The inspiration:  Once upon a time this little baker was in the corporate world, and loved nothing more than sipping “Arnie P’s” (aka lemonade and iced tea) while taking a 3pm coffee (or in my case, tea) break.  The tangy and tart flavor of the tea and lemonade is so refreshing and makes me feel like I’m really stirring up my typical tea drinking for the day.  So, why not combine the best things about the beverage into a baked good?  I just wasn’t sure my customers would go for it, so I put it to a vote and wahh-laa, the crowds chose Arnie P!

The outcome:  I took lemons, but instead of making lemonade I made curd (btw- why is that word so terrible sounding when the product taste so good).  The tart curd is swirled into the center of a moist and light vanilla cake.  This sweet duo is then topped with a perfect-matcha (haha- get it?) green tea buttercream.  This mini cupcake is the best of both worlds and I think a sweeter way to look at an old cliche ” When life gives you lemons, make Arnie P’s!”

A bite of summer- Arnie P

Meet Nut N' Better!

Oh Whitney Houston!  Why did you let Bobby Brown get your voice in the divorce? Sigh…

Onwards and sweetwards!  Our oldie but goodie, Treet Formerly Known as a Brownie + PB has a new name:  Nut N’ Better!  Thanks to our customer Kaoru for winning or ”Name That Brownie” poll- now our PB  brownie has a tasty new name that really does it justice!  Hooray for Nut N’ Better! 

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Custom Petit Four Wedding Favors

How many times have you received jordan almonds at a wedding and feared the loss of a tooth upon consumption? There are only so many knick knacks a couple can offer their guests before every little thing becomes “same ol’”. Perhaps consider going the “Castanza” route, and give donations to the “Human Fund” (aka nadda)?  However, I think that may seriously increase the chance of a rock being exchanged for bird seed as you exit that evening. Instead of “things” consider something incredible (custom, artistic, unique) and edible (petit fours, mini cupcakes, cookies)!

Today, Treet was honored to provide a lovely couple their wedding favors- two monogrammed petit fours, in their wedding colors, placed in an environmentally friendly kraft box, and adorned with a matching raffia bow. Simple, elegant, custom and a sweet bite after a great night of dancing!

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Strawberry Shortcake Approved!

Welcome to Stawberryland where the berries & their pals are soaking up Mr. Sun and smelling super sweet! 

If you’re new to the area, I’d skip the visit to Angel Cake she is a bit airy, and Lemon Meringue has been tart ever since Huckleberry Pie wouldn’t let her pet Pupcake.  Blueberry Muffin isn’t quite ripe for conversation, and Apple Dumplin is napping for the next couple of months.

My recommendation is to head straight to the namesake berry of the land, because today she is holding a press conference to announce her endorsement of her new favorite cupcake (in just her size) at Treet! 

Strawberry Shortcake:  “Today is a big day in Strawberryland because today is the day that strawberries were treated equally!  That’s right in Treet’s new Strawberry Shortcake (named after your’s truly) there is a perfect blend of fresh picked strawberries from our neighbors at Westmoreland Farm.  These fresh berries did not have to choose between being blended into the cake or mixed into the frosting.  These fresh berries were gentely folded into both to make an equal berry opportunity mini cupcake for all!  Stawberrilicious!  We will now take a question from our sworn enemies.”

Purple Pie Man:  “If I’m the berry best baker than why did you let Treet use the freshest strawberries?”

Strawberry Shortcake:  “Because we can’t stand the ‘Ratta Ta Ta Tat Tah’!  Who has their own theme song anyways?  Plus we knew that Treet would combine the fresh picked berries with the best local grass-fed cream and sweet Tahitian vanilla to make the yummiest cupcake we’ve seen in Strawberry land since Lime Chiffon visited Key West and things got a little crazy with a Key Lime Pie ”

We hope you’ve enjoyed your visit to Strawberry land!  Don’t forget to purchase our Strawberry Shortcake endorsed mini cupcake for only $1 at treetshop.com!

Fashion for Paws- Petit Four Paws

Treet totally went to the dogs this past weekend…in a good way!

Brownie bones for F4P

We donated “dog-gone-good” brownie bones and paw petit fours for the VIP guests at this year’s Fashion for Paws event, benefiting the Washington Humane Society.  This fabulous “who’s who” fundraiser raised over $300,000 to help support the over 30,000 abused and abandoned pets in the DC metro area.  Treet was so proud to be a part of such a sweet cause!

Petit Four Paws by Treet

Paws for applause for the donors, supporters, and sponsors of this great event!

Marvelous Mocha Cupcake- available at The Cereal Bowl

I’m a fan of breakfast food all day- any day. Cereal is my version of potato chips- I can’t eat just one bowl!

So, I can’t tell you how excited I am about our recent partnership with The Cereal Bowl in Cleveland Park.  Now you can get the best of both world’s: nostalgic breakfast delectables + sweet mini cupcakes!  Visit the store Friday through Sunday to get your mini cupcakes from Treet.  The best part?  The ice cold milk to wash the cupcake goodness down with is conveniently at your finger tips!

DC Bridal Event: A Chic Affair post by The Bridal Wishlist: 

 http://thebridalwishlist.blogspot.com/2010/03/dc-bridal-event-chic-affair_30.html

A Chic Affair Petit Fours

“Green & So Delish: Treet Bakery” by Janice Wallace, Editor of The Bridal Wishlist

I recently had the pleasure of attending “A Chic Affair” last Sunday at the Longview Gallery in D.C. It truly was a chic affair. One of the most memorable vendors was Treet Bakery. I sampled the most delish mini cupcakes, as well as, one of their delightful Pretty Petty Petit Fours.

What was more amazing was Theresa’s (Treet’s Chief Sweetness Officer) commitment to incorporating green practices in her baking by using fresh ingredients from local farms. In addition, Treet packages their goodies in 100% recycled and/or compostable packaging, deliver their “treets” in a hybrid vehicle, and will soon work in an office that will run on clean wind power. For me, Treet Bakery puts its money where its mouth is. That’s my kind of bakery.

To find our more about Treet or just to order goodies for your stash, visit their web site.

Thanks to Katie for allowing me to sit in while she is working hard to make this world a better place. You can see what I am blogging about weekdays on my blog, The Bridal Wishlist. Have a great weekend!