Aren't big sprinkles adorable? The only problem is they're so hard to find. And then they're CRUNCHY, which isn't very enjoyable when you're taking a bite of a soft, fluffy cupcake, right? So, I've taken to making them myself. You can make different shapes, but today I really want to show you hearts. (Another phase of mine... Note the My Favorite Find logo, and this year's FC Show poster... :)) Love love love. It's what it's all about! hee hee
So anyway, they're really simple. Simply take a handful of candy melts in your desired color and heat for about 30(+/-) seconds in the microwave to melt:
Stir the melts until all smooth. Transfer mixture into the corner of a large ziploc bag and cut the tip off:
Line a tray with wax paper. Carefully squeeze out heart shapes, one side at a time. Squeeze briefly from the top, angling the heart side to the center, then pulling the shape, without squeezing any more out. Sort of just dragging what you've already squeezed:
Ohhh. So cute! And SOFT, so they won't break your teeth. Hooray!
Make as many as you like. zip. zap. zoom. And you're done! Then, top your favorite treats. Like cookies, sundaes, or cupcakes.
Just one.
Or lots. Why not? We're equal opportunity sprinklers!
.... and with a few sprinkles, she'll change the world.
love these...so cute! xoxo
Posted by: laura panfilio | February 08, 2012 at 02:11 PM
If you wanted the giant "shots" or red "Jimmies", you could run a long, thin pipe up and down the waxed paper, and then take a chef's knife and cut them all at once~!
Posted by: kate | January 19, 2012 at 06:57 PM
You are too clever for words! I love this idea and will try it soon for valentine's cupcakes. I recently found your blog and enjoy the time I spend here with you!
Posted by: KnittingKittens | January 16, 2012 at 05:18 PM
Brilliant!!!!
Posted by: Mermaids of the Lake | January 16, 2012 at 02:03 PM
Now this is an absolutely fabulous idea! Love it!
Posted by: Robin Zaas | January 14, 2012 at 03:33 PM
Awww so adorably cute on a cuppy cake! Love! :)
Posted by: Angela | January 13, 2012 at 09:56 PM
Really cute! And oh so simple :)
Posted by: Jenn (Cookies Cupcakes and Cardio) | January 13, 2012 at 10:07 AM
Ohmygosh! These are so adorable!! I love them. :)
Posted by: Keri | January 12, 2012 at 01:39 PM
This is too cute + simple.
Thank you!
Posted by: Camilla | January 12, 2012 at 01:17 PM
I am sooo pinning this!! ;-)
Posted by: Niki | January 12, 2012 at 11:19 AM
I never thought of that...great idea. I agree, I hate those hard teeth breaking decorating balls...they look pretty but like chewing pebbles.
Posted by: tammyCA | January 12, 2012 at 08:50 AM
I love this! My girls will love it too!
Posted by: Leslie Means @ Her View From Home | January 11, 2012 at 06:54 PM
How fun! Thank you!
Posted by: Katie | January 11, 2012 at 02:13 PM
Your post made me smile. My husband won't ever eat sprinkles because he thinks they're too crunchy. This idea will make a great gift and might make him love sprinkles again. Alright love might be to strong of a word. Like at least.
Posted by: Natalie Stern | January 11, 2012 at 09:53 AM
Brilliant! I love it!
Posted by: Kelly | January 11, 2012 at 09:12 AM
Fabulous idea- love anything mini...but when you add chocolate and hearts....now that is divine.
Posted by: teresa | January 11, 2012 at 07:27 AM
What a great idea - thanks for sharing with all!
Posted by: Lin | January 11, 2012 at 07:19 AM
Really, really cute! And so easy.
Posted by: Jacqueline | January 11, 2012 at 07:12 AM
so cute! thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Linda Poteet | January 11, 2012 at 07:08 AM
What a great idea! We adore sprinkles around here.
Posted by: Rebekah | January 11, 2012 at 06:44 AM
Oh how fun! I am SO going to do this with my girls!
Posted by: Amy G | January 11, 2012 at 05:47 AM
Hello Serena,
Your homemade candy sprinkles are super cute and genius.
Smiles, Paula
Posted by: Paula Parrish | January 11, 2012 at 03:58 AM
What a completely ingenious idea. SO cute!
You totally rock!
Posted by: Kim @ Homesteader's Heart | January 11, 2012 at 03:17 AM
Soooo cute Serena! I will be doing this...
Just came back from Montana through Spokane, was thinking The Farm Chicks, it will be here before we know it!! I'll be there for the 5th year from Florida for sure...
Happy New Year!!
Posted by: SueBee | January 11, 2012 at 02:55 AM
eeeee! This is super cute. Love it Serena!
Posted by: Rukmini | January 11, 2012 at 12:48 AM