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Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Flavors of Fall


EDIT ON 11/13/2009: I've had a lot of people ask where I got this stencil. I got this particular one from a scrapbook fall package from years ago.

Embellish your favorite fall dessert with powdered sugar and a stencil! It is super easy and extra cute. Just press your stencil firmly yet gently onto your cake/bread and shake the sugar all over. Carefully lift the stencil and Ta Da, beautifully done!

This is a Pumpkin Ribbon Cake that I make each season. It is moist pumpkin with a thin ribbon layer of cream cheese.

I use a Pampered Chef recipe. You can easily use your favorite pumpkin or spice cake recipe. Then for the ribbon layer simply mix 8oz softened cream cheese (I use light) with 3/4 cup sugar on high speed. Spread the cream mixture on 1/3 of your cake batter in the pan. Spread the remaining batter over the cream mixture and bake as your recipe directs.



AND...ONE MORE!....


Cinnamon Cream Syrup for a Sunday morning of Apple Pancakes
The boys couldn't get enough of this dessert breakfast! Please don't eat for the rest of the day, these calories will last you awhile.
It is thicker than most syrup....

Both of these recipes are found on (my favorite!!) at AllRecipes.com.

Click on these links to view:
Cinnamon Cream Syrup

Apple Pancakes




A little Autumn on our kitchen counter...
Enjoy your Fall Goodness!

This post is linked to:
Works for Me Wednesday
Foodie Friday

59 comments:

  1. b.November 11, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    that cake looks so moist! im craving a piece right now!

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  2. Tammy @ tinselshop.comNovember 11, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    How yummy! That is a beautiful stencil. I just love pumpkin and am always looking for new recipes!

    Best wishes,
    Tammy

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  3. Ruby Red SlippersNovember 11, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    That cake sounds, and looks so yummy!
    I will be doing this...Thank you for the inspiration...

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  4. Judy@cutest-little-things.blogspot.comNovember 11, 2009 at 2:29 PM

    Love your stencil, Lisa! Where did you get that!? The recipes sound divine! I'm always looking for new fall ones! And I love your fall kitchen display!

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  5. KirstyNovember 11, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    My mom used to use the stencil trick on melktert a fabulous South African dessert-my favourite thing that she made. It was so pretty and so is yours! Thanks for the happy memory.

    Those recipes sound blissfully decadent. My mouth is literally watering. My diet is quaking..

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  6. Kelly MillerNovember 11, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    It's almost too pretty to eat. Almost is the operative word!

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  7. laterg8rNovember 11, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    what a terrific idea - that looks wonderful :D

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  8. Gypsy HeartNovember 11, 2009 at 6:00 PM

    Just found your blog and am I glad! The cake looks delish and I will definitely try it.

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  9. BeccaNovember 11, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    Yummy! Your food posts just about kill me! They always look so good.

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  10. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionNovember 11, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    Gorgeous! Just Gorgeous!

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  11. JamieNovember 11, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    Seriously why can't you live close to me so I can eat all your goodies! They all look soooo yummy!

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  12. KateNovember 11, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    Lisa

    Such a yummy post I love it thanks for sahring such amazing ideas!! Love the previous post as well

    Have a great week
    Kate

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  13. Jennifer HarrisonNovember 11, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    Hello! Just stumbled across your blog. I love the stencil and would like to know where you found it... if you can share.

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  14. Traditions By The SeasonsNovember 12, 2009 at 4:44 AM

    Oh my goodness, that looks AMAZING! You did a great job on the cake. Love your fall decor.

    Thanks for commenting on my blog, I appreciate it! *smile*

    Hugs,

    Liz

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  15. Jess @ Frugal with a FlourishNovember 12, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    Love the stencil idea! That is brilliant!

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  16. Karen at Nittany InspirationsNovember 12, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    Pancakes are my husband's favorite breakfast. I'll try these and the syrup. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. MichelleNovember 12, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    I love the powdered sugar and stencil design, very simple but looks great!

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  18. DoreyNovember 12, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Yum! The cake looks so gooood. I like to put powdered sugar on top of brownies. I don't have any stencils though, I usually use cookie cutters if i want a fun design. =)

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  19. JennyNovember 12, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    Clever and lovely idea. Thank you for sharing it!

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  20. Tammy@InStitchesNovember 12, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    That sounds good ! And it looks cute too......

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  21. {Bellamere Cottage}November 12, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    Mmmmmmmmmmmmm............that looks yummy........and BEAUTIFUL...How clever. I could even do this. Your fall counters are lovely too.

    Warm blessings,
    Spencer

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  22. Clueless_MamaNovember 12, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    Okay, now I am starving! I love anything pumpkin and what a cute idea with the stencil. LOVE IT

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  23. nannykim/spindlecottageNovember 12, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    cool, but where do you get the stencil??

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  24. Miller Racing FamilyNovember 12, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    I love the stencil! Anything pampered chef is good in my book. In fact this coming week I am going to a pc party. Lets say damage will be done.
    Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  25. Miss Mustard SeedNovember 12, 2009 at 3:36 PM

    I love the powdered sugar stencil. Such a cute and simple idea to spruce up a dessert.

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  26. JaneNovember 12, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    Hi Lisa
    This cake looks so yummy! I love that it is not lathered in sweet frosting. I love using stencils...but had forgotten to do so. (I rarely bake anymore, now that the boys are gone...and my waistline doesn't need the extra calories!!!)

    Please take a minute to read my Honest Scrap post... You have been tagged with the Honest Scrap award...the directions are in the post. I was asked to choose 7 people who have encouraged me and made me smile...and I have chosen you. I love reading your reading about you and your family. Please take a few minutes and share about you...
    Jane (artfully graced)

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  27. Kim @ Cheap Chic HomeNovember 12, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    Ohh! That pumpkin cake looks great. I want to give that one a try.

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  28. susanNovember 12, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    I am all for anything that is this pretty and easy. Where do you buy your stencils! The cake and the syrup look divine!

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  29. Jean StockdaleNovember 12, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    The cake is beautiful! What a perfect dessert.

    Thanks for stopping by and commenting. A thankful heart must be cultivated-it does not usually come naturally to us! Blessings.

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  30. Nancy JaneNovember 12, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    That cake is a work of art, and looks luscious to boot!

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  31. Fabulous Finds GalNovember 12, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    That cake is amazing!

    Christina
    Fabulous Finds Gal

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  32. The Quintessential MagpieNovember 12, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    Lisa, that stencil idea is as clever as can be! Love it! And it has the added advantage of being powdered sugar... you can put that on just about anything, and I love it, and these all look delicious AND pretty.

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  33. SavoringTime in the KitchenNovember 12, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    I love pumpkin anything! What a beautiful way to dress up a dessert!

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  34. JoyceNovember 12, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    It looks like a work of art with the stencil. I always forget to take out my pack of Martha Stencils. Thanks for reminding me.
    Joyce

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  35. Melissa MillerNovember 12, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    Oh Lisa I'm getting hungry looking at all of your lovely goodies. Yum!

    I'm not sure if that is the lake you are speaking of. Hmmm?
    I found the photo doing a google search for relaxation. It sure is pretty though. Lucky you for visiting it! ~Wow! :)

    Many Blessings, ~Melissa :)

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  36. Melissa MillerNovember 12, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    I see the precious photo of your boys at the bottom! Oh my goodness girl they could not be any more adorable. Lucky Mommy! *Smiles*

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  37. BonBon Rose Girls KristinNovember 12, 2009 at 10:47 PM

    Is there anything you can't do you domestic goddess?

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  38. TootsieNovember 12, 2009 at 11:17 PM

    girl...that is the best idea ...a stencil...I never would have thought that!!!
    I am SO going to try this when I bake next time...I even wrote it down! lol
    have a great weekend if I don't get back here before!

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  39. michelle@somedaycraftsNovember 13, 2009 at 12:29 AM

    I totally forgot about that technique! Thanks for reminding me!!! Would you ever want to guest post to get you more traffic and followers. Let me know at michellejohnnie@gmail.com

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  40. Ramirez FamilyNovember 13, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    I left you an award on my page, go check it out =)

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  41. Kathleen GraceNovember 13, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    The pumpkin cake is calling my name! I just need to get my oven fixed (It died Monday!) so I can make this:>)

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  42. Blue Creek HomeNovember 13, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    My mouth is watering for a bite (that means a big piece) of that pumpkin cake!!
    I make one that is pretty much the same, but I roll it. This looks much easier. I must try it!
    Rhonda

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  43. Faded PlainsNovember 13, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    Yum....that cake looks so good...and the powdered sugar stencil looks darling.

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  44. Mary BergfeldNovember 13, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    What a gorgeous looking cake! Thanks for sharing the technique with us. Have a great day.

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  45. Patricia @ ButterYumNovember 13, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    What a stunning stencil design - very nicely done!

    :)
    ButterYum

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  46. JenniferNovember 13, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    Mmm. Deliciousness. =)

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  47. AnonymousNovember 13, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Aww you are so sweet! thank you so much!

    These cakes look SOOOO good! I'm dying for something sweet! PMS like a champ and those pictures did not help!!!

    Hope you have a great weekend!!

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  48. joyh82November 13, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    Did the stencil come from pampered chef too? I love it, very pretty.

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  49. Anita@TheycallmejammiNovember 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    Great idea...and the cake looks very moist and yummy...I'll bet that cream cheese ribbon gives it just the right flavor kick.

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  50. SharonNovember 13, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    I always wondered about how to create those stencils... it looks so beautiful and so simple. I'm gonna give it a whirl!

    thanks for the good tip!

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  51. UnknownNovember 13, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    I love the idea of the stencil on top, and with the cream cheese WOW!!!
    Geri

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  52. UnknownNovember 13, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    that cake looks so good!

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  53. LynnNovember 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM

    Your powdered sugar design on the cake is just gorgeous. Makes me want to rush out to the kitchen and make a cake just so I can make it pretty like that :) Thanks for the inspiring idea.

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  54. KristinNovember 13, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Wow! Love those recipe ideas and the powdered sugar stencil. How much fun is that!!

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  55. cavemanNovember 14, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    I jumped on this am to see the post above this one. Then I noticed that picture of the Cinnamon Cream Syrup... Stopped me dead in my tracks. Did I mention wanting pancakes tomorrow?

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  56. sweetjeanetteNovember 20, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    oh my! I'm definitely going to have to try your pumpkin ribbon cake!....and those acorn cookies were too cute in your farewell to fall... Thanks for sharing!

    sweetjeanette.blogspot.com

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