that’s what Jesus suffered and died on. Not to mention, crucifixion was an execution method in which ensured the victim would endure a long and agonizing death through bleeding and suffocation while being nailed to a large cross of wood. Jesus went through this and it wasn’t pleasant at all. Yes, I’m sure Christians are willing to buy foodstuffs like this for their kids’ Easter baskets, but is it really appropriate? And as a practicing Catholic and a chocolate lover, such cross would lead me struggling with temptation, followed by guilt after eating it (as well as relishing in its taste), if I ever received one. If you want to raise your kids as good Christian children, I suggest good Christian parents go with chocolate eggs and bunnies instead. Sure they’re secular symbols but they come with a very low risk of committing accidental sacrilege.

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11. Brach’s Chicks & Rabbits – From Houston Press: “These are the items I as a child most dreaded finding in Easter baskets or stuffed unceremoniously into plastic eggs at parties. What would I do if someone presented me with a bright-orange hunk of eraser disguised as candy? Would I feign delight and eat it anyway, then risk melodramatically gagging and spitting it out at the feet of my gracious host? Would I tuck it away to later slip to a poor, unwitting canine? Would I throw it nonchalantly into someone else’s basket. I honestly don’t remember what I did with the damn things, but I guarantee you I didn’t eat them. Fool me once…and all that jazz. The flavor is listed as “marshmallow,” which, if you believe the multitude of flavored-vodka products out there is, in fact, a genuine flavor. But these don’t taste anything like marshmallows. They’re essentially the same material as those off-putting orange Circus Peanuts candies–soft so long as they’ve never touched oxygen, but instantly hardening into toothbreaking plaster once exposed to the elements. Worse still, the candies only vaguely resemble the eponymous chicks and rabbits. They’re much more akin to totem poles or idols used for some bizarre, decidedly not Easter-y ritual. Consume at your own risk.”

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12. Easter Candy Corn – You got to be kidding me. They actually have this? These sugar wax candies aren’t even great on Halloween, let alone on any other holiday like Easter. Not to mention, they even look more disgusting in pastel colors.

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13. Nerds Bumpy Jelly Beans – All right, that just makes jelly beans more disgusting as by giving it grotesque growths. Also, kind of look like fruity brains.

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14. Wonka Hoppin’ Nerds Candy- From E!: “Nerds are definitely a solid candy choice, unless they are called “bumpy” (see above). But they don’t really scream “Easter.” They do scream “capable of cracking a filling,” but whatever.”

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15. Lindt Chocolate Carrots – From E!: “Fancy chocolate for when you want to feel better after eating 20 Butterfinger eggs (more on that later). But this candy is only special because of the wrapping, not because of the taste.”

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16. Whoppers Easter Mini Robin Eggs- Oh, I remember getting these from egg hunts. Lovely to look at and have hard shells that they don’t need wrappers. However, they tend to taste a bit crunchy and chalky. Also, can be mistaken for Cadbury Mini Eggs, so check wisely.

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17. Chocolate Covered Peeps- From Paste: “To say that chocolate-covered Peeps are not aesthetically pleasing would be a gross understatement—they look like something your insolent dog might leave as a surprise in your loafers for daring to challenge his authority. The chocolate coating is terrible. The artificial, gummy marshmallow inside isn’t much better. These Peeps went a long way toward turning Paste editor Josh Jackson against the idea of chocolate-coated marshmallows in general, which would be great, if there weren’t three or four more of the exact same style of candy on the table.” In other words, they’re saying that these aren’t much better from their disgusting sugar coated marshmallow counterpart and resemble dog turds. At least in chick form for the latter.

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18. Little Beauty Chocolate Bunny- From Paste: “The worst pure chocolate on the table, this thing was so bad that it made us scan the ingredients list, where “cocoa” is the fourth ingredient—after “sugar,” “vegetable oil” and “whey.” Because you definitely want more sugary whey in your chocolate than actual chocolate. So sugary that some of our teeth manifested spontaneous sympathy cavities in protest.”

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19. Frankford Marshmallow Chicks and Bunnies- From Paste: “A big multi-bag where all the marshmallows are stuck together into one mass you get to pry apart with your hands” is not the most promising origin for Easter candy, and indeed, this was one of the least pleasant things on the table. They’re simple, you can say that for them. It’s just a bag of simple, pastel-colored, really awful marshmallows. Make of that what you will.”

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20. Reese’s White Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs- Now while Reese’s might have a reputation for making their holiday shaped candies shaped like turds, at least they’re tasty. Yet, you wouldn’t want to eat one from the ground in a dog park. However, I’m not sure if white chocolate and peanut butter should even go together. And it’s said you can barely taste the chocolate to begin with.

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21. Sour Watermelon Peeps- I’ll let Paste explain these since I’ve never been near such candies. From Paste: “Oh no. Oh NO. What in the hell are these things? We thought we had seen weird and objectionable, and then along came the watermelon-flavored Peeps. We’re disturbed by the very idea of the concept’s genesis—who in their right mind looked at the marshmallow of a Peep and thought that pink, artificially watermelon-flavored sludge would be a great way to improve it? This person needs to be locked up. If he or she is walking among us, then society is not safe. The mere fact that Paste Music/TV editor Bonnie Stiernberg seemed to oddly enjoy these Peeps (in opposition to everyone else) is cause for suspicion and alarm.”

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22. Palmer Hollow Chocolate Flavored Bunny – Yes, it’s a very cute chocolate bunny on the outside. However, its taste is bound to disappoint you once the stuff is in your mouth as described akin to milk powder and peanut shells. Candy Blog called this, “the Easter equivalent to a lump of coal.”

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23. Twizzler Easter Grass Candy- It’s supposed to be green apple and unlike other Twizzlers, it’s presented as loose and tangled like grass or as if everyone touched it. But those at Time Out Chicago said it’s taste could range from pesto pasta, paste-a, or medicine.

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24. Bunny Poop- These are little balls chocolate covered cookie dough which would taste great that come from a wind up pooping rabbit. It’s inspired by the plastic wind up chicken that lays eggs. Nevertheless, it’s on here because of the cookie dough which is uncooked food which may taste great but it’s not something you should eat. And I mean because it’s teeming with E. Coli bacteria which has led to death. For instance consumption of uncooked pieces of the famous Nestle Toll House cookie dough sickened several dozen people and killed one woman in 2009. Now a candy’s nutritional value is one thing that I can let slide, but food safety is a whole another matter. And any product that contains raw cookie dough should be avoided. Seriously, for the love of God, don’t eat cookie dough raw.

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25. Hershey’s Easter Kissables- Think of Hershey’s kisses covered in pastel wax, which don’t melt into your mouth but greasily slide down your throat. Well, that was only in 2005 and 2006. In 2007, Hershey’s decided to swap cocoa butter, chocolate, and cane sugar with corn syrup as well as palm, shea, and sunflower oil. Also, these were topped with an ominous sounding “resinous glaze.” Such ingredient suggestion led the FDA declare Hershey’s Kissables as unqualifiable any longer as “milk chocolate.” They were yanked in 2009. Now if anyone finds package of these horrendous candies, they’re most often used as substitutes for game pieces.

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26. Carrot Cake M&Ms- From Carl Anthony Online: “There is no real chocolate in this chocolate, of course. Following the same course of poor choices with “white chocolate,” these Easter specialty version of the beloved M&M are unusually dry (like cake lacking moisture!), the only discernible flavor being a vague aftertaste of sour cream (does this suggest the “white chocolate” has spoiled?)” He suggests if they were sold for St. Patrick’s Day as Irish Crème, nobody would know the difference.

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27. Carrot Cotton Grape Candy – From Carl Anthony Online: “Made exclusively by Bunnyland Candy, there’s potential for a whole new world of Easter Candy possibilities by the innovative use of the ephemeral spun sugar sweet which is ubiquitous still at carnivals, fairs and circuses. Carrot Cotton Candy makes sense enough as the famously favored food of rabbits, Easter or otherwise. Stuffed into this cellophane bag shaped like a giant carrot, you’ll find sticky, fluffy cotton candy colored in an earthy tone of orange. Yet, oddly, its flavor bears no discernible similarity to the earthy vegetable. While perhaps that’s a blessing, it would seem logical enough that the pleasant taste of “orange” would be a good match. Inexplicably, however, its flavored grape.

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28. Hotlix Candy- For over 25 years, this company has made candies with real insects in them now coated in fruit flavoring. Yes, real deceased insects and I am not making this up. But they don’t exactly yell out “Happy Easter!” Nor are they something to put in a kid’s Easter basket. However, they might be a fine addition to a Halloween trick or treat bag though.

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29. Wasabi Candy- For those who don’t know, wasabi is the Japanese name for what we call horseradish, which we put on burgers. Nevertheless, this candy does exist, but it’s not something a kid would want for Easter. As Hello Giggles notes, “In general, yes – wasabi candy exists. And I can’t think of any holiday that it’s appropriate for, unless you want to inflict punishment on somebody. If you put these monsters in your child’s Easter basket this year, you’re just asking for a meltdown.”

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30. Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans- It’s from the Harry Potter collection. However, unlike regular jelly beans, these ones don’t pretend to be disgusting. And I mean they have every flavor. Sure some might be pleasant but they also have earthworm, earwax, vomit, and booger. Definitely not Easter basket material, unless those of diehard Harry Potter fans.

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31. Edible Easter Grass- Yes, it’s supposed to look like grass and taste like fruit. But it’s very strange. Sure you can use it for Easter baskets to put candy in it. But that’s like having candy on top of your candy.

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32. Ghost Pepper Candy- Since it was called the World’s Hottest Pepper in 2007, I suppose any ghost pepper candy is bound to burn in anyone’s mouth. Might be great for adults but kids would be crying after consumption.

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33. Chocolate Gold Jesus- From Hello Giggles: “The Chocolate GoldJesus is more of a work of art. This certificated, high quality, fairly traded, organic chocolate aims to donate profits to charitable organizations, which is fantastic. Also it’s Easter related. So what’s the issue? Well, I’d have a really hard time eating this. I’d almost feel bad. I’d think of numerous excuses to save my Chocolate GoldJesus for a special occasion, but no occasion would ever be good enough. And I don’t think I’m alone, since the company has since offered a bronze statue (non-edible!) that’s made in the same cast as its chocolate counterpart.”

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34. Zombie Bunny Lollipop- For the record, with the popularity of such shows as The Walking Dead, this one was more or less made for adults. I mean there’s too much blood. Also, it tastes like cotton candy.

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35. Russell Stover Eggs (Wedding Cake, Birthday Cake, Birthday Cake, and Cookie Dough or anything other than conventional flavors)- The cake flavored ones are said to taste like butter inside chocolate. But those at Time Out Chicago think they come with a weird aftertaste and are all gritty in an unpleasant way. Best stick with chocolate, marshmallow, peanut butter, caramel, brownie, and fudge, Russell Stover.

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36. Jolly Rancher Bunny Food Gummies- These gummies are shaped like veggies and are supposed to taste fruity. Taste has been likened to stuff like corn syrup, chemicals, and floor cleaner. Let’s just say rabbits wouldn’t want these.

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37. Strawberry Chocolate Bunny- Why the hell would anyone make something like this? Chocolate bunnies should only come in 3 flavors milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and vanilla for those allergic to chocolate. This is disgusting. As Carl Anthony Online notes: “In truth, the Strawberry Easter Bunny has all but disappeared, some reported sightings on back road grocer shelves made by shady confectioners. Luckily, among those colorful critters more readily ferreted out are made to order from precious candy makers using purer ingredients than in past decades – and astronomical prices.”

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38. Sour Bunny Jolly Rancher- From Paste: “Like a lot of sour candies, these twists on a jolly rancher are more interested in being sour than in delivering the original intent of the product (deliciously artificial fruit flavors). We can’t imagine any scenario where regular Jolly Ranchers wouldn’t be considered superior.”

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39. Jelly Bean Nougat- Okay, jelly beans and nougat, that’s pretty disgusting in my book. Dear Brach’s, I hate you.

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40. Black Jelly Beans- From Mommyish:” The packaging on a bag of all black jelly beans should really read: For the people who hate joy. There’s something so sad and disappointing about digging through all that plastic grass and coming up with a dry, black jelly bean.”

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41. Spiced Jelly Beans- From the Stranger: “For those of us who like a candy that tastes lightly poisoned, Easter season is a dream, thanks primarily to Brachs’ Spiced Jelly Bird Eggs, a disgustingly intoxicating melange of seven different flavors of jelly beans riding the yummy/gross divide. Some are so gross I have to throw them out, but others are so delicious I eventually buy another bag.”

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42. Mallow Pals Squeezable Marshmallow- Said by one blogger, “Everything about this candy makes me sad. It does not taste good, and it is the lowest common denominator of candy. It is goo in a tube that you squeeze into your sad, disaffected, post-modern mouth. This candy indicates we are living in a post-candy world. Candy is dead, long live candy.”

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43. Mystery Peeps- From Delish: “Much like Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, you won’t know if these Peeps are fruity, savory, salty, or sour until you taste them! Whether that game is fun or terrifying, we’ll leave it up to you to decide.”

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44. Zombie Chocolate Bunny- Great to have during an Easter apocalypse for yourself. Not so great for a child’s Easter basket. Also, more suitable for Halloween. And is more of a mockolate flavor, too.

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45. Mary Sue Vanilla Butter Cream Eggs- From In Papa’s Basement: “In order for Cadbury Creme Eggs to exist, there had to be Mary Sue Butter Cream Eggs. Their filling is vile and extremely adhesive, rendering it impossible to gnaw off the chocolate coating without getting some of that venom in your mouth. Trying to eat their shell without ingesting any of the putrid cream contained within is the candy equivalent of a beautiful woman inviting you to bang her…so long as another dude rides shotgun anus. Things will start off okay. And then, at some point in the act, your scrot is going to brush against his. At that moment, as your innocence goes up in flames like Bill Compton on a Cabo San Lucas beach, you’ll realize you paid far too high a price for far too little reward.”

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46. Gum Drops- Said to be the fruitcake of Easter. Not sure why these candies exist since they’re not really that tasty. More like something to decorate gingerbread houses with around Christmas. Other than that, I can’t be sure what else.

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47. Bunny Teeth- These are gummy bunny teeth. Probably an attempt to rip off the gummy teeth concept of Halloween. It’s as morbid as it sounds.

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48. Religious Suckers- Sorry, but despite Easter being a significant holiday celebrating Jesus’s resurrection, it’s not the time to remind children that they were born in sin. That’s the job for clergy and Sunday school teachers who probably let them know beforehand. Besides, it’s not appropriate for Easter for He has risen on that day.

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49. Quax- From Gourmet Gift Baskets: “This yummy ducky (really, it says that on the package – as if that’s enticing) is a complete and total horror. It looks like Ernie’s bath time buddy, but it’s edible. (Well, maybe. It depends on how you consider okay to eat.) Boldly going where no others have gone before, this Easter treat has paved the way for milk-flavored candies everywhere. Now, I know what you’re thinking: what would a milk-flavored treat taste like? Like pure evil. So it’s no wonder that Quax remains the only candy of its kind.” Best used for scaring and traumatizing a small child or Ernie.

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50. Bunny Chew- Because nothing looks more fun for kids than food that resembles either bunny pellets or dog chow.

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51. Naughty Bunny Chocolate Bars- Let’s just these are adult candies and not suitable for children at any rate. Brought to you by Bloomsbury.

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52. Inspirational Jelly Beans- Yes, Easter is a religious holiday. But does that mean putting inspirational stuff on jelly beans appropriate for the occasion? That might be bordering on sacrilege.

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53. Walking with Jesus Fruit Snacks- Yes, walking with Jesus is an inspirational thing. But making fruit snacks out of his sandals? Not so much. Hey, look I know that Easter is a religious holiday and I know it has candy. But can you just give Jesus some respect and not put fruit snacks of his sandals in Easter baskets?

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54. Crucified Peep Candy Cross- Yes, that may look cute. But is it really appropriate for an Easter basket? Not sure if it borders on sacrilege and bound to cause offense. Inedible sugary marshmallow offense.

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55. Rabbit Change- Easter styled chocolate coins with carrots on the foil? No thanks. Chocolate coins are the work of the Devil.

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56. Russell Stover Coconut Nests- More or less resembles some jelly beans being lodged in dog turds. Also, combines two things I hate.

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57. Vegetables – Yes, you might want your kid to eat healthy. But this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ditch candy and fill your kid’s Easter basket with veggies. Easter candy is an Easter tradition for God’s sake. There may be a place for veggies in your kids’ life but the Easter basket is not one of them.

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58. Sour Patch Jelly Beans- Just when you think they couldn’t make jelly beans worse they had to make them sour. Also, sour candies are just terrible anyway.

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59. Raisins- Sure they may be healthier than chocolate. But that doesn’t mean you should put them in a kid’s Easter basket so they’d mistake them for chocolate chips. That would be cruel.

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60. Candy Canes- For one, they’re for Christmas. Second, put them in an Easter basket, and your kids will know that you’ve had these for months and probably have become entangled in some financial emergency.

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61. Camel Balls – Sure they may not be that bad, but you don’t want to give your kids a sour candy that has a camel’s testicles on the packaging. More like candy sold at Spencer’s Gifts at the mall.

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62. Dingle Bearies- These are chocolate covered gummy bears. It’s a slightly offensive name but pretty disgusting.

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63. Caramel Apple Peeps- From American Fun Fact of the Day: “To those of you not sold by our convincing argument of “ew, apple Peeps sound gross” let’s try this on for size—close your eyes (well, metaphorically—you kind of have to have your eyes open to read the rest of this) and imagine eating a Peep. Now imagine washing that down with a nice cool glass of apple juice. That gag reflex you just experienced is your body telling you that this is a horrible flavor for a Peep to have.”

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64. Candy Corn Peeps- All the great taste of Halloween sugary wax and sugary Easter marshmallow rolled into one.

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65. Blue Raspberry Peeps- From American Fun Fact of the Day: “As an artificial flavor, blue raspberry is an affront to nature. We feel like it’s silly to point out that blue raspberries aren’t an actual thing that exists in nature, and that this is just a catchall term for kind of sweet, kind of tart food flavoring that tastes distressingly “blue” and is primarily found in syrup poured over ice, except for the fact that we can guarantee that at least, like, 25% of Americans totally think that blue raspberries are a real fruit.  But even the mouthbreathers who believe that can take one look at blue raspberry Peeps and say, with complete certainty, that they would rather drown in a silo of sugar before eating these monstrosities.”

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66. Orange Delight Peeps- From American Fun Fact of the Day: “The fudge dipped Peeps are an abomination in their own right, but orange marshmallows dipped in orange fudge just seems like the worst combination of anything. Again, this is a simple matter of passing the “how do these ingredients, separated, seem like they would taste together.”  So sure, if you’re the kind of person that likes take bites out of an orange in between your Peeps, well, you’re a sociopath, but even you would have to draw the line at adding “orange flavored fudge” on top of all that.  We feel like we can’t say this enough—Peeps are not made to taste like fruit.  Stop trying to make them taste like fruit!”

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67. Lime Delight Peeps- From American Fun Fact of the Day: “And also, who wants to eat lime fudge? No one, that’s who.  Lime fudge sounds like something your friend who moved to Germany primarily for sex parties would be into, and when he asks you if you “like lime fudge” you’d just sort of pretend like you know what he’s talking about and be like, “You know, I tried it once, but I just don’t think it was for me” before your friend rolls his eyes and calls you a cis.”

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68. Peeps Milk- Oh, for God’s sake, Peeps, do you have to make a sugary marshmallow monstrosity such as this? For the love of humanity, this is just the most inedible milk ever. Available in marshmallow, chocolate, and eggnog.

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69. Carrot Cake Candy Corn- What the hell, another Easter variety? Seriously, nobody was asking for this. Hell, nobody was asking for candy corn for Halloween.

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70. Easter Ring Pops- If Ring Pops are terrible as a Halloween candy, then Easter styled ones wouldn’t be great at all for an Easter basket.

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Hop Down the Bunny Trail for These Easter Treats (Second Edition)

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Shortly after Saint Patrick’s day comes Easter, which consists of bunnies, flowers, butterflies, bright pastel colors, lambs, chicks, ducks, and colored eggs. I know I’m writing this in late February, which is a little early. But this year Easter falls in March and soon it will be upon us before we know it. So I want to get my Easter stuff in as early as I can. Nevertheless, last year I published a bunch of Easter posts and they were a huge success. So I decided to do Easter again this year. Still, it’s more of a religious holiday to celebrate the miraculous resurrection of Christ which commends the triumph of life over death as well as the coming of spring and the birth of new life. Yet, to me, it’s more of a holiday for children than adults. After all, I tended to enjoy the holiday more when I was a kid than as an adult, which basically consists of going to my grandparents’ house and socializing with relatives. Oh, and watching your younger cousins find eggs. However, that it’s named after a pagan goddess, Easter isn’t a pagan holiday that’s also known as Pasch as in paschal season which is linked to the Jewish feast of Passover that Christians d0n’t even celebrate. But we call it Easter because it sounds much better than “Pasch” which sounds like something a hipster would name their dog. But in a lot of countries in Europe and Latin America it’s called Pascha. Of course, as with most holidays, it’s celebrated with food as you may see. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another treasure trove of Easter treats.

  1. Start your Easter morning with some pineapple bunny and fruit salad.
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The bunny is made from pineapple but with blueberry attributes. It’s also surrounded by strawberries and more blueberries.

2. With Easter egg cookies, you can decorate them however you’d like.

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I’m sure these were made at some fancy bakery. But you get the idea about decorating Easter egg cookies.

3. If you aren’t up to making a bunny cake, how about a cake of bunny peeps in the carrot patch?

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Yes, I know the peep bunnies aren’t edible. But still, it seems pretty easy to make as well as adorable.

4. This year forget chocolate bunnies and try some chocolate sheep.

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Okay, these are chocolate lamb cookies you have to assemble. But you get the idea. Besides, these are cute.

5. This Easter, impress your family with this Easter basket cake.

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Yes it looks as if it’s from a bakery. And I’m not sure you can eat the handle. Still, I like it.

6. Serve your guests this Easter with some bunny fruit salad.

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In this dish, the bunny is carved from watermelon and fitted with fruity attributes. Very clever if I do say so myself.

7. Wish good luck this Easter with these fortune cookies.

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Seems like they have fortune cookies for every occasion. Still, the bunnies and chicks are cute.

8. Nothing brings the spirit of Easter like these bunny biscuits.

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Now biscuits and buns may seem like the same. But they have a rather different composition. Still, these bunnies are adorable.

9. If you like spring flowers, then these cookies should be a real treat.

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I guess these were professionally made since they’d take a lot of time to decorate. But these are very pretty.

10. For the kids, I’m sure an edible Eater basket would do just fine.

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The basket is made from melted marshmallows and Fruity Pebbles. But it’s not the most inedible thing about this item.

11. If you like Twinkies, then you’ll like these bunny cars.

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Since Hostess went, I’m not sure if they even make Twinkies anymore. Still, you have to admire the simple creativity to make these.

12. This Easter, these marshmallow peep cookies are sure to satisfy.

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I may not have had these in my life. But I’m positive that they’re way more edible than the real thing. Trust me.

13. Grace your veggie platter this year with a cauliflower bunny.

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Well, this one has a cauliflower face, cucumber ears, olive eyes and mouth, a cherry tomato nose, and carrot whiskers. Nevertheless, it’s cute.

14. If you love butterflies, then you’ll like these cookies on your Easter dessert platter.

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I guess these were made in the bakery. Nevertheless, I do like how each butterfly is decorated.

15. This year put your Easter cupcakes in small flower pots instead.

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Sure the flowers might be fake and inedible. But at least you can reuse the pots and eat the chocolate dirt.

16. If you like hats, then these Easter bonnet cookies will suit your fancy.

May not be the Easter bonnets I posted on last year. But they will do quite nicely.

May not be the Easter bonnets I posted on last year. But they will do quite nicely.

17. This Easter, you can’t do wrong with having a chick cheese ball on your appetizer platter.

From a standpoint, this doesn't seem hard to make. After all, it requires only few attributes like eyes, beak, and feet.

From a standpoint, this doesn’t seem hard to make. After all, it requires only few attributes like eyes, beak, and feet.

18. Celebrate Easter this year with some bird nests bakes.

I know these aren't for dessert. And I'm not sure what food item they're supposed to be. But they sure look tasty.

I know these aren’t for dessert. And I’m not sure what food item they’re supposed to be. But they sure look tasty.

19. It’s not Easter until you serve some coconut chicks.

I'm not a fan of coconut. However, I think these chicks are so irresistibly adorable.

I’m not a fan of coconut. However, I think these chicks are so irresistibly adorable.

20. If you like flowers, then serve them as sandwich cookies on sticks.

Well, these cookies are served in a pot of M&Ms. But you can't help but adore them.

Well, these cookies are served in a pot of M&Ms. But you can’t help but adore them.

21. For a more healthy Easter treat, you can’t get wrong with colored strawberries.

These are decorated like colored eggs. And while they aren't ovals, they might do.

These are decorated like colored eggs. And while they aren’t ovals, they might do.

22. For your kids, an Easter lunch like this won’t disappoint them.

This one includes, cheese shells as dirt, roast beef bunny, and green been grass. I'm sure a lot of kids would love this.

This one includes, cheese shells as dirt, roast beef bunny, and green been grass. I’m sure a lot of kids would love this.

23. Nothing makes Easter worthwhile than an Easter basket dip on your veggie tray.

And it doesn't hurt that it has a bread handle as well as served with lettuce and carrot bits. Pretty clever, I say.

And it doesn’t hurt that it has a bread handle as well as served with lettuce and carrot bits. Pretty clever, I say.

24. This Easter morning, wake up to some bunny pancakes for breakfast.

Now that seems that a lot of pancakes went into making that bunny. Kind of think that's a little overdoing it.

Now that seems that a lot of pancakes went into making that bunny. Kind of think that’s a little overdoing it.

25. You heard of deviled eggs? Well, feast your eyes on jello eggs.

Yes, they kind of look like deviled eggs. But they're made out of jello and are used for dessert.

Yes, they kind of look like deviled eggs. But they’re made out of jello and are used for dessert.

26. For Easter Sunday morning, there’s no better breakfast than a cinnabun bunny.

Yes, they might not be very good for you. But at least these are distinguishable by serving. Unlike the bunny pancakes, on the other hand.

Yes, they might not be very good for you. But at least these are distinguishable by serving. Unlike the bunny pancakes, on the other hand.

27.  Nothing makes Easter better than these flower pretzel treats.

Compared to some of the other stuff on here so far, these seem rather easy to make. All you need are pretzel sticks, M&Ms, jellybeans, icing, and small wafers.

Compared to some of the other stuff on here so far, these seem rather easy to make. All you need are pretzel sticks, M&Ms, jellybeans, icing, and small wafers.

28. For all you holier than thou types, these empty tomb treats will give you much rejoicing.

Religious or not, you have to admire the use of chocolate donuts in this one. Also, it doesn't seem hard to make either.

Religious or not, you have to admire the use of chocolate donuts in this one. Also, it doesn’t seem hard to make either.

29. If you’re not a fan of bunnies, this lamb cake is for you.

This one is easier to make than the lamb cake I showed last year. Just decorate a regular cake with marshmallows and other attributes.

This one is easier to make than the lamb cake I showed last year. Just decorate a regular cake with marshmallows and other attributes.

30. This Easter, impress your relatives with this fruit bunny.

Kind of makes it seem like this bunny is wearing goggles. But I understand those are eyes.

Kind of makes it seem like this bunny is wearing goggles. But I understand those are eyes.

31. Nothing makes your Easter brighter than cupcakes forming a flower.

And I'm sure it took a lot of cupcakes to make something like this. The center ones have blackberries on top.

And I’m sure it took a lot of cupcakes to make something like this. The center ones have blackberries on top.

32. For your Easter dessert platter, chick cups will make a suitable addition.

I think these are made like peanut butter cups but with chicks instead. Still, thee are so cute.

I think these are made like peanut butter cups but with chicks instead. Still, thee are so cute.

33. I guess this gives a whole new meaning to the term, “carrot cake.”

After all, this cake seems like it's surrounded by carrots. Not sure about the filling though.

After all, this cake seems like it’s surrounded by carrots. Not sure about the filling though.

34. For those who like sheep, you can’t go wrong with these cupcakes.

These cupcakes are decorated with marshmallows to resemble wool. Nevertheless, these remind me of the sheep from Wallace and Gromit for some reason. Must be the heads.

These cupcakes are decorated with marshmallows to resemble wool. Nevertheless, these remind me of the sheep from Wallace and Gromit for some reason. Must be the heads.

35. If you think Reese’s Easter egg candies look too much like turds, these peanut butter chocolate eggs might be a great alternative.

At least you can decorate these with sprinkles. And that's sometimes better than whatever Reese's releases during the holidays.

At least you can decorate these with sprinkles. And that’s sometimes better than whatever Reese’s releases during the holidays.

36. It’s not Easter until you feast your eyes on an Easter basket cake like this.

Yes, this is another Easter basket cake. But it's different from the other one. Like 2-dimensional.

Yes, this is another Easter basket cake. But it’s different from the other one. Like 2-dimensional.

37. Who says you can’t have bunnies or flowers on one cake?

I know this was almost certainly professionally made. But still, who can ever resist this cute and flowery bunny face?

I know this was almost certainly professionally made. But still, who can ever resist this cute and flowery bunny face?

38. If you like carrots, then this veggie tray arrangement is for you.

Consists of sliced carrots and broccoli. Yet, will go great with the cauliflower bunny.

Consists of sliced carrots and broccoli. Yet, will go great with the cauliflower bunny.

39. This Easter, treat your kids to some healthy snacks such as this chick in the nest.

I think the chick is made from a slice of pineapple. And the nest is of pretzel sticks and Kix. Still, so cute.

I think the chick is made from a slice of pineapple. And the nest is of pretzel sticks and Kix. Still, so cute.

40. When it comes to Rice Krispie treats, these bunnies are hard to resist.

I'm sure the ears aren't edible. But I did a lot of Rice Krispie eggs last year. So I think I should do bunnies this time.

I’m sure the ears aren’t edible. But I did a lot of Rice Krispie eggs last year. So I think I should do bunnies this time.

41. You can’t celebrate Easter without including these bunny cake pops.

Sure the ears may be made from inedible sugar wax. But you have to admit, these are adorable.

Sure the ears may be made from inedible sugar wax. But you have to admit, these are adorable.

42. I’m sure you wouldn’t find an Easter lunch like this on the bunny trail.

Consists of bunnies made of sandwiches and cheese. But above all, it's guaranteed to melt your heart.

Consists of bunnies made of sandwiches and cheese. But above all, it’s guaranteed to melt your heart.

43. Celebrate Easter on your dessert platter with these marshmallow bunny pops.

Unlike the bunny peeps, you can eat these. Still, so cute if you ask me.

Unlike the bunny peeps, you can eat these. Still, so cute if you ask me.

44. For an Easter snack, these chick cheese and crackers are hard to resist.

Sure they may be of different cheeses. But they'll surely melt in your heart as well as your mouth.

Sure they may be of different cheeses. But they’ll surely melt in your heart as well as your mouth.

45. Start your Easter Sunday brunch with an egg salad chick sandwich.

I know that chicks come from chicken eggs. Fertilized or not, I'm not sure of what to make out of this.

I know that chicks come from chicken eggs. Fertilized or not, I’m not sure of what to make of of this.

46. For an Easter lunch or dinner, you can’t go wrong with a bunny burger.

Bunny is of a burger that has cheese attributes. Comes with a carrot and cheesy rice.

Bunny is of a burger that has cheese attributes. Comes with a carrot and cheesy rice.

47. For an easy Easter cupcake design, try bird nests.

They require coconut and Peanut M&Ms. Seems rather simple enough.

They require coconut and Peanut M&Ms. Seems rather simple enough.

48. For a more unconventional Easter treat, these bunny butt silhouettes are just for you.

These are made from marshmallows or possibly Oreos. But they're adorable nonetheless.

These are made from marshmallows or possibly Oreos. But they’re adorable nonetheless.

49. This Easter, it won’t hurt if you take a slice of some carrot cheese cake.

Now I know that carrot cake contains carrots. Not sure about carrot cheese cake though. Probably not.

Now I know that carrot cake contains carrots. Not sure about carrot cheese cake though. Probably not.

50. For celebrating Christ’s resurrection, these cupcakes are just the treat.

I'm not sure if these cupcakes are appropriate for celebrating Easter, for obvious reasons. But they seem rather simple to make if you get my drift.

I’m not sure if these cupcakes are appropriate for celebrating Easter, for obvious reasons. But they seem rather simple to make if you get my drift.

51. When it comes to Easter desserts, Easter basket cookie cups will do quite nicely.

Decorations include jellybeans, licorice, and coconut. Still, quite clever if you ask me.

Decorations include jellybeans, licorice, and coconut. Still, quite clever if you ask me.

52. For an Easter dessert platter, there’s nothing better than a bird’s nest torte.

Yes, it's a bird's nest cake. But it looks nothing like the one I put on last year's post. And it seems almost real.

Yes, it’s a bird’s nest cake. But it looks nothing like the one I put on last year’s post. And it seems almost real.

53. Those who love flowers will adore a cake like this.

Of course, this might more of a spring cake than an Easter one. Still, since Easter is tied to spring, it goes on this post.

Of course, this might more of a spring cake than an Easter one. Still, since Easter is tied to spring, it goes on this post.

54. When it comes to treating your little bunnies, these stuffed carrot cupcakes will sure do the trick.

The carrots are actually strawberries. But I'm sure any little bunny will find these delightful.

The carrots are actually strawberries. But I’m sure any little bunny will find these delightful.

55. Spring into Easter with this one-of-a-kind birdhouse cake.

Never seen a cake like that before. Then again, it wouldn't be standing like that in real life either.

Never seen a cake like that before. Then again, it wouldn’t be standing like that in real life either.

56. Before I get to mutton it, you do better on Easter than these cake pop sheep.

Yes, they may appear a bit puffy than normal sheep. But they're adorable nonetheless.

Yes, they may appear a bit puffy than normal sheep. But they’re adorable nonetheless.

57. It seems that at least one chick has hatched on these cupcakes.

Yes, these are bird nest cupcakes. But they're in a different style. Also, they're chocolate. And I love chocolate.

Yes, these are bird nest cupcakes. But they’re in a different style. Also, they’re chocolate. And I love chocolate.

58. You can make your own dessert platter garden with flower cookies.

Includes a watering can and umbrella. Still, they have to be on sticks and on Easter grass.

Includes a watering can and umbrella. Still, they have to be on sticks and on Easter grass.

59. For a simple treat, you can’t simply do better than these carrot pretzel sticks.

Just dip these sticks in green and orange icing. It's as easy as that. Trust me.

Just dip these sticks in green and orange icing. It’s as easy as that. Trust me.

60. On Easter, some bunnies become cakes while others are on top of one.

Yes, this is professionally made since it has all kinds of details. But still, you can't help but love the bunny on top.

Yes, this is professionally made since it has all kinds of details. But still, you can’t help but love the bunny on top.

61. Those who enjoy greens will certainly adore some bunny salad.

These just have the ears show from the top. But But it's as clever as it is nutritious for Easter fare.

These just have the ears show from the top. But But it’s as clever as it is nutritious for Easter fare.

62. Easter egg cake balls always make a wholesome treat.

Yes, I've might've posted these before. But they were probably made rather differently. Sure look tasty though.

Yes, I’ve might’ve posted these before. But they were probably made rather differently. Sure look tasty though.

63. No peeps party is complete without cupcakes like these.

Yes, these are peep cupcakes. However, unlike their sugary marshmallow counterparts, they're edible. Seriously, sugary marshmallow peeps are disgusting.

Yes, these are peep cupcakes. However, unlike their sugary marshmallow counterparts, they’re edible. Seriously, sugary marshmallow peeps are disgusting.

64. On Easter, a bunny cream puff is sure to make you smile.

They may not be very good for you. And they're sugary ears may be disgusting. But I think you'll find these irresistibly creamy and cute.

They may not be very good for you. And they’re sugary ears may be disgusting. But I think you’ll find these irresistibly creamy and cute.

65. Looks like the Easter Bunny got stuck in a rabbit hole.

Wonder what he's doing in there. Or is he stuck. The world may never know.

Wonder what he’s doing in there. Or is he stuck. The world may never know.

66. If your family is serving lamb this Easter, then sheep bread is sure to make a fine addition to your table.

My family usually serves ham. But this certainly takes up a lot of bread. Yet, I think it's tasty.

My family usually serves ham. But this certainly takes up a lot of bread. Yet, I think it’s tasty.

67. For your Easter lunch or dinner, there’s nothing more perfect than an Easter egg pizza.

I might've shown a veggie and fruit pizzas last year. But this one is a real Easter egg pizza even if it mostly consists of veggies.

I might’ve shown a veggie and fruit pizzas last year. But this one is a real Easter egg pizza even if it mostly consists of veggies.

68. For an Easter snack, these bunny pretzels are sure to keep you hopping for more.

Guess the bunny shapes are easier to make than some others. Still, these are adorable if you ask me. Yet, makes me wonder why Snyder's of Hanover doesn't make these.

Guess the bunny shapes are easier to make than some others. Still, these are adorable if you ask me. Yet, makes me wonder why Snyder’s of Hanover doesn’t make these.

69. It’s not Easter until you get a taste of these Easter egg cupcakes.

Because I had to put them on an Easter treat post as soon as I found them. Yet, decorate them however you like.

Because I had to put them on an Easter treat post as soon as I found them. Yet, decorate them however you like.

70. As we all know, a spring time pie can always do with a few flowers.

Yes, these are flowers on a pie. And I'm sure the pie filled with fruit and for dessert. Not sure what's in it though.

Yes, these are flowers on a pie. And I’m sure the pie filled with fruit and for dessert. Not sure what’s in it though.

71. Bring a flowery touch this Easter with this floral veggie platter.

Haven't seen a platter like this before. Still, you have to admire the cucumber sliced petals as well as the celery stalk.

Haven’t seen a platter like this before. Still, you have to admire the cucumber sliced petals as well as the celery stalk.

72. This Easter, it won’t hurt to munch on this bunny rice cake.

Not sure where you can get rice cakes. However, you have to think this rabbit is so adorable to say the least.

Not sure where you can get rice cakes. However, you have to think this rabbit is so adorable to say the least.

73. Nothing says Easter like coconut chick cake balls.

I did bunny balls last year. Like I said, not a fan of coconut. But I'm sure some kids will like them.

I did bunny balls last year. Like I said, not a fan of coconut. But I’m sure some kids will like them.

74. For your neighborhood police bunny, take a bite out of these donuts.

These mostly consist of chicks and bunnies. And are made with some peep attributes. But they're cute.

These mostly consist of chicks and bunnies. And are made with some peep attributes. But they’re cute.

75. This Easter treat yourself to some carrot cake.

Yes, it's a real carrot cake. And it's even shaped like a carrot, too. What else can you ask for.

Yes, it’s a real carrot cake. And it’s even shaped like a carrot, too. What else can you ask for?

76. Please your guests this Easter with some devil egg baskets.

Yes, it's a deviled egg Easter basket. Not sure what those egg things are supposed to be though.

Yes, it’s a deviled egg Easter basket. Not sure what those egg things are supposed to be though.

77. For a more nutritious Easter for the kids, you can’t go wrong with cauliflower sheep.

For some reason, these, too, remind me of the sheep from Wallace and Gromit. Not sure why. Still, they seem to have character.

For some reason, these, too, remind me of the sheep from Wallace and Gromit. Not sure why. Still, they seem to have character.

78. This Easter, impress your guests and relatives with a veggie flower bouquet.

Now this is an edible arrangement I can totally get behind. And the best part is, you can put these in dip.

Now this is an edible arrangement I can totally get behind. And the best part is, you can put these in dip.

79. It’s not Easter until you feast your eyes on this butterfly cake.

And this cake is courtesy of Betty Crocker. Love the wings on this.

And this cake is courtesy of Betty Crocker. Love the wings on this.

80. When it comes to Easter cakes, you can never have too many flowers.

Now this might pass as a general spring cake if it weren't for the Easter eggs. Nevertheless, it's very lovely.

Now this might pass as a general spring cake if it weren’t for the Easter eggs. Nevertheless, it’s very lovely.

Erin Go Bragh with These Lucky Treats on Saint Patrick’s Day (Second Edition)

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Now that Valentine’s Day is over we move on from hearts, love, red, Cupid, and pink to green, booze, rainbows, leprechauns, pots of gold, shamrocks, and all things Irish. In some places like Ireland, Saint Patrick’s Day is seen as a religious holiday since it’s the feast of the nation’s patron saint who brought Christianity to the country. Yet, for many, it’s also an excuse for people to watch their local parades and get sloshed, which has the tendency to insult many Irish. Nevertheless, many Irish Americans don’t seem to mind and they tend to outnumber the Irish in Ireland. Still, whether for better or worse, Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated all over the world. Last year, I did a post on treats pertaining to the holiday which received a great reception. And because I found so many treats on Pinterest, I couldn’t refuse. After all, I’m an Irish Catholic in Pennsylvania so I have to honor that heritage.So for your reading pleasure, here are some more lucky treats for this Saint Patrick’s Day.

  1. Dip some sugar cookies in some rainbow cheescake dip.
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As I call it, the signature seven layer dip for Saint Paddy’s Day. However, unlike the game day counterpart, all layers have the same stuff but in different colors.

2. For your Saint Patrick’s Day party, you can’t have a better place for your spinach dip than a shamrock bread bowl.

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Now that’s a really big bread bowl. But at least it’s rather fitting for the occasion. And you can take a piece of it, too.

3. This Saint Patrick’s Day, serve your guests some lucky lime salad bars.

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Guess these are the kind of Saint Patrick’s Day salad bars they served in the 1950s. You know, the time when people used salad and mayonnaise on everything according to magazines.

4. Your kids would consider themselves lucky eating these shamrock Rice Kristpie treats.

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You can even decorate these with Easter M&M’s. And I think they might be available since Easter tends to be a bigger holiday. Believe me, I know.

5. This Saint Patrick’s Day, celebrate with some four leaf clover quiche.

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Looks pretty small as far as I can see. Includes spinach which goes without saying. Still, very appropriate for March 17.

6. Treat your kids this Saint Patrick’s Day to some leprechaun marshmallow pops.

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Sure it’s probably filled with sugary sweetness. But you have to admit that this is quite cute if you ask me.

7. Of course, you can never go too fancy with shamrock cookies.

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As we can see by the patterns, they’re definitely professionally made and not cheap. Still, love the patterns.

8. For pots of gold, Oreos can really come in handy.

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Yes, these are cupcakes. But the Oreos are dipped in chocolate icing and decorated with gold sprinkles. Seems doable.

9. For Saint Patrick’s Day, green bread is always the best bread.

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Don’t worry, I think it’s pistachio bread. Still, best served with a breakfast of green eggs and ham. Well, as long as such stuff has green food coloring and doesn’t cause trichinosis.

10. If you like pasta, then you’ll love some rainbow spaghetti.

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I’m sure the pot of gold is supposed to consist of cheese and bacon. Yet, I like how the spaghetti is in all different colors.

11. Grace your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter with this shamrock pie.

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I think this might be an apple pie but I’m not sure. Nevertheless, I did post a picture of a shamrock pie before, but not one like this.

12. Who says that you can’t have shamrocks or rainbows?

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Yes, these cookies have shamrocks and rainbows. And they have 2 sugar cookie layers to boot.

13. As luck would have it, these shamrock fudge squares are guaranteed to be irresistible.

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All these consist of fudge squares and green icing shamrocks. If you can make fudge, you can make this.

14. Grace your dinner table this Saint Patrick’s Day with some shamrock braided bread.

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To make bread dough is easy. To braid it and make it into a 4 leaf shamrock doesn’t. Or at least as I see it.

15. If you want some meat in your clover bread, these shamrock sausage rolls will sure please.

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Sure they may look like shamrock buns. But these have sausage in them. At least that’s what they’re supposed to have.

16. For your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert, you can’t go wrong with some shamrock trifle.

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Well, it has minty pudding and chocolate Oreo layers. And it’s topped with sugary shamrocks. Looks pretty.

17. This Saint Patrick’s Day lunch is bound to make your kids feel lucky.

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Seems like this one consists of skewered grapes, a marshmallow peep, rainbow fruit rollup, chocolate coins, and a shamrock sandwich. And yes, it’s mostly green.

18. For Saint Patrick’s Day, a bunch of cupcakes can make a rainbow.

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Yes, this is one of those tearaway cupcake cakes. It’s said to be “end of the rainbow” but I don’t see a pot of gold within sight. Just clouds.

19. This Saint Patrick’s Day, start off with a shamrock omelette.

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As you can see, green bell peppers make great 4 leaf clovers. Still, it means you might have to chop them from the top instead of the side though.

20. You can’t celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day without a marshmallow cake like this.

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Yes, this cake is all covered in marshmallows. And yes, some of them are unedible since they’re covered in sugar. But it still looks so cute.

21. Treat yourself this Saint Patrick’s Day to some shamrock brownie sandwiches.

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It’s said to contain chocolate in mint. Nevertheless, they sure look tasty if you take it from me.

22. For a lucky Saint Patrick’s Day, you can’t go wrong with rainbow cookies.

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You have two choices: clouds or no clouds. Either way, they sure look pretty. Wouldn’t mind one or the other.

23. Wouldn’t you want a hidden pot of gold in your brownie cup?

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You put the gold sprinkles in the brownie before topping it with green icing and a shamrock. Not sure where you get the gold sprinkles to begin with though.

24. For Saint Patrick’s Day dessert, nothing beats green velvet rainbow cupcakes.

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I might’ve shown these before last year. However, these aren’t covered in chocolate. But yes, they sure do have a lot of icing.

25. If you have sliced cucumbers, why don’t you arrange them like a shamrock?

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Yes, this is a 4 leaf clover with cucumber slices. Not sure if you use a pot of gold cheese dip or dressing. But I think it’s clever.

26. For your Saint Patrick’s Day dinner, you can’t go wrong with some pot of gold salad.

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Seems to consist of cauliflower, bell peppers in 4 different colors, and guacamole. Still, it looks so cute.

27. For your Saint Patrickt’s Day snack, munch on some of these shamrock crisps.

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These are shamrock crackers with green leaves sprinkled all over them. Sure they have 3 leaves but they must be tasty.

28. Got a bunch of empty baby food jars? Make some rainbow jar mini cakes with them.

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I’m sure parents with small children could make these. But I think these are adorable and that kids would love them.

29. Wake up this Saint Patrick’s top of the morning with a sticky bun shamrock.

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They might not be the best thing for you heart or pancreas wise. But I do like the idea of putting cinnamon rolls together to make a shamrock.

30. Nothing makes Saint Patrick’s Day worthwhile than a loaf of rainbow bread.

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However, if you should have a slice, make sure you ask the maker whether it contains brown acid or marijuana. Sure I might be stereotyping but you never know.

31. Any lucky kid is bound to eat this Saint Patrick’s Day lunch up.

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These consist of a shamrock sandwich and cucumber slices as well as other delights. Said to be great for a kid’s school lunch.

32. You aren’t lucky on Saint Patrick’s Day until you have one of these leprechaun cupcakes.

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These tend to resemble the witch cupcakes I have on one of my Halloween treat posts. Still, they’re adorable and I’m sure kids will love them.

33. Wake up this Saint Patrick’s Day morning to some shamrock waffles.

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Well, this seems to have 5 heart waffles in green. Wonder whether they use green syrup for it. Probably.

34. Celebrate this Saint Patrick’s Day with healthier options such as these rainbow fruit kabobs.

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These consist of strawberries, cantaloupe, pineapple, grapes, and blueberries. And it has some chocolate coins in the pot of gold.

35. It’s not a Saint Patrick’s Day party unless your party has a cake like this.

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This one includes a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, a leprechaun hat, a keg, and a leprechaun. Still, certainly professionally made.

36. No kid is luckier on Saint Patrick’s Day than the one with the leprechaun in their lunch.

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This consist of a leprechaun sandwich that resembles a ginger homeless guy and shamrock cheese. Still, it’s so cute.

37. This Saint Patrick’s Day, enjoy lunch with these cucumber shamrock sandwiches.

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Wonder how they got bread shaped like this. Oh, wait, they made it. Still, like how they’re shaped into clovers.

38. Nothing makes a Saint Patrick’s Day breakfast than some shamrock eggs.

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Well, they don’t necessarily look like shamrocks. Then again, you get the idea. Well, sort of.

39. Warm yourself up this Saint Patrick’s Day with a bowl of shamrock soup.

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Sure it may look like a shamrock now. But once the spoon’s in it, it probably won’t be.

40. Have a top of the morning breakfast with some shamrock eggs.

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Comes with a rainbow of fruit. Still, The shamrock is atop the scrambled eggs and an English muffin.

41. You can’t get luckier this Saint Patrick’s Day unless you treat yourself to a rainbow milkshake.

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Wonder how they keep the colors separated like that. Also, there’s a chance that it might contain brown acid or a plant that’s said to bring upon world peace.

42. Who says there’s a leprechaun in your sandwich?

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Includes some banana clover and a pot of M&M’s. Sandwich is covered with a cucumber smile, carrot hair, and a cucumber hat. Still, so cute if you ask me.

43. You can’t have a Saint Patrick’s Day party without serving four leaf clover pizza.

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Mostly cheese and green basil as far as I see. Still, I think it’s rather clever. And looks quite tasty.

44. Nothing makes Saint Patrick’s Day worthwhile than a cake of a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

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Well, it has a pot of gold on the bottom, a rainbow in the middle, and a leprechaun hat on top. Nevertheless, most likely professionally made.

45. For a more fruity Saint Patrick’s Day look no further than this leprechaun.

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This one has an apple hat and face. But it also has a ginger orange beard. Nevertheless, a rather adorable fruity bit, can’t you say?

46. For a lucky lunch, this shamrock bento can’t be beat.

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This includes rainbow fruit kabobs, shamrock noodles, pot of gold and shamrock chocolates, and a shamrock sandwich. Nevertheless, I’m sure some kid would love it.

47. If you love Saint Patrick’s Day and Care Bears, this cake is for you.

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Not sure if there’s a Care Bear named Lucky that has a 4 leaf clover on its chest. Still, this one has a shamrock and rainbow so it fits.

48. You can’t have a better addition to your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter than chocolate chip rainbow cookies.

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Yes, these are chocolate chip cookies that just happen to be the colors of the rainbow. And it’s just the magic of food coloring.

49. For those with a sweet tooth, you can’t do much better than rainbow candy kabobs.

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Man, I didn’t know that they had so many colors of licorice. Still, you have to love the caramel candies for the gold and the marshmallows for the clouds.

50. Get lucky this Saint Patrick’s Day with these pot of gold cake pops.

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The green pot may be made out of cake. But the gold coins are made from colored sugar. Yes, color sugar, you heard me.

51. For Saint Patrick’s Day desserts, you can’t beat lucky whoopie pies.

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Well, that’s what they call them. But these have Lucky Charm marshmallows in green filling. So they must be magically delicious.

52. Happy Saint Patrick’s Day, courtesy of Eat n’ Park.

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It’s a local restaurant chain in my area, don’t ask. Still, when I see these smiley face cookies, I can sense where it came from. Yes, Eat n’ Park’s the place for smiles.

53. This bento lunch is guaranteed to give you the luck of the Irish.

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Not sure why I put so many bento lunches on here. Must be because I seemed to save so many but didn’t get the chance to put them on last year’s Saint Patrick’s Day treat post.

54. This Saint Patrick’s Day, it doesn’t hurt to go green at the top of the morning.

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This consists of green eggs and pancakes. Better be food coloring on those eggs because if not, they might give you salmonella.

55. With shamrock cookies like these, how much lucky can you get?

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I’m sure these are professionally made. Nevertheless, I really like these shamrocks.

56. Whether you want a rainbow vegetable, fruit, or rice, this bento has it all.

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I’m sure some of these use food coloring ofr nature doesn’t always conforms to the rainbow. This is especially with the rice.

57. For some traditional Irish fare, help yourself to some potato soup.

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Did I say that it’s in a bread bowl? And that the lid has a shamrock cut out of it?

58. When it comes to Saint Patrick’s Day dinner, you can’t think of a better side than shamrock buns.

Are these shamrock buns? Or are these heart buns made to look like shamrocks? The world may never know.

Are these shamrock buns? Or are these heart buns made to look like shamrocks? The world may never know.

59. Celebrate this Saint Patrick’s Day with some rainbow wrapped marshmallows.

These are supposed to be rainbows in the clouds. And yes, the marshmallows are wrapped with rainbow fruit roll ups.

These are supposed to be rainbows in the clouds. And yes, the marshmallows are wrapped with rainbow fruit roll ups.

60. If you love chocolate dipped cookies, then you’re in luck with these shamrocks.

These seem so tasty. And the best part is, these shamrocks are covered in chocolate.

These seem so tasty. And the best part is, these shamrocks are covered in chocolate.

61. If you’re in the mood for Mexican, try some shamrock quesadillas.

Yes, these are shamrock tortillas as you can see. Still, wonder if it tastes delicious.

Yes, these are shamrock tortillas as you can see. Still, wonder if it tastes delicious.

62. This Saint Patrick’s Day, say “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” with cupcakes.

For some reason, these are more suited for Valentine's Day than Saint Patrick's Day. Then again, they're green.

For some reason, these are more suited for Valentine’s Day than Saint Patrick’s Day. Then again, they’re green.

63. These Saint Patrick’s Day cookies come in shades of green.

These are bar cookies in a few shades of green. Just right for Saint Patrick's Day.

These are bar cookies in a few shades of green. Just right for Saint Patrick’s Day.

64. These Saint Patrick’s Day cupcakes are said to be as cute as a button.

Because these shamrocks have buttons for leaves. Still, they are as cute as a button as the name says.

Because these shamrocks have buttons for leaves. Still, they are as cute as a button as the name says.

65. This Saint Patrick’s Day, take a slice of shamrock cheese cake.

I think this came from Martha Stewart. Still, I found it on Pinterest.

I think this came from Martha Stewart. Still, I found it on Pinterest.

66. Those who like big things in small packages might enjoy these pot of gold mini cakes.

And they have rainbows on them, too. Yet, these are so adorable.

And they have rainbows on them, too. Yet, these are so adorable.

67. When it comes to Saint Patrick’s Day, you can’t do better than a shamrock chicken and pesto pizza.

Not sure what it tastes like. But I hope it's delicious because it sure looks like it.

Not sure what it tastes like. But I hope it’s delicious because it sure looks like it.

68. Treat yourself this Saint Patrick’s Day to some shamrock cheddar biscuits.

The shamrocks are represented by parsley. Brought to you by Kraft and they look so tasty.

The shamrocks are represented by parsley. Brought to you by Kraft and they look so tasty.

69. If you like frozen lucky treats, this ice cream shamrock sandwich can’t be beat.

I see that it uses chocolate chip mint ice cream for the filling. I like that ice cream flavor.

I see that it uses chocolate chip mint ice cream for the filling. I like that ice cream flavor.

70. For Saint Patrick’s Day, your kids will feel lucky with these smiling shamrock shakes.

Yes, these are so adorable to make you melt. And the best part is you can eat the cups.

Yes, these are so adorable to make you melt. And the best part is you can eat the cups.

71. These Saint Patrick’s Day rainbow cupcakes are both so in icing and filling.

Unfortunately, these only come in 5 colors. So disappointed there's no purple one. It's a travesty.

Unfortunately, these only come in 5 colors. So disappointed there’s no purple one. It’s a travesty.

72. This Saint Patrick’s Day, serve cucumber slices with parsley shamrocks and green hummus.

Well, at least these are somewhat healthy. Which says a lot compared to the other stuff on this post.

Well, at least these are somewhat healthy. Which says a lot compared to the other stuff on this post.

73. Celebrate this Saint Patrick’s Day with this one-of-a-kind rainbow ruffle cake.

I think this might be primarily a birthday cake. Yet, since Saint Patrick's Day has rainbows, this counts.

I think this might be primarily a birthday cake. Yet, since Saint Patrick’s Day has rainbows, this counts.

74. Make your Saint Patrick’s Day worthwhile with these rainbow cake push pops.

And it seems like the colors are in different configurations. Still, I'm sure the kids will love these.

And it seems like the colors are in different configurations. Still, I’m sure the kids will love these.

75. Grace your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter with these shamrock short cookies.

Yes, they resemble a leprechaun's boxers. But still, you have to appreciate the creativity.

Yes, they resemble a leprechaun’s boxers. But still, you have to appreciate the creativity.

76. This Saint Patrick’s Day, snack on some sweet shamrock soft pretzels.

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Yes, these are shamrock soft pretzels. Yes, they look like buns but they’re not. And they’re covered in green sugar.

77. When it comes to Saint Patrick’s Day, you can’t get luckier with these cookies on a stick.

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I know these are Saint Patrick’s Day cookies since they consist of shamrocks and rainbows. And other circle shapes. I guess the yellow ones are supposed to be coins.

78. It’s not Saint Patrick’s Day until you serve some Lucky Charms cupcakes.

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Called thus because they have green filling and have Lucky Charms marshmallows on top. Said to be magically delicious.

79. For luck this Saint Patrick’s Day, feast your eyes on a cake like this.

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This cake is covered in shamrocks with 2 horseshoes on top. Certainly professionally made and not cheap.

80. Now this is the kind of Saint Patrick’s Day lunch for over the rainbow.

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This rainbow consists of cherry tomatoes, carrots, corn, and peas on rice. Lunch also consists of ham rolls and a cupcake.

Strike the Gong with These Chinese New Year Treats

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As a white American girl, I don’t celebrate Chinese New Year and it partly explains the reason why I didn’t include it among my other holidays for February of last year. However, I tend to regret this because even though I don’t have any reason to celebrate it, it’s still a major holiday. And one I’ve often ignored for far too long. I mean Chinese New Year is a holiday that’s celebrated by at least no more than 1 billion people around the world. That’s more than who celebrate holidays like Cinco de Mayo, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, the Super Bowl, and Groundhog Day. And I’ve done at least a treat post for each of them. Not to mention, Chinese New Year is a very old holiday as well since it’s been celebrated in China and East Asia long before Christ, making it older than Christmas and Easter mostly due to several myths and traditions. Now the Chinese New Year is an important Chinese festival at the turn of the lunisolar New Year. This year it’ll be on February 8th as the year of the Monkey. The literal translation of the Chinese name is the Spring Festival, though February isn’t in what I’d exactly call spring. Nevertheless, celebrations traditionally run from the evening of the first day to the Lantern Festival which takes place on the 15th of the first month afterwards. Traditionally, this festival was to honor their deities and ancestors. Yet, while it may not be the case anymore, it’s still celebrated in China as well as in other countries like those in Southeast Asia, Mauritius, and the Philippines. There’s a lot of traditions pertaining to Chinese New Year, especially when it comes to food. But in this post, this will pertain to Chinese New Year treats which uphold to certain forms like panda cupcakes. So for your reading pleasure, here are is a treasure trove of Chinese New Year treats.

  1. You can’t celebrate Chinese New Year without some dragon cake pops.
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The dragon is a common motif on Chinese New Year, especially since dragon dances are common for celebration. Nevertheless, this one comes in segments.

2. For your Chinese New Year dessert platter, you can’t go wrong with these cookies.

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These consist of Chinese kids, money, cherry blossoms, lanterns, a fan, and a pagoda. Still, these are cute.

3. If you love Chinese fans, then you’ll sure love this cake.

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I’m sure this is professionally made. Still, this cake is supposed to take the form of a Chinese porcelain vase with some Chinese fans on it.

4. When it comes to dragon cupcakes, they always have to have the right kind of scales.

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And this one seems like this one is among the fire breathing types. Still, I like the colorful scales and the fiery tail on this one.

5. For the Year of the Snake, wake up to this slithering strawberry shortcake.

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Well, the Year of the Snake was in 2013, before I started this blog. Still, you might be able to make this and refer it to a dragon.

6. Of course, where would Chinese New Year be without a panda cupcake?

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This is so cute. Love the Oreo ears, hands, and feet. Also love that cute little face. Seriously, who can resist this?

7. For your Chinese New Year dessert platter, may I suggest takeout?

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Okay, it’s just a professionally made cake that’s going to cost you way more than conventional takeout. But still, I think it’s clever if you ask me.

8. When it comes to Chinese New Year, nothing’s more appropriate than a rice bowl cake.

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For many, rice seems to be the Chinese signature dish. But for a long time, this was now what a lot of Chinese actually ate.

9. These cookies are sure to delight your Chinese New Year dessert platter.

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These include Chinese money, cherry blossoms, lily pad, mandarin orange, Yin Yang, Chinese Characters, Chinese lantern, red fan, Chinese girl, bamboo, and a panda. Still, quite cute.

10. For Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with mandarin orange macaroons.

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Mandarin oranges are the most popular and most abundant fruit of Chinese New Year. It’s an emblem of luck and good fortune.

11. When it comes to Chinese New Year, it helps that the cakes all match.

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This one was for the year of the Dragon as well as professionally made. The cake depicts a dragon with cherry blossoms and Chinese characters.

12. For Chinese New Year cakes, you can’t go wrong with red and gold.

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As you can tell by the detail, this one is professionally made as well. But I do love the rich red and gold decor on this one.

13. To welcome the Year of the Snake, treat yourself to this little snake cupcake.

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Sure it’s not the Year of the Snake. But this is so adorable that I just had to add it on. Seriously, who can’t resist this?

14. Looks like someone is having takeout all on one cupcake.

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Nevertheless, fortune cookies aren’t really Chinese food. And sushi is primarily a Japanese cuisine. Still, how they did this, I have no idea.

15. This Chinese New Year, feast your eyes on this cupcake dragon.

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Yes, this is another cupcake dragon. But it’s in another form as you can see. For instance, this one has an ice cream cone snout.

16. Celebrate the coming of the Chinese New Year with these panda cupcakes.

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Yes, these are panda cupcake. And yes, I put them for Chinese New Year because pandas are important animals in China. Also, they’re adorable.

17. Make your Chinese New Year a sweet and lucky occasion with a cake like this.

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This one has 2 girls standing alongside a Chinese character, money, and mandarin oranges. Nevertheless, this is quite charming.

18. For Chinese Americans celebrating Chinese New Year, this chopstick and fortune cookie cake might suit your fancy.

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Contrary to popular belief, fortune cookies aren’t really Chinese. They modern version likely originated in America and the earliest one probably came from Japan. Yet, they tend to serve these at Chinese restaurants for some reason.

19. For Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with a tea set on a cupcake.

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Yes, the Chinese sure like their tea and their calligraphy. Nevertheless, how someone managed to do this, I have no idea.

20. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with this snake sandwich.

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Yes, I know it’s not the Year of the Snake. That was 2013. But I needed something on this post other than pastries and desserts. So it goes on.

21. Red and gold icing are always great for Chinese New Year cookies.

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I guess these were professionally made since they’re so ornate. Still, wonder how you can come across some gold icing.

22. If you like Chinese lanterns, then you’ll love these macaroons.

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Seems like these are simple to make as I see. Well, for people who know how to make macaroons. But you have to like these.

23. For those who like to go big with Chinese lanterns, there’s a cake for that.

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Yes, I know there are a lot of professionally made cakes on here that you probably can’t afford. Still, you have to admit this one is gorgeous.

24. If you’re looking for a Chinese New Year treat, you can’t go wrong with these cupcakes.

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These consist of Chinese characters, cherry blossom and money, mandarin oranges, and firecrackers. And they’re all on one tray.

25. If you love flowers, then you’ll adore these cherry blossom sticks.

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Cherry blossoms are more often associated with Japan than China. However, they’re said to be native to the Himalayas, so I’ll put it on here.

26. For you repressed art students out there, these are the Chinese New Year cookies for you.

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Love the Chinese characters and flowers on this one. Nevertheless, I don’t think I could ever master icing calligraphy like that.

27. When it comes to Chinese New Year, grace your dessert platter with this pagoda cake.

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Pagodas are towers associated with East Asian architecture. Many of the serve religious functions and have been around for centuries.

28. For their Chinese New Year lunch, your kids will enjoy this dragon sandwich.

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Not sure if it reminds me of a Chinese dragon. But for this post it’ll do since Chinese dragons would be hard to make into sandwiches anyway.

29. For the enlightened, this Buddha cake will sure go well with your Chinese New Year dessert platter.

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Buddhism may have originated in India, but it’s a big religion in China and other Asian countries. So it goes on this post.

30. Since a dragon is such an important figure in Chinese New Year celebrations, then this cake can’t be beat.

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Yes, this is what a Chinese New Year dragon looks like. A bit smaller than some of them. But I think it’s adorable.

31. For Chinese New Year, you can’t have more intricately painted cookies than these.

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These cookies are most likely made by a professional or repressed art major. This set includes a couple paintings, lanterns, and a panda.

32. For healthier lunch options, you can always go with panda sushi.

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Sushi may not be a Chinese dish. But pandas certainly are native to China. And these sushi rolls are so adorable.

33. If you like Chinese fans, these cookies are sure to delight.

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Yes, these are probably done by a professional. But you have to love the cherry blossoms on these. Not an easy thing to put on icing.

34. For the Year of the Monkey, this eggroll will make a tasty treat.

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Eggroll is a Chinese dish as far as Chinese restaurants are concerned in America. But it still looks pretty adorable.

35. These panda cookies are guaranteed to be hard to resist.

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These seem quite doable for Chinese New Year. Besides, you’d have to be crazy to think pandas aren’t adorable. Because they are.

36. For Chinese New Year desserts, these macaroons will sure go nicely.

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These have flowers, Chinese characters, fans, and other things on them. And they’re in red, white, and black.

37. When it comes to Chinese New Year, your kids are sure to love these panda cupcakes.

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Sure they may have chocolate cereal ears. But you still have to love them because they’re so adorable to behold.

38. For a more quaint Chinese New Year, you’re sure to like this tea set cake.

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This teapot appears to be covered in cherry blossoms. Not sure how I feel about the color. But it’s certainly creative on the baker’s part.

39. On Chinese New Year, you can’t get more elaborate than these cupcakes.

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Yes, these are definitely made by a professional. Still, includes cherry blossoms, a qipao, and Chinese lantern.

40. Nothing makes your Chinese New Year than cake pops like these.

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These consist of Chinese kids, firecrackers, red envelope, mandarin orange, money, and lantern. Still, these are adorable.

41. For simplicity, you might want to go for cherry blossom marshmallows.

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They’re marshmallows with cherry blossoms on them. Seems more doable than other ones on here. Except with the icing artwork.

42. When it comes to snacks, these jelly koi fish will do nicely.

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Though associated more with Japan, koi fish were first bred for ornamental purposes in China 1,000 years ago. Also, they’re not tiny beyond any stretch of the imagination.

43. When it comes to celebrating Chinese New Year, you can’t do anything wrong with a cake like this.

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Now this cake is professionally made because I don’t think a normal person can have those art skills. Still, this is cute.

44. With Chinese New Year cupcakes like these, your holiday is sure to bring great fortune.

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These include mandarin oranges, Chinese characters, cherry blossoms, and koi. Nevertheless, you have to love these.

45. These cherry blossom sugar cookies would make fine additions to any Chinese New Year dessert platter.

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Yes, these flowers look beautiful. Still, I know that most of these pictures usually consist of cookies and cakes. Hey, I tried my best.

46. I’m sure your Chinese New Year cookies could never look like this.

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These consists of a cherry blossom tree, a lantern, a dragon, and a mask. Still, way better art job than I could do.

47. Celebrate your Chinese New Years with these delectable cupcakes.

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These consists of a lotus blossom, a dragon, Chinese characters, and a Chinese lantern. Still, better than I could make them look.

48. For you Chinese fan lovers, these cookies will take the cake.

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Now I guess these were made in 2013 which was the Year of the Snake. How could I have guessed?

49. For the Year of the Dragon, these cookies will do quite nicely.

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These seem to consists of red envelopes, Chinese Characters, dragons, lanterns, and money chain. I’m sure these are from 2012.

50. Nothing goes better with a Chinese New Year dinner than some snake and dragon bread.

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I think this came from some restaurant in San Francisco. It’s supposed to be a snake. But to me, it resembles a dragon.

51. Celebrate the Year of the Monkey with these chocolate banana buns.

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I think this might come from some online magazine in Australia. Still, they do look pretty cute though.

52. For the Year of the Snake, kids will hiss with delight on these fortune cookie and fruit roll up snacks.

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These are from 2013. Nevertheless, as far as the year is concerned, I really don’t care. Besides, these are adorable and creative.

53. Celebrate your Chinese New Year with this golden dragon cake.

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Now that’s more like it with the dragon cake. Love the colors on this one. So pretty.

54. For the Year of the Snake, take a bite out of these slithery buns.

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Looks like these were made from a bun and a bagel. Too bad that was for 2013. Still, I think these are great.

55. For Chinese New Year, you can’t beat cookie art like this.

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These include a Chinese lady with a parasol, a cherry blossom branch, a pagoda, and a map of China. Still, these are lovely and probably expensive.

56. If you want to make something for Chinese New Year, then look no further than these dragon cookies.

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Sure these are cookie sandwiches andthey barely look like dragons. But they sure do melt your heart.

57. Those who celebrate the Chinese New Year sure have to love sugar cookies like these.

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I guess these are professionally made as far as I could tell. Nevertheless, I sure love the artisan ship which is well beyond mine.

58. For a more kid friendly Chinese New Year, these Chinese Zodiac cupcakes might suit your fancy.

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Each cupcake represents two animals of the Chinese Zodiac. Dog is with pig, monkey is with rooster, goat is with horse, dragon is with snake, tiger is with rabbit, and ox is with rat.

59. For a more golden Chinese New Year, this pagoda cake is just the thing.

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Wonder how much of this cake is edible. If the roof is, If it is, wonder where they get the gold icing from. Never seen icing so shiny.

60. For a healthy Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with a panda lunch.

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This has a pandom made from olives and nuts I believe. Yet, it also has a carrot sun and cucumber bamboo. Still, quite cute.

61. This red cake is exactly what your Chinese New Year party needs.

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This one has a golden Chinese character as well as cherry blossoms. Either way, it’s simply stunning.

62. Yes, Chinese pagodas tend to be red but how about a pagoda cake in blue?

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Yes, this cake is certainly professionally made as you see here. Still, it’s incredibly lovely that it almost resembles a scaled down model.

63. This Chinese New Year, make it a panda party.

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Because everyone knows that pandas live in China. And everyone loves pandas. So this cake is a win-win.

64. Those who wish to celebrate Chinese New Year in pink will love this cherry blossom cake.

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Wonder if those flowers are icing, real, or plastic. Nobody will know for sure. Well, there’s one way to find out but this is not the venue.

65. For cold Chinese New Year treats, these panda ice cream cones are absolutely perfect.

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Sure Chinese New Year happens during the winter. Still, these ice cream treats are most appropriate for the occasion. Since they’re adorable panda treats.

66. For your Chinese New Year platter, these Rice Krispie dragons are a real treat.

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Yes, these are dragons with Rice Krispie snouts and Fruit Roll Up tails. Still, it’s a rather creative idea.

67. If you want a fancier cake, this pagoda one with the Chinese Zodiac is perfect for your platter.

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I think this was a birthday cake for a guy named Peter. But it’s a great cake for Chinese New Year as well. Love it though.

68. Nothing makes a Chinese New Year party than a dish of these panda cookies.

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Yes, these are panda chocolate and sugar cookies. And yes, these are adorable. Don’t you want to hold one of them? Don’t you?

69. Ring in the Chinese New Year with these jelly cakes.

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I think these appeared on Groupon. Still these include money, Chinese characters, and koi.

70. For celebrating Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with these koi cookies.

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These are shortbread cookies even though they might resemble bread. Still, I think they must be quite tasty.

71. These Chinese money buns are where the money is.

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These look so tasty. Then again, perhaps it’s because the golden brown shine makes my mouth water.

72. These pandas are sure to make your Chinese New Year a delight.

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These are cookies that are made to resemble pandas with chocolate details. Anyway, these are so adorable that you’d want to eat them up.

73. For your little ones, they will surely love these Chinese Zodiac cupcakes.

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I’m sure these cupcakes are for little kids for the Chinese New Year. Yet, they’re just so adorable to look at if you ask me.

74. You can’t celebrate Chinese New Year without a cake of a golden dragon.

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Wonder why the dragon seems like it’s cut in half. Nevertheless, I think this looks great, especially with the gold icing.

75. Make your Chinese New Year worthwhile with these cookies.

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These consist of Chinese dolls, Chinese characters, and cherry blossoms. Still, these are so cute.

76. Greet the Year of the Horse with this cookie set.

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These include lanterns, horses, dolls, money, and a fan. From 2014, but I like it so it goes on.

77. You can’t have Chinese New Year without a cake of red and gold with a dragon on top.

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I wonder if the golden bird is a phoenix which might explain a lot. Still, once again, I’m not sure how they get gold icing.

78. Nothing says Chinese New Year like a red cake trimmed in gold with a lotus blossom on top.

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I think this is a Longevity cake which is for birthdays. Still, since it’s Chinese themed, I’ll put it in for Chinese New Year.

79. It’s not the Year of the Monkey until you have some monkey cupcakes.

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Now this seems doable. All you need are wafers, icing, and sprinkles. Still, these are adorable.

80. When it comes to Chinese New Year, you’ve never seen a cake like this.

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Now I’m sure you wouldn’t be able to fit that kind of cake on your dining room table. Nevertheless, this dragon boat cake is spectacular for any Chinese New Year celebration.

Be Mine with These Valentine’s Day Treats (Second Edition)

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As you may have guessed, Valentine’s Day isn’t one of my favorite holidays, and I’m doing such posts early this year so I can get the holiday over with. Last year, I did a post on Valentine’s Day treats and it received a rather warm reception. So I decided to do another one for all my fans out there. As we all know, Valentine’s Day is a highly celebrated holiday. And it’s no surprise that many people tend to hold Valentine’s Day parties which aren’t as extravagant as the ones they have on Christmas. But there are plenty of treats people post on Pinterest associated with the holiday which leaves me with a lot to work with. Not to mention, the fact most schoolchildren are usually obligated to bring valentines and treats to school as well. So for your reading pleasure, I bring you a treasure trove of some more Valentine’s Day treats.

  1. For starters, we begin with the chocolate hearts on sticks.
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Wonder whether these are made with cake or marshmallow filling. Probably marshmallow, I guess. But they look so cute.

2. These animal cookies are bound to melt your heart.

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Now these consist of a butterfly, a ladybug, an owl, a bird, a dog, and a penguin. But they’re all so adorable in their own special way.

3. For your Valentine’s Day party, you can’t go wrong with XO salad.

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Yes, the X’s and O’s are made from cheese. Bit it includes some cucumber hearts as well.

4. Nothing brings the spirit of Valentine’s Day than some red heart gobs.

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Yes, these are little heart cupcake sandwiches. Not sure how big they are. For all I know they could be rather bite size.

5. How about some heart churos with your coffeee?

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These are churos made into hearts. And yes, a few of them fit wonderfully on a saucer like this one.

6. With heart shaped marshmallows and candy, you can make your own Valentine’s sundae.

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Yet, between the two of these, I’ll take the one with the M&M’s. Those heart candies tastes like sugary chalk dust.

7. Grace your Valentine’s Day cupcakes with red icing, hearts, and roses.

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Now these seem like classic Valentine’s Day cupcakes. I’m sure they were made in a bakery though. Nevertheless, they’ll surely do.

8. These Rice Krispie treats contain chocolate hearts for your Valentine’s Day delight.

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I don’t know about you but I think these look delicious. And they have chocolate, too.

9. These heart shaped potatoes will go well with any Valentine’s Day dinner.

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Sure to go with any heart shaped steak or meat as you desire. Think it’s a rather clever idea though.

10. With heart cookies like these, you can make a wreath.

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Yes, that is a heart cookie wreath. Yes, I think this was professionally made. Nevertheless, I think it’s great and you should, too.

11. Feast your eyes on this envelope tart.

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It’s like a tart with an envelope crust and fruity filling inside. This one is totally well suited for Valentine’s Day as you see.

12. These marshmallow robots on a stick are only filled with love.

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I’m sure these aren’t edible since they’re of the same composition as marshmallow peeps. However, you can’t doubt their cuteness by any stretch of the imagination.

13. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with some tarts by the Queen of Hearts.

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well, they may not be made by the Queen of hearts (because she doesn’t exist). But these do have hearts and they are cute.

14. You can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day without some valentine chicken pot pie.

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Then again, it might be quiche. However, you have to admire the hearts on the crust. That’s quite creative.

15. Be kind to your heart this Valentine’s Day with some heart salad.

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Yes, it’s a salad with hearts. And yes, those hearts are made from cheese and bacon bits. And so is the lettuce.

16. Grace your Valentine’s Day dessert platter with cheesecake with hearts.

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This cheesecake has hearts all over it in a spiral. Sure it’s professionally made but it looks so pretty.

17. For healthy Valentine’s Day snack, you can’t go wrong with these fruity ladybugs.

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Wonder how they get the berries into the strawberry. Nevertheless, these fruity bugs are so adorable.

18. Wake up in the morning to some Valentine’s Day crepes.

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I guess “crepes” are fancy looking pancakes from how I see it. Can’t really do a design like that because I’d sure mess up somewhere.

19. For frozen treats, these Valentine’s Day ice cream sandwiches will do the trick.

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Seems like you put some strawberry ice cream between 2 chocolate cookies. Then decorate with icing hearts however you like.

20. Nothing makes a better centerpiece for your Valentine’s Day dessert platter than this “My Heart Pounds for You” cake.

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It’s basically a pound cake with strawberries in it and shaped like a hot. And this one consists of chocolate and vanilla.

21. If hearts aren’t your thing, you can always go with kiss lips.

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These are “Big Kiss Cake Pops.” Yes they tend to look like plastic lips on a stick. But they’re not.

22. These heart sticks are great with a cup of hot chocolate.

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It’s a cookie stick with some chocolate icing and mini marshmallows. Wonder if it tastes like a smore. Probably not.

23. For Valentine’s Day dinner, heart ravioli is a lovely treat.

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And it seems like these ravioli can go with anything like shrimp. Nevertheless, it’s rather likely these are filled with cheese.

24. Wake up this Valentine’s Day morning to some heart shaped donuts.

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Of course, if you eat enough of these, they’re not bound to do your heart much good. Still, you have to love these.

25. For Valentine’s Day dinner, you can’t do better for a vegetable than with some heart shaped carrots.

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I guess these carrot hearts were made for kids and to go with peas. Nevertheless, they’re adorable.

26. Make your Valentine’s Day party a success with some kiss lips fruit salad.

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As you see, the kiss lips, XO, and hearts are all made from watermelon. Nevertheless, it seems like a rather ingenious idea conducted by someone with too much time on their hands.

27. Then again, a fruit salad with hearts is just as nice.

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Seems like this salad has more hearts than the last one. And they don’t just consist of watermelon either.

28. You can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day without a pie covered in hearts.

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Guess this is a strawberry pie as I can tell. Nevertheless, its crust is all covered in hearts like I said.

29. Your valentine is bound to enjoy these envelope sugar cookies.

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And they fit in a shiny red mailbox as far as I can see. Nevertheless, they’re quite cute.

30. Nothing makes Valentine’s Day sweeter than a cake covered in heart shaped candies.

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Of course, you might want to take the candies off as you eat it. Those things taste like chalk dust and flavored sugar. It’s disgusting.

31. Nothing makes a better addition to your Valentine’s Day party platter than some pink deviled eggs with hearts.

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Guess these hearts are made from beets from how I see it. Not sure what to think about the pink, though.

32. Heart cookies are always cuter when they’re ladybugs.

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I’m sure kids are bound to love these. Not sure why they use ladybugs for Valentine’s Day. But these are adorable.

33. You’ll find a red heart when you take a slice of this cake.

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Yes, this Valentine’s cake has a heart inside. Not sure how they do this. Still, I like that it’s chocolate.

34. When it comes to Valentine’s Day, you can’t resist these Hershey Kiss sugar cookies.

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Consist of red, pink, and silver. May not be chocolate. But they sure look good to me.

35. You can’t have a Valentine’s Day party without rainbow jello hearts.

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However, before your kids eat them, ask the host whether they contain alcohol. Remember just because it’s jello, doesn’t mean it’s for kids.

36. For healthier options, you might want to go with these heart fruit kabobs.

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Consists of strawberries and grapes. And it seems that the strawberries are shaped like hearts, too.

37. This Valentine’s Day, your heart will melt for these X and O smores.

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Seems like they consist of chocolate covered cookies with marshmallows sandwiched between them. Sure look good though.

38. You can’t go wrong this Valentine’s Day with these heart biscuits.

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I know biscuits aren’t the best things for you. But they sure taste so good that they’re irresistible.

39. Those in the Tex-Mex mood will surely enjoy these heart empanadas.

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Guess an empanada is a Mexican calzone of some sort. But these certainly look delicious.

40. You can’t go wrong on Valentine’s Day without these marshmallow candy hearts.

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Sure taste better than the real thing. Because almost anything tastes better than sugar, chalk dust, and artificial flavors. And that’s a fact.

41. Warm up this Valentine’s Day with some tomato soup and grilled cheese heart sandwiches.

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By the way, you dip your sandwich in the soup if I’m not mistaken. Hope you get my drift.

42. These cocktail cupcakes will sure make a fine addition on any Valentine’s Day party dessert platter.

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Seems like these cupcakes are made in cocktail glasses. Wonder if they’re oven resistant. Must be but you’ll never know.

43. Delight your guests this Valentine’s Day with these stained glass heart cookies.

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These seem to come in several different colors and flavors. Still, wonder how you get the jello in the heart because I’m stumped of how that works.

44. Your Valentine’s Day party will liven up with these sugar cookie candy hearts.

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And I guarantee you that they’ll be much better than anything made from sweetened chalk dust with artificial flavoring. Seriously, real candy hearts are disgusting.

45. On Valentine’s Day, you can’t go wrong with these smore cookies.

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These consists of chocolate covered graham crackers with heart marshmallows on top. Perfect for any winter day.

46. You can’t have Valentine’s Day without these heart patty candies.

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Not sure what they’re made of. But according to Pinterest, they’re said to be edible because there’s a recipe listed.

47. Nothing brings the spirit of Valentine’s Day than a chocolate lover’s cheesecake.

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They have hearts on top in a regular and white chocolate swirl. Of course, I’m sure they’re incredibly delicious.

48. These heart pretzels make the ideal Valentine’s Day snack.

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Yes, these pretzels aren’t all uniform. But I’m sure somebody would find them quite tasty.

49. All these Valentine’s Day cookies fit well in a cute red little box.

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Mostly consists of letters and hearts. Still, you have to love these, especially since they’re chocolate.

50. You can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day without a cake with 3 hearts in it.

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The hearts are supposed to be made of raspberry buttercream icing, according to Pinterest. Still, the chocolate makes it look delicious.

51. It’s not Valentine’s Day until you have an X and O brownie dish on your dessert platter.

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Available in chocolate and vanilla filling. Nevertheless, they sure look tasty that’s for sure.

52. It’s not Valentine’s Day until you feast your eyes on this salad.

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Seems to consist of tomatoes in a heart shape with some marshmallows in the center. Quite ingenious if you get my drift.

53. Grace your dessert platter this Valentine’s Day with this pink rose topped cake.

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This looks like a lovely cake. Guess it’s professionally made or created by someone with too much time on their hands. But it sure looks pretty.

54. Treat yourself this Valentine’s Day to some heart shaped potato skins.

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Contains cheese and bacon as well as some spices. You can even dip them in some dip of sour cream.

55. These Valentine’s Day candy kabobs are sure to be a real treat.

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Not sure if I’d want to eat any of the candies on this stick. But I’m sure kids are going to love them. Yet, I do like the ribbons.

56. For Valentine’s Day dinner, you can’t go wrong with some heart beat salad.

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It consists of hearts and they are made of beets. Get it? Still, seems to look great.

57. When it comes to Valentine’s Day, you will certainly fall in love with these cupcakes.

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Really like this arrangement here. Like the hearts, especially the ones that spell “LOVE.”

58. Those who enjoy some Japanese fare will enjoy some heart shaped sushi.

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None of them seem to be in the traditional Valentine’s Day colors like red, white, or pink. But they certainly do look wonderful if you ask me.

59. You can’t have Valentine’s Day without some red heart shaped bread.

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I think this bread might be in the dough stage and made by a professional. Nevertheless, it sure looks lovely, and possibly tasty when it’s break.

60. All that don this cake are hearts and roses.

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Not sure if those roses are edible. But they sure look pretty. Also love the chocolate icing.

61. If you want to keep your heart healthy this Valentine’s Day, you can’t go wrong with this hearty salad.

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Consists of hearts of tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheese. Nevertheless, whoever made this must’ve had too much time on their hands as far as I’m concerned.

62. These heart pretzels will make a tasty Valentine’s Day treat.

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Consists of pretzels, candy hearts, and nutella. Nevertheless, they’re probably the easiest treats on this post so far.

63. It’s not Valentine’s Day until you feast your eyes on these chocolate covered Valentine’s Day Oreos.

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Yes, these are Oreos with hearts on them. Still, other than the design, they seem rather easy to make.

64. This heart shaped cookie cake is a perfect edition to your Valentine’s Day party dessert platter.

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Seems to consist of a chocolate chip cookie crust with a chocolate filling that’s sprinkled with candy hearts and chocolate chips. Sure looks delicious though.

65. You can’t have a great Valentine’s Day party without including some chocolate covered pretzels with hearts.

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All it takes are candy hearts, pretzel sticks and chocolate. Nevertheless, it’s a rather doable snack.

66. Nothing says Valentine’s Day than a cake of a box of chocolates.

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Now this is better than any box of chocolates (well, at least samplers). Seriously, if you receive a box, how many of those would you actually want to eat? My point.

67. For healthy options, you can’t go wrong with this rainbow fruit snack platter.

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Seems that this tray has a different fruit for every color. Well, there are 2 representing green, but still. And the grapes are in the wrong place as well.

68. For Valentine’s Day, feast your eyes on some Salámové.

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But to me, it’s a form of pizza. Nevertheless, this is the kind of food art that’s done by repressed art majors at grocery store delis.

69. Wake up this Valentine’s Day morning with some heart shaped French toast.

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Now this resembles the kind of breakfast you’d see at some fancy restaurant or 5-star hotel. And each bit is topped with icing and strawberries.

70. Add some color in your life with these rainbow heart Rice Krispie treats.

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Yes, they’re candy heart colored. But I assure you, they will taste much better. Seriously, sugary chalk dust is disgusting.

71. Would you like some heart marshmallows in your hot chocolate?

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Well, this seems rather easy, until you realize you need a heart cutter that small. But it’s still cute.

72. These raspberry cookie sandwiches will be a Valentine’s Day delight.

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Well, I see some of them also have strawberries as well. Nevertheless, it’s in a heart so it goes on this post.

73. For Valentine’s Day, have some strawberry cake in a jar.

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Yes, it’s a cake in a jar. Don’t ask me how this was made. And it has a red heart on top.

74. I call this Valentine’s Day delight, “Death by Chocolate.”

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It’s a cake smothered in every kind of chocolate you can think of. And it’s topped with white heart.

75. Nothing makes a better addition for your Valentine’s Day dessert platter than some flying heart cupcakes.

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Wings seem to come in red, pink, and white. Not sure what they’re made of. But I think this is a clever idea.

76. Anyone who loves Valentine’s Day will love these Cupid cookies.

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These use gingerbread man cookie cutters but they’re in red velvet. Nevertheless, they’re adorable.

77. Valentine’s popcorn makes a lovely snack.

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However, before I’d eat this, I’d take out the candy hearts first. Flavored sugar chalk is disgusting to say the least.

78. You can’t have a great Valentine’s Day dinner without some heart salad.

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Contains hearts among tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and carrots. However, you might want to remove the toothpicks before you eat the tomatoes.

79. This plate of Valentine’s Day sushi contains pink hearts.

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Wonder how they got the heart in this sushi. Perhaps it’s better not to dwell on it too much.

80. A cake like this is bound to have kisses all over it.

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However, I assure you it’s perfectly safe to eat. Because I’m positive whoever made this used stamps for the imprints.