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Four And A Half Hours Later

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At 8:00 this morning, the alarm went blaring off in my ear, which meant that it was time to get movin’. I had lots to get done!

But four and a half hours later…

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Two batches of Orange Cream Soda Pop Cupcakes were done…

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(with one batch showing its festive side)

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One batch of Cookie Dough Cupcakes were done…

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One batch of Raspberry Filled Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla & Raspberry Almond Buttercream were done…

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Breakfast was eaten in between…

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And I will tell you once more that fresh Farmers Market bread + Blizzard Butter will never get old…

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Ever.

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One Stars & Stripes Cooke Cake was finished…

Copious amounts of frosting were eaten…

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These decadent desserts were cut…

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And I will forewarn you right now…when the recipe comes your way, just know…

They are not healthified in the slightest.

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Which, in turn, meant that one 5-4-3-2-1 Treadmill Routine was accomplished…

And now I’m ready to par-tayy!

Questions for the Day:

Are you more productive in the mornings or afternoons?

What is your favorite treat to bake?

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

Comments

  2. Charlie says

    I love baking granola because it is so quick and easy, & when I have lots of time, I love making something that requires kneading dough :). As for cupcakes, I love frosting them :).
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  4. Dawn @ Blonde on a Mission says

    I'm extremely productive in the morning and then I hit my wall around 1 pm. By 6 pm, I get a second wave of productive energy. My favourite thing to bake is definitely cupcakes. But these totally blow mine out of the water! Those cookie dough cupcakes are to drool for.
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  5. Megan @ Sweet B's Homemade says

    Beautiful cupcakes! I can often be productive in the morning, but since I am not a morning person, it rarely happens. I usually get the productive bug later at night, which I usually take advantage of. I love to bake anything that is sweet!
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  7. Allyssa says

    Those cupcakes look delicious! Especially the cookie dough ones! I'm most productive in the morning. Once lunchtime rolls around I lose all productivity, which is quite unfortunate.
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  9. Jillian says

    Amazing! All of your amazing cupcakes together... if I was at that cookout I would need to be carried out because I would have to eat one of each! Lol... I am most productive in the morning, I become sluggish anytime after 2 PM My favorite thing to bake are cupcakes just because they're so cute and fun to decorate!
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  10. Aine @ Something to Chew Over says

    Wow, they are the cutest cupcakes! I could eat frosting like that all day! I'm usually most productive in the morning but that begins to taper off before lunch :) I love to bake anything really, but lemon cupcakes are probably my favourite as I can have them in the oven in less than 10 minutes!
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  15. Rick says

    Courtney - Seriously the Orange Cream Soda Pop Cupcakes are the best ever. I got them home and couldnt wait until tomorrow. So FAR I still have 11 in the box. :-) Thanks again for making all the goodies for me. You are the best !!!!!!!!!
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  16. Amanda says

    just made your stars and stripes cookie to take to a BBQ tomorrow - thanks for the inspiration! i hope the finished product tastes as good as the batter...
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  17. Janae Jacobs says

    AHHH THOSE CUPCAKES LOOK ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! Great job on your workout!! I want to come use your pool and eat your cupcakes;) I LOVE baking anything with large amounts of sugar and butter!
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  18. Khushboo says

    I am defo more productive in the morning! I was up at 6.30 this morning and felt like I'd had a full day by 11am! I love it as it means afternoon naps are guilt free!
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  19. Ms. Dinner-Dates says

    Wow! You were a busy-bee. I think you could go into business making cupcakes that FAB! I love being productive in the morning! My fourth has been much more relaxing... Check it out: http://dinnersanddates.blogspot.com/2011/07/happy-holiday-weekend.html
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  23. Char says

    I have more energy at night, but I feel like if I get my run in, in the morning then I can be more productive (cause sometimes I lose motivation throughout the day, but once energy is gained at night - if I can wait that long - then I can get some moves in then!). My fave, fave, fave dessert would be vanilla cake or cupcakes. I think ever since I got married and missed having a slice of wedding cake (other than the tiny sliver my husband fed me), I've loved cake. It's like my one thing I would love to have (as long as it's really good cake) if I had to choose a treat!
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  24. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    Whoa... hello Martha Stewart!!! Very impressive work! To answer your question, I'm always more productive in the morning. I can get up early, get a ton of stuff done, and then crash in the afternoon just in time to watch reruns of "Say Yes to the Dress." ;) Priorities, right?!
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  32. Tara Burner says

    those cupcakes have me drooling I wanna make cupcakes....hmmmmmmmmmm maybe since we're not doing anything here today I'll whip up a batch of something!? as far as productive...pretty much all the time...I wake up by 5, go to bed around midnight or 1 so my days/nights all run together! LOL
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  34. Brenda @ Year 25 says

    The cupcakes all look delicious! Btw, I saw a cupcake stand at the farmer's market this weekend and thought of you. People would totally line up to buy your creations! Have you ever thought of selling at a market?
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  35. Helen says

    Even though I am not a morning person, I tend to be more productive during the early hours of the day. Where do you come up with these recipes for your cupcakes? They all look so yummy! I actually made your chocolate pb cupcakes for my co-workers. They were an instant hit and one co-worker even asked me to make more!
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    • Courtney says

      YAY!! My ideas come from all over...existing recipes, favorite combos of mine, accidents! lol :)
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