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Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Mice In The Kitchen!

Hey everyone! I shared these cute little candy mice last Halloween but wanted to repost them in case someone hasn't seen them. They are simply melted chocolate chips, a maraschino cherry, Hershey Kiss and almond slivers. I used a dab of black food coloring gel for the eyes.
I have to laugh at the difference between my sons, I had a cupcake on each plate...
The oldest sat down and moved the cupcake off to the side until after dinner. The youngest sat down and immediately popped the mouse into his mouth, took a couple bites then (with a mouth full) asked "it's ok to eat it right???"

I've seen directions for these many places on the internet:
1. Melt chocolate chips.
2. Dip the cherry and place on wax paper.
3. Attach the kiss. Hold it in place for a few seconds until it sets. 
4. Dip the tip of the almonds in melted chocolate, attach, and let dry.
5. Add the eyes with a toothpick. (could use a little melted white chocolate for eyes too)
Folks usually make them at Christmas, 
but I think they're great for Halloween too.
And of course, they'd make a cute addition
to a charcuterie board any time!

Have a happy day:@)
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59 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Looks awesome :)

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  2. Sissie's Shabby CottageOctober 4, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    OMG, these are the cutest mouse cupcakes ever! My son would eat his right away too.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  3. Anita Rowe StaffordOctober 4, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I have seen them at Christmas, but they look very cute for Halloween too! I had not thought of using them now, good idea!

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  4. TexWisGirlOctober 4, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    too too cute!!!

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  5. A Kitchen WitchOctober 4, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Thanks for re-posting...had not seen them. They're adorable!

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  6. OliveOctober 4, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Oh gosh, I want one right now and I am full of pizza.

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  7. Sherri B.October 4, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    These are the cutest..I think you've outdone yourself this time!! Love it!

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  8. www.thewhitefarmhouse2.blogspot.comOctober 4, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Those are so cute! They sound very easy to make also. I made ones out of cheesecake and had them all over the table at Christmas last year. That is funny how your two sons are different. Boys!

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  9. Chatty CroneOctober 4, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Now girl, those are my kind of mice! sandie

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  10. Linda @ A La CarteOctober 4, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    These are even cuter for Halloween I think! Love them!

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  11. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiOctober 4, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    The chocolate mice are adorable! I would probably want to eat my cupcake first, too! ;)

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  12. Ann@A Sentimental LifeOctober 4, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    those are so darn cute! and they look yummy too!

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  13. scrambledhenfruitOctober 4, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I've made these little mice many times, but I never thought to put them on cupcakes. Brilliant! They make a perfect topper. :)

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  14. Barbara F.October 4, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Life IS uncertain, so eat dessert first! xo

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  15. Yvonne @ StoneGableOctober 4, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Lynn, Such adorable little critters. Thanks goodness they are ones to eat and not ones' that run around the fields outside!
    I'm going to try this the next time I make a cake or cupcakes. They seem so easy and have a big wow factor!
    Yvonne

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  16. LaOctober 4, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    These look so great. I can't put dessert on the table until after dinner because Dad will eat it and not dinner.

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  17. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Too cute for words! I looove maraschino cherries ;)

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  18. LeahOctober 4, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Yummy! I haven't seen these before either, so I'm really happy I came across your tutorial. Thanks!

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  19. Time2EatYallOctober 4, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    I saw the title and I was like "ew" then I saw the photo and I was like "oh"...very cute indeed. I like the little mice cupcakes!

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  20. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Oh, Lynn, you're too much! These little mousies are darling! You are so good and creative! Love your little story too! ;)
    I just may have to try these for one of my church ladies - what a conversation starter these would be!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  21. Lori EOctober 4, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Definitely cute. I would have a hard time waiting for you to photograph them too.

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  22. bjOctober 4, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Way cute, Lynn..:))

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  23. From the KitchenOctober 4, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    That's a mouse I wouldn't mind in my kitchen!!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  24. Bargain Decorating with LaurieOctober 4, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Those are just sooo cute! Can't wait to make these for the grands. Thanks for the directions. (I'm surprised you don't have chocolate pigs on your cupcakes). Love that your son asked after he ate it!laurie

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  25. SusanneOctober 5, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Another winner! Thanks for re-posting.

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  26. Johanna GehrleinOctober 5, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    Hello Lynn,
    thank you for reposting as I haven't seen them before. This are literally the sweetest mice I ever saw!
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  27. DebbieOctober 5, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Do you know how much money I pay to make sure that I DON'T have mice in my kitchen, Missy?

    Kidding.
    And those are cute!

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  28. HollyOctober 5, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    I've never seen them before and they are so cute. Glad you reposted since I didn't get to see them last year.

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  29. MaryOctober 5, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Mice in the kitchen indeed! These are too cute, thanks for reposting!!

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  30. Carol @ There's Always Thyme to CookOctober 5, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    LOL, I'm with your second son :) They look too good to wait!

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  31. Ricki TreleavenOctober 5, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Call the exterminator! Or just call me!!! I will help you remove those pesky mice from your kitchen!!! ;P

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  32. jeanneOctober 5, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Lynn, your boys must think you rock. I love these cute mice to pieces. I have a friend who loves mice. I am directing her to your post.
    Hugs, Jeanne

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  33. Katie@LeBeauPaonVictorienOctober 5, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Those are the cutest!!!! Thanks for sharing it again....I must have missed it last year!

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  34. GardenOfDaisiesOctober 5, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Squeek!! These little mice are so cute!! I'm with the son who ate first and asked later. :-)
    Chocolate dipped cherries remind me of my SIL, who used to make them every year during the holidays.

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  35. UnknownOctober 5, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    They are tooo cute! I love the ears. I found you on google search and love your blog. I didn't know what to expect when I read the title, but am glad I came over...the title was deceiving! LOL!
    I am now a follower and hope you'll come over and follow us too! We have loads of fun and would love having you join us! Have a good week! Hugs!

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  36. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesOctober 5, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    How cute and delicious looking, Lynn. I'm sure kids especially boys would find these fun to devour. Hope you are having a good week.------Shannon

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  37. KathleenOctober 5, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Cute, cute, cute!!!

    Oh, BTW, Lynn, you should come over to my blog.
    EARL is in trouble!!! And I am not talking a plate of spare ribs! :)

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  38. Grandma Linda's DaydreamsOctober 5, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    These mice are so darn cute! I love your site, the recipes are wonderful, just joined! My 13 yr. old granddaughter likes and collects pigs, even raised them for 4H ! Thanks for sharing your fabulous ideas and food inspiration! Love, Linda

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  39. charlotte's menagerieOctober 5, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    I love the mice! I will need to use something else for the ears because my grandson is allergic to tree nuts.
    Great for Halloween or Christmas.

    www.charlottesmenagerie.blogspot.com

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  40. xinexOctober 6, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Awwww, these are so cute, Lynn..Christine

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  41. Creative Cupcake RecipesOctober 6, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    What a creative, cute idea. I lve the Halloween mice.

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  42. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenOctober 6, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    What a cute idea for cupcakes! My grandkids would love these!!!

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  43. MichelleOctober 6, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    so cute! glad i stopped by from it's a keeper link party!

    ~Michelle
    http://michellebelanger.blogspot.com

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  44. The Fajdich TimesOctober 6, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Perfect for Halloween:)

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  45. ErinOctober 6, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    These are adorable! That would be my kids as well! Ha!

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  46. Jenna @ NewlywedsOctober 6, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    These are so adorable and I could totally do this.

    Thanks for sharing on It's a Keeper thursday, I am co-hosting this week and would love for you to stop by.

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  47. Jenna @ NewlywedsOctober 6, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    ps: I pinned this.

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  48. BonnieOctober 6, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    They are great for Halloween. These are so cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  49. PamelaOctober 6, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Very cute!

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  50. KristenOctober 6, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Those are so fun!

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  51. MichaeleOctober 6, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    You have some lucky boys! That little mouse must taste even better than a chocolate covered cherry.

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  52. MarilynOctober 6, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    love it!!! How creative.. I would LOVE for you to link it to my Pin Inspirational Thursday Linky pweease.. :)) http://theartsygirlconnection.blogspot.com/2011/10/pinspirations-pinterest-inspirational.html.. PS:officially following ya with smiles..:))

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  53. SportsgirlOctober 7, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    They are so cute!

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  54. The Poet HerselfOctober 7, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Those are so cute! Thanks for sharing them! :)

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  55. SavoringTime in the KitchenOctober 7, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Those are about the cutest cupcakes I have seen! I think the mice are perfect for Halloween.

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  56. ShannonOctober 7, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    These are super cute. My kiddos will love these!

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  57. JessaOctober 7, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Oh my goodness these are adorable! Pinning them on pinterest.

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  58. Miz HelenOctober 8, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Lynn,
    These are the most adorable little creatures on your yummy cupcakes! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great week end and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

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  59. DiannOctober 8, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    I am so not letting Lia sit in my lap and look at your blg any more! All I hear is, "Oh Mama! those are so cute! Will you make me some? Today?"

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