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No, this fondant bacon isn’t technically a cupcake, but I bet it would make a great cupcake topper, and it’s by cupcake and cake artist Man Bakes Cake in New York City, along with some beautiful flower cupcakes and popcorn cupcakes. All via Man Bakes Cake on Facebook. Can’t say enough good things about them: creative, inspiring and delicious! Contact owner Rudy Martinez at martinez_rudy at msn.com and find out more at manbakescake.blogspot.com

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Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

My sweet cousin & family business partner, Taj, celebrated her birthday today & I surprised her at the office with Champagne & a tray full of these luscious Strawberry Cupcakes.

This recipe is from The Skinny Bitch Ultimate Everyday Cookbook & I am so happy to report that it was written to perfection (I’ve had a few mishaps with their recipes in the past) & the cupcakes were fabulous! The cakes were ridiculously moist from a puree of silken tofu & fresh strawberries, & not overwhelmingly sweet. The frosting was a little thinner than I prefer, but still “buttery” & silky smooth. While nothing compares to the recipes found in VCTOTW (I heart Isa), this is certainly one that will stay in my repertoire. 

Happy Birthday Taj Treva! “I love you more than salt!”