Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Holly Berry Cupcakes

I was planning to post these chocolate buttermilk cupcakes with chocolate butter cream frosting and candy holly today.
But it does seem a little late. After all it is Christmas Eve, and chances are, you already know exactly what you're making for dinner. And breakfast. And for dinner tomorrow. Etc. But I still wanted to wish you a very Merry Christmas and tell all of my readers how much I've enjoyed sharing my recipes and random ramblings with you. I have so much more that I want to share in the coming year. (Even in the coming week, and if the Quiet Man doesn't hold me back, even tomorrow.) Thanks so much for being my friends, for trying my recipes and for being interested in my sweet and savory minutia. It's no fun to be thrifty alone; I need my fiesty gang of penny pinchers here at Prudence Pennywise.
In the meantime, a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday to all! And in the words of Tiny Tim, God bless us, every one!
PS Happy Birthday to my Irish twin sister Michelle, the Christmas Eve baby that came home in a giant stocking. I was always so jealous of that big giant stocking. I still am. A little.
Still Coming: Christmas in Italy
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36 comments:

  1. Fantastic Mr. RDecember 24, 2008 at 8:45 AM

    Of course, I still have time to add some cupcakes to my menu! There is always room for dessert you know!
    I thought of Michelle first thing this morning, too, and retold my family of the GIANT baby carrier stocking, too. I always wanted one too. :)
    We all love your blog, even the kids, so keep the recipes coming please. Feliz Navidad!

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  2. The Food LibrarianDecember 24, 2008 at 8:55 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family!!!

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  3. chocolatechicDecember 24, 2008 at 9:03 AM

    Merry Christmas to you too.

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  4. AggieDecember 24, 2008 at 9:36 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family Erin!!

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  5. gigiDecember 24, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your's. Thank you for all your wonderful recipes and help in staying budget friendly. I look forward to learning so much more this coming new year! Christmas Blessings!

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  6. CristineDecember 24, 2008 at 10:46 AM

    Merry Christmas!!! Those cupcakes look fantastic!

    I made your gingerbread and it was awesome! I'm doing a second batch soon!

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  7. UnknownDecember 24, 2008 at 11:43 AM

    I've enjoyed your blog so much and look forward to what you may share in the next year! Your awesome!

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  8. PatsykDecember 24, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    I always look forward to your thrifty recipes! Your posts always make me smile.

    Have a truly wonderful Christmas and enjoy every moment with your family!

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  9. LizNoVeggieGirlDecember 24, 2008 at 12:21 PM

    Lovely cupcakes and family photos!!

    I had no idea that you are a twin - so fun!! :-)

    MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

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  10. PrudyDecember 24, 2008 at 12:33 PM

    Veggie Girl:
    Just an Irish twin. My sister is 10 and 1/2 months older than me. We were in the same grade growing up and everything! Merry Cristmas!

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  11. pamDecember 24, 2008 at 3:52 PM

    Merry Christmas!

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  12. PrudyDecember 24, 2008 at 5:10 PM

    Dear Readers:

    If you think the Quiet Man holds Prudence Pennywise back, you don't know Prudence Pennywise. I just try to hang on for the wild ride!

    Merry Christmas.

    The Quiet Man

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  13. Aunt SpicyDecember 24, 2008 at 6:40 PM

    Erin, you are the best! I am so excited to see what you have in store for this next year!

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  14. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comDecember 24, 2008 at 6:46 PM

    Merry Christmas Prudy! I am so happy to have found your blog this year. Thank you for all of your advice, recipes and ideas. You are amazing. Have a wonderful Christmas with your cute family.

    XOXOXOXOXO
    Jen

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  15. DiDecember 24, 2008 at 7:27 PM

    Merry Christmas! I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday.

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  16. LizDecember 24, 2008 at 10:03 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family! I have loved reading your stories and recipes this year, and can't wait to see what 2009 brings.

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  17. Mary | Deep South DishDecember 24, 2008 at 11:07 PM

    Merry Christmas Prudy!

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  18. Marie RaynerDecember 24, 2008 at 11:42 PM

    Merry Christmas Erin! Lovely looking cupcakes, but lovelier still are those two little angels under your tree!!

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  19. AnonymousDecember 25, 2008 at 12:09 AM

    Oh Erin.. your tree is fabulous, the little .. well mid-sized tots are just darling and your photo looks like it should be on a card!

    Have a fab holiday and thinking of you!!!

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  20. Mary AnnDecember 25, 2008 at 9:28 AM

    The cupcakes look yummy and festive. I wish I had one last night to put a candle in! That is so funny that you were jealous of the giant stocking. I just always thought I got jipped because I never had a full stocking. I am so glad that I found your blog. Merry Christmas! I can't wait to see what you have to offer next year!

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  21. AmandaDecember 25, 2008 at 2:01 PM

    Here's wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas!

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  22. Lisa magicsprinklesDecember 25, 2008 at 8:09 PM

    Wishing you and your loved ones a very, very Merry Christmas!

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  23. anudivyaDecember 26, 2008 at 10:34 AM

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Prudy. Have fun.

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  24. SophieDecember 26, 2008 at 2:11 PM

    Hope you had a lovely Christmas :).

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  25. The Blonde DuckDecember 26, 2008 at 7:47 PM

    Merry Christmas to you! I hope you have a wonderful time!

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  26. graceDecember 27, 2008 at 7:11 AM

    i love your cupcakes, but more than that, i love your daughter's pose. too cute. :)
    hope your holiday season is going splendidly. :)

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  27. AnonymousDecember 27, 2008 at 7:59 PM

    Oh my, those look amazing!

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  28. SharonDecember 28, 2008 at 9:32 AM

    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! I hope you're enjoying the holidays. I'd like a big bite of your festive cupcakes!

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  29. PeggyDecember 28, 2008 at 2:04 PM

    You really inspires me to be a better cook/baker. All your food looks delicious. Hope you had a great Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!

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  30. MichalDecember 28, 2008 at 4:22 PM

    those cupcakes look great for any old day, not just christmas.

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  31. AnonymousDecember 28, 2008 at 6:29 PM

    those are adorable! and I'm sure they're quite delicious.

    hope you had a wonderful holiday.

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  32. JaimeDecember 28, 2008 at 8:13 PM

    hope you had a merry christmas!

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  33. Navita (Gupta) HakimDecember 28, 2008 at 11:03 PM

    Happy Hols dear. First time here n fell in love with ur place, I am new to blogosphere.

    WUd love it if u cud swing by sometime too:)

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  34. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    Oh, I'm so sorry I missed sending you Christmas wishes. I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday filled with smiles and blessings.
    ~Cat

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  35. SwanJanuary 22, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    What did you make the holly leaves from? Just found your blog and love it!

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