I bought the sweetest pink striped paper straws the other day and I couldn’t wait any longer to play with them.
Every time I see striped straws used, they make me smile. They just make me happy.
And even happier in these pseudo milkshake cupcakes. Milkcakes anyone? Cupshakes maybe?
Strawberry cake for the shake (I just used a mix I had on hand)
Chocolate ganache for syrup (recipe on this post)
Buttercream frosting for the whipped cream (recipe on this post)
Gumballs for the cherries
And sprinkles for the sprinkles : )
You could also just use syrup for the syrup and whipped cream for the whipped cream, but this way, they won’t melt.
I used these clear silicone baking cups so they would kinda represent frosted glass and also allow you to see the cake color. I found them at Crate and Barrel a while ago. They were perfect for this project.
Place the cups on a baking sheet and fill the cups about halfway with cake batter. You don’t want them to bake too full because you want to have a little space left for the ganache.
I love ganache by the way… By the spoonful… By the bowlful. Who’s with me?
These cups are great, because they are sturdy and hold the weight of the ganache filled right up to the rim. This way, when you add the frosting, you can still see a layer of “chocolate syrup” underneath. Makes them look prettier.
See. Just let the ganache sit for a bit before you fill the cups and spoon a little right on the top of each cupcake. Let it set a few minutes more. It will harden a bit and make adding the frosting easier.
For the frosting, I used a Wilton 2D tip and towered it on top of the cupcake. Add sprinkles after piping each cupcake so they will stick right away.
Lastly cut a paper straw in half and insert it into the cupcake and top it all off with a big red gumball.
Perty.
Speaking of sprinkles. I’d like to give a big hip hip hooray to Mr. Sprinkles. He’s back in full color… different label, but full of color. If you’ve followed the site for a while, you may remember when they switched to only making all natural colors. Mr. Sprinkles just didn’t look right in drab colors. But he’s back. Now if I can only get them to make the original colors. They were/are my favorite sprinkles to use for my cupcake pops. Pastel and perfectly delicate. Check out this old post if you want to see what I’m talking about.
In the meantime, I still heart you Mr. Sprinkles. You helped make these cupcakes super cute.
Kiss. Kiss. Cake for two.
Okay, so I didn’t just buy myself these pink straws.
I also bought a bunch of other colors, too. Yellow and green and black and red/blue striped straws.
Want to win some?
Ok. Let’s play a guessing game for fun.
Enter for a chance to win some happy striped paper straws.
1. Leave a comment below on this post. Just take a look at the photo below and try to guess which straw is the shortest. One of them is. I have a picture to prove it that I’ll show when I announce the winner.
2. I’ll pick one winner at random. The winner gets a bunch of straws in the color they guessed. And if the color they guessed also happens to be the shortest straw, then they’ll get a bunch of straws in all the colors. (Red/blue, green, pink, yellow, and black.) Fun. Fun.
3. Deadline to enter is Monday, January 10th at 7 pm ET. The winner will be announced sometime Monday evening on this post. SORRY, TIME’S UP. WINNER ANNOUNCED BELOW.
Good Luck.
P.S. I bought the paper straws from Bake it Pretty if you need some of your very own. Plus, they also have polka dot straws. Too cute.
Okay, I picked a winner.
Let’s see who it is…
YAY, Merry!
You just won some paper straws. You’re guaranteed the pink ones. Merry, I promise they’ll make you happy.
Now, let’s see which color straw was the shortest.
Drumroll, please.
Green was the shortest.
I’m so sorry Merry, you didn’t pick the right color but, I’m also nice… I want you to have all the colors anyway.
Come on, you guys knew I was going to do that… right?
Congratulations Merry.
I think pink!
Green!!
The black and white one is the shortest.
Red and Blue! Love them!
Green.
I think the black is the shortest! These are so cute!
Red and blue!!! Forgot my Email on my other comment!
I will take yellow..
pink!
THE BLACK and WHITE ONE!!!
I think Pink is the shortest!
I think it is the yellow one! Very cute.
I’m guessing green- not just because it looks short… :)
I am gonna go with yellow
Black!
Gotta be green!
My vote is for black and white. Those straws are SO cute. Today I’m making the alien cake pops from your cookbook for my son’s birthday.
I think the red/blue straw is the shortest. And if we’re voting on names, I like Cupshakes! Too cute!!
Green!!
Pink!
I think the the black one might be the shortest. Also, I LOVE your nail polish! it’s so fun!
My guess is Pink.
Yellow.
I’m going to guess yellow!
GREEN! Green is the short one, no?
My guess is the black and white stripe being the shortest. I finally realized how to post comments on your site. I love the site and have used many recipes that you’ve posted. I also have and love your cake pops book. Thanks!
Yellow!!! :) Too cute!
Black!
green!
I’m gonna guess the pink one is the shortest.
Oh these are cute! And yes, paper straws are awesome!
Amazingly cute! I want all the colors:)
I am going with my fav color–greeeen!
Super cute straws :)
The black one!!!
They are all absolutely perfect for all kinds of projects I have in mind! Just out of the process of elimination, I am picking the pink one and crossing my fingers!
It’s gotta be the pink one!!
I’m going with green!
I bet its that black straw…
PS Love the nail polish.
I’m guessing pink, and I contemplated this for a good 2 minutes. Love the cupcakes!
Love Love this idea – – may use it for my son’s Valentine’s Day party for school.
I’m thinking the BLACK is the shortest!
I’ll guess that pink is the shortest…
Yellow is the shorty!!!
bLaCk!
those are soooo cute
i am thinking the black one is the shortest!
I guess….BLACK!
the black one!!
Yellow is the shorty!!!!!
I’m guessing the black straws. These are adorable and suddenly I want a bowl full of ganache and a spoon… :)
Consumed: My Culinary Adventure
YELLOW :) :)
I think the black straw is the shortest!!
the green straw
I choose the red and blue one.
I’m going to guess the red and blue one’s the shortest, just because it’s too cute!
PPPPink!
black and white is my guess!
I’m guessing the red, white and blue one. Too cute!
I pick the pink one. Very cute. :)
BTW, thank you for the link to that fantastic site! I make and sell candy and other foods and crafts and am always looking for new cute and creative ways to package things. I am absolutely in love with everything on that site!
I am thinking that the pink and white ones are the shortest!
I think it’s the black one:)
I think black is the shortest.
Green.
Black is def the shortest!!
The Blue and red ones are the shortest. They are so cute. I will have to go out and buy all the colors if I don’t win.
I am thinking that yellow is the shortest!
I am going to go with the green straws. I would want all the colors and polka dots too! Too cute.
The yellow one! I love your blog and look forward to seeing more :)
Since you are leaning the black one, I will say the red and blue!
I think the pink straws are the shortest!
black!!
Yellow (because who can tell, and it’s my favorite color!).
P.S. that nail color is awesome!
I think the black and white one is the shortest.
Very cute! The black and white one.
i am going to say Pink :)
My guess is the green straw! What fun!
How stinkin’ cute!! I’m going to say the yellow one. :)
It’s the pink!
I’m gonna have to say black & white one.
I think it’s the BLACK!
I hope it’s the pink and blue striped!
Yellow!
Blue & Red is the shortest I think! :)
These are adorable! Can’t wait to try my hand at making these adorable cupcakes!!!
I guess the black one.
I’m guessing pink!
I believe yellow is the shortest….Just in case I don’t win any, I will be ordering some from Bake it Pretty! P.S. I love the nails!
I’d say black :)
Those little things are too cute!
My guess is yellow is shortest. :)
1) I think the red, white and blue one is shortest, and 2) LOVE the nail polish!
yellow.
Red, white and blue!! And am I allowed to win? I’m a tween. But can my mom win??? And do you win all of the straws, or just one color?
I *LOVE* the red/blue straws. And the “cupshake” idea is beyond adorable!
definitely the black one!!
I think the Black is the shortest..although I like the green the best!
Pink is the shortest!
Black and white!
Green??!! Those are so cute!
GREEN!
PINK!! These are darling!!!
I am going to say the black one.
The black straw!!
The black and white one! too cute!
It’s gotta be the yellow one.
Adorable! I think pink is the shortest.
Pinkie pie is the shortest…..btw thanks for allowing me some sanity in my crazy life!!! I love your blog and pops!!!
Has to be the green… ???
the red and blue one!
My guess is yellow :)
Hmmmm….yellow! :)
The super cute black one!
So cute. My guess is black and white
Yellow!
I think the black straw is the shortest and I LOVE your site. :O)
PS, PICK ME. Please. :O)
I’ll say PINK:-) just cause it is so cute:-)
red white and blue!
yummy looking cupcakes!
The black one is the shortest.
Too cute! I guess the shortest straw is the black one!
I’m guessing pink!
Black and white is the shortest. :)
I say green ‘n white! Great nail polish
Have to guess the pink straw. Very cute!
My guess is for the red, white and blue straw.
I’m going to guess the black straw is the shortest!! :)
Black
Yellow. love the straws.
red & blue?
Black!
I think it is the black and white one… CUTE cupcakes!!
I think pink is the shortest straw! Ugh now I’m trying to think of a way to work these into the wedding lol!
wow i’m the 3,060th comment! i think it’s the red and blue!
It’s pretty obvious….the green is the shortest.
My guess is the black one! I love love love Bake It Pretty! I’ve been stalking their website for months, but haven’t been able to buy anything yet! Good luck to everyone! Cheers!
The Black and White one is the shortest
yellow is shortest!!
my guess is the yellow
The pink one!!!
Pink! They’re electronically calling to me (and my daughter loves pink).
Pink baby!
PINK!!
I love all your cute little desserts! I’m going to get pleasantly plump while trying all the recipes this week during vacation =)
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.I think its ze orange one >_< thanks for sharing with us!
The pink, I think!
I’m guessing that the black straw is shortest! These have to be the cutest things ever!
Green!
I think it’s the black straw….these shakes are adorable and the next thing I’ll be trying…
Yellow :)
I hope it’s yellow because I have the perfect baking idea in mind and the yellow would fit absolutely perfectly! :)
yellow?
I’m guessing the Yellow One! These are great!
I think the black one is the shortest — these are too cute!
Pink! <3 These!
I’ll go ahead and guess the red/blue ones. But I must say, the green are my favorite!
Love your cupshakes, Bakerella!!! They are super cute!!! I’m going to guess it’s the yellow straw that is the shortest.
I guess the black straw!
I think the black on is…
I’m guessing Pink!
Love it!!! My favorite would be pink! Perfect for Valentine’s Day! :)
Oh, what we do for paper straws! lol! I guess….green
Yellow is the shortest. Love your website!
Black is the shortest :)
Yellow!
pink :)
I think the black is the shortest. These straws are just the cutest things!!
GREEN!!!
I’m gonna have to go with the pink one!! ;)
I think the pink one is the shortest. Love these cute little cupshakes…
I vote Green! *Those cupcakes are SO cute!
LOVE YOUR NAIL POLISH! Yellow the shortest?
yellow!!!!!!
I’m going to guess pink because it’s my daughter’s favorite color.
The black one . . . how fun would these be for our last day of school root beer floats!
Yellow. No, pink. No, yellow. Yes, definitely Yellow. (I think)
Green
Black one is the shortest.
Very cute post!
Hopefully I’m not too late, I don’t know If I’m allowed to enter since I live in Belgium , Europe.
But I guess the black one!
Tine
I’ll have to say Black!
Yellow and white.
My guess is the black one.
I say the Black one is the shortes!
The shortest is pink. Thank you!! I love your site!!
***PINK***
Red and blue!
the black and white straw
i think the shortest is the Red/Blue & white. And i love the cupcakes, they’re soooo cute!
I’m going with the yellow!!!
i think pink is the shortest. i love the cupcakes and straws!
My guess is green!
I think the yellow is the shortest. They are all so cute!!!
Pink!!!!
Green!
The red , white and blue one.
pink!
I think the black one is shortest.
Red and Blue!
I’m guessing yellow, cause I want the yellow ones! :)
Yellow
pink is the shortest.
The red, white & blue one!!!
Also where did u get ur nail polish?? It’s beautiful! (still think black is the shortest) hehe
I love Bake it Pretty! I’m guessing the black and white one!
pink!
Pink!
Also, love your nail polish! :)
>.< forgot to put the color! I think black is the shortest :)