Stella's Sweets by Jackie Dryden

08/31/2026

Remember that beautifully colored pink cake I made with artisan natural flavors and colors? Yes, it was BUBBLEGUM flavor, but the color actually baked out. It looked more like a yellow-ish cake after baked.

Well, anywho, we finally got to celebrate Patsy yesterday, turning 4!!! This little spitfire has been excited to celebrate and looking forward to her birthday party and cake for awhile 🤣. Some life events made her party a little late. Her cake hung out in the freezer during that time, yet was still really moist at the party. Whew! Hailey added the toppers, so Patsy could have them after.

08/29/2026

Today I did a few bakes… some I didn’t take pictures of. I made a few danishes, sourdough, and brioche sourdough. Not pictured GF DF sourdough pumpkins scones with a pecan streusel topping and sourdough GF DF orange chocolate chunk scones. We may have eaten half the pumpkin ones before I popped the rest in the freezer.

I wish it were fall. Doesn’t matter if it’s 90 outside, I’m still going bake stuff with pumpkin.

What are you dreaming of that’s made with pumpkin? 🎃

08/25/2026

Use the Bakebug link to signup for class in Mountain Home. If you’re in Hannibal area and would like to do a class, send me a DM.

This beautiful cake was decorated with fondant I made. In class, you learn how to make fondant and decor to make beautiful cakes and treats too.

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08/23/2026

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We celebrated Thomas’s first birthday and Oakleys 3rd birthday. 🎂 Vintage Pooh was loved by everyone ❤️.

08/17/2026

Quick tools you will need for fondant class- click the link and purchase direct through Amazon. I do earn a small commission off the purchases, which help me create more.

Baking Mat for rolling fondant. This is a large one- which you will need for the bigger projects, like covering a cake in the 2nd class, so might as well buy the big one now. And bonus- it’s inexpensive!!!!

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Also- fondant tools- you’ll need this tool set for cutting, shaping and working with your fondant on smaller pieces. This roller in the set is good for smaller projects.

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For covering cakes, the larger rolling pin is advised to make it easy and not leave marks on your fondant. This would be necessary for our second class.

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Fondant can be fun and taste fantastic!

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08/09/2026

I’ve had several people ask where I buy my organic ingredients. I mostly buy from Azure Standard. I can put items in my cart and checkout. If I forgot something or begin to run low- as long as it’s before the cutoff date (for shipping purposes) I can always add it to my order. Azure carries many many organic items.

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08/02/2026

Attn: Hannibal and Arkansas Friends

With kids heading back to school soon (I know summer is coming to an end way too soon 😭) who would be interested in a class:

FUN WITH FONDANT

I know it gets a bad rap for the taste, but I will give you the recipe I use and how to flavor it to actually taste good!

You can cover cakes with it, use it for decorations, make flowers, and cover cookies.

I would have 2 classes-

The Beginner- recipe, working with fondant, tips and tricks, and simple techniques to make your baked goods look even better.

2nd class- Intermediate- Actually covering a cake in fondant, decorating a cookie with fondant and more advanced tips.

Who’s interested? Pictures are some of my previous creations when I worked mostly with fondant. Even the ballet shoes (not the ties) are edible!!!

07/26/2026

ONE. Only ONE loaf of Coffee Chocolate Chip (mocha chip) extra! Message me or comment here and it’s yours. $13. I can deliver this morning in Hannibal before church if you like!

07/24/2026

Remember the coffee chocolate chip bread I swooned over!?!?! I’m making some more!

I’m also making some jalapeño cheddar and loafs of blueberry!

Want to get in on a loaf or two?? They do freeze really well! Just send me a DM or comment below with the flavor you’d like and how many.

Pickup/delivery will be Sunday morning. Perfect for after church!

Regular $10
Jalapeño Cheddar $13
Coffee Chocolate Chip $13 (vegan and soy free chocolate chips)
Blueberry $15 (organic)

Flour used is organic, and not bromated or fortified.