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A Sweet Summer Bash for National Peaches and Cream Day

A Sweet Summer Bash for National Peaches and Cream Day


There’s no better way to kick off summer than with a celebration of juicy peaches and rich cream. June 21st is National Peaches and Cream Day, and we’re serving up a whole lot of sunshine in the sweetest way possible with cake pops and cupcakes that are bursting with fruity flavor and creamy goodness.

This year, we're leaning into our favorite mini dessert makers, the Babycakes Cake Pop Maker and Cupcake Maker, to create four peach-perfect treats you’ll want to make on repeat all season long.

Grab your apron, turn up the summer jams, and let’s bake up some peachy magic!

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Sweet Celebrations for National Strawberry Shortcake Day with Babycakes

Sweet Celebrations for National Strawberry Shortcake Day with Babycakes


There's a day for everything, but National Strawberry Shortcake Day just might be the sweetest of them all. Celebrated each year on June 14th, this day is the perfect excuse to indulge in the summery, juicy goodness of strawberries paired with rich cream and tender cake.

And if you're looking to get creative in the kitchen, there’s no better time to break out your Babycakes appliances — the Cake Pop Maker, Mini Donut Maker, Cupcake Maker, and the ultra-versatile 3-in-1 Treat Maker. These compact powerhouses make it easy to whip up fun, festive, bite-sized desserts in no time.

Today, we’re spotlighting four must-try recipes that put a mini twist on the classic strawberry shortcake.

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How To Make Mini Desserts For National Donut Day

How To Make Mini Desserts For National Donut Day


National Donut Day isn’t just a delicious excuse to treat yourself (though we fully support that too!). It actually has heartfelt roots: the day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to honor the “Donut Lassies,” brave women who served fresh donuts to soldiers on the front lines during World War I. The goal? To bring comfort and a taste of home in the middle of chaos. Since then, Donut Day, celebrated on the first Friday in June, has become a beloved tradition that blends sweet nostalgia with modern creativity.

And what better way to celebrate than by putting a fun spin on tradition?

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Celebrate National Apple Pie Day with 8 Irresistible Twists — Made Easy with Select Brands!

Celebrate National Apple Pie Day with 8 Irresistible Twists —...


May 13th is National Apple Pie Day, and there’s no better excuse to bring the sweet, spiced goodness of apple pie into every part of your kitchen. Whether you’re baking mini pies, creating waffle stick wonders, or air-frying a lighter version of this classic, Select Brands has you covered with the perfect lineup of appliances.

Featuring the Babycakes Collection and versatile Toastmaster Appliances, we’re serving up 8 creative apple pie-inspired recipes that will make this year's celebration the sweetest one yet.

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Flip the Script: 5 Unexpected Ways to Celebrate National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day

Flip the Script: 5 Unexpected Ways to Celebrate National Pineapple...


National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day is April 20th, and we’re flipping tradition on its head — literally. While the classic version is beloved for its caramelized pineapple rings and nostalgic charm, why not get creative this year?

With a little help from your favorite Babycakes® and Toastmaster® appliances, we’re reimagining this retro dessert in five fun and modern ways. From cake pops to waffle stacks and even air fryer renditions, there’s a pineapple upside-down treat here for everyone.

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National Coffee Cake Day: Brew It. Bake It. Love It.

National Coffee Cake Day: Brew It. Bake It. Love It.


There’s something undeniably comforting about the pairing of warm coffee and crumbly, cinnamon-dusted coffee cake. And what better day to indulge than National Coffee Cake Day?

At Select Brands, we’re all about turning everyday moments into delicious rituals. Whether you're crafting the perfect cup of coffee or baking up a nostalgic favorite, we’ve got the appliances to help you brew it, bake it, and love it—from morning to dessert and everything in between. 

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