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October 13, 2013

Acorn Cupcakes

Acorn Inspired Cupcakes via @tarynatddd

I’ve been watching everyone post their fall décor and recipes and I’m ready to jump on the bandwagon! I know I snuck on here a few times to share my Fall Vignette and Eclectic Fall Tablescape but I have a lot more coming your way. Today, I’m sharing these festive Acorn Cupcakes I came up with, a great treat for a fall dessert table or party.

Acorn Inspired Cupcakes

Ok I’ll admit, all of the almonds don’t make them that easy to eat, but they sure are cute aren’t they?!

These were actually really easy to make so I thought I’d share a quick tutorial with you.

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I started out by making a batch of white cupcakes in brown paper cupcake liners (I’m pretty sure I bought mine at Michaels!) And go easy on yourself and make the box ones! :)

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Then I whipped up a batch up almond buttercream frosting. Super quick recipe of 1/2 cup butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, 2 Tbsp. Milk, and 1 tsp Almond extract. You may need to add a little more powdered sugar to get the consistency that you want.

Acorn Cupcake Tutorial

Now it’s the decorating part. I started by placing one almond upside down to create a little stem. Then start adding almonds in a circular pattern until complete.

And when you get the end, try to have them hang off a little bit to really complete the look.

Acorn Cupcakes via @tarynatddd

And that’s it!

Enjoy this little fall treat!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    October 14, 2013 at 6:16 am

    These look so yummy! And fun! Thanks for sharing.
    Leslie

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  2. Gina says

    October 14, 2013 at 7:32 am

    These are adorable Taryn. I have a little love affair with the brown wrappers :)

    Reply
  3. Mommy on Demand says

    October 15, 2013 at 7:40 am

    How cute are these! Would love for you to come and share and my first linky party! http://mommyondemand.com/create-bake-1-2/

    Reply
  4. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    October 17, 2013 at 5:41 pm

    SOOOOO cute! I could see slivered almonds looking pretty too!

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  5. Momprojects says

    October 17, 2013 at 7:48 pm

    Seriously adorable and healthy right? Well kind of, almonds are good for you:) Thanks for the yummy healthy adorable recipe. consider it pinned!

    Reply
  6. Krista says

    October 22, 2013 at 3:41 pm

    The look like little pinecones! So cute and very creative.

    Reply
  7. Kelly says

    October 22, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    Super cute! How fun would these be at Woodland themed party or shower? Pinned, Stumbled and Tweeted :)

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  8. Kara says

    October 23, 2013 at 7:51 am

    These are darling Taryn! I love almonds, so I’m sure I would love them!

    Reply
  9. Leslie Lambert says

    October 23, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    Absolutely adorable project…I love this idea! This would be great to link up to Create It Thursday #25…it’s live now! Hope to see you there!

    Reply

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