Savory Sight: Peepcake!


Updated 05/17/11 4:45 PM · Posted by Yum Community · 11 comments

Peeps Cake Picture

Still wrangling with Easter leftovers, like extra Peeps? Get inspired by eatswimshop's springtime Peepcake — genius! I love Peeps, and a friend of mine really wanted me to make a Peep cake that included actual Peeps (as opposed to a cake that looks like a Peep). I decided to do a two-layer yellow cake with seven-minute frosting... I put Peep bunnies between the two layers and around the Read more

Peeps: Love Them or Hate Them?


Updated 04/25/11 12:07 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

Opinions on Peeps Candy

Peeps may be the most quintessential of Easter candies, but they're possibly also the most polarizing. Their intensely sweet marshmallow interior and brightly colored sanding sugar exterior inspire strong feelings in both camps. Some wait all year for fresh packs of marshmallow chicks and bunnies to arrive in stores, but won't eat them until they're slightly stale and chewy. Others steer clear Read more

Easter Candy Calories


Posted by FitSugar · 27 comments

Calories in Easter Candy

With Easter coming this Sunday, your cravings for Cadbury Creme Eggs, marshmallow Peeps, and fruity jellybeans are probably on the rise. Before you dive mouth first into the chocolate bunny in your Easter basket, check out the calories and nutritional info for your favorite treats. To see the caloric breakdown, read more Read more

10 Interesting Ways to Use Peeps From the Web


Updated 04/12/11 1:47 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 3 comments

Fun Ways to Cook With Peeps

Although Easter is still several weeks away, grocery aisles are filled with the holiday's beloved treats, from Cadbury Creme Eggs to chocolate bunnies. Peeps, the adorable animal marshmallows that are coated in sugar, is one Easter sweet that has a cult-like following. People love to eat them and more importantly, they love to make creative things with them! I've searched the Internet for the Read more

Yummy Links: From Apolo Ohno to 64 Proof Beer


Updated 02/26/10 10:35 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Yummy Links: From Apolo Ohno to 64 Proof Beer

Apolo Ohno likes his coconut chicken curry muy caliente. — Eating Well You knew it was coming: a mashup of Ina Garten's quirky mannerisms. — Gawker Next stop for Guy Fieri: the White House. — Eater National Joel Robuchon savors his first-ever In-N-Out Burger. — GoodBite Even Peeps haters could fall in love with the new chocolate-covered Peeps. — Serious Eats Trust your animal Read more

Yummy Links: From Peep Straws to Sour Cream


Updated 04/15/09 7:22 AM · Posted by partysugar · 2 comments

Yummy Links: From Peep Straws to Sour Cream

This Easter, sip your cocktail from a Peeps straw! — Alcademics Make shredded red chicken curry with rice noodles for dinner tonight. — Serious Eats For perfect buttermilk fried chicken, follow these eight simple steps. — Chow What do you think of the new Sir Mix-a-Lot/SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Burger King ad? — Eat Me Daily Is vegetarianism in teens really an eating disorder? Read more

Unique Uses For Peeps: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 11/16/09 10:01 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 18 comments

Poll: Unique Uses For Peeps Candy

It wouldn't be Spring without seasonal hallmarks such as pastel-colored jelly beans and Cadbury Creme Eggs — and, of course, Peeps. Fans of America's favorite marshmallow delight may want to pick up Peeps: Recipes and Crafts to Make With Your Favorite Marshmallow Treat. DIY projects range from cute and edible (s'more Peeps, Peeps meringue tartlets) to far-fetched (Peeps checkers, Peeps Read more

Yummy Links: From Homemade Peeps to Easter Centerpieces


Updated 04/03/09 10:10 AM · Posted by partysugar · 1 comment

Yummy Links: From Homemade Peeps to Easter Centerpieces

Learn how to make your own adorable marshmallow Peeps! — Twig and Thistle Speaking of Peeps, would you use Peeps-scented lip balm? — Serious Eats A guide to which sauces go best with which noodles. — Chow Salads can be deliciously satisfying even if they don't have lettuce. — Self What wines work with the hard-to-pair asparagus. — The Epi-Log Must make: bacon-wrapped potato bites Read more

Delilicious: Chocolate-Covered Peeps on Sticks


Updated 02/28/10 8:30 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 5 comments

How to Make Chocolate-Covered Peeps For Easter

Inspired by the book Peeps: Recipes and Crafts to Make With Your Favorite Marshmallow Treat, my bakers-in-training and I set out to dress up the colorful Easter staple. I heated chocolate chips in a double boiler, scooped the chocolate into a bowl, and helped my lil ones spread it on Peeps, which we had impaled with Popsicle sticks. The result was a semihomemade treat that would be perfect for a Read more