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A frosting shot from Babycakes, NYC
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A cupcake frosting shot? Just the frosting? Not even a little sliver of cake on the bottom? You're kidding right?

You probably already know about this crazy cupcake trend; but I just learned about it two seconds ago, and feel compelled to talk about it for a moment. Yes, the cupcake craze continues to flourish in NYC and all around the country. Who would have thought it would last for this many years? New Yorkers are usually more fickle -- except, apparently, when it comes to all things cupcake.

Cute little cupcake boutiques, like Babycakes on the Lower East Side (Broome btwn Orchard & Ludlow), sell the essence of the cupcake in addition to their regular menu. Yes, 75 cents will buy you enough frosting to make you diabetic. I am not kidding. And on the West Coast, Sprinkles has you covered too. They even decorate their frosting shots with toppings.

My advice? Have a protein shot with your frosting shot for a slower burn. ;-)

At Sprinkles in LA, you can have your frosting shot and toppings too!!
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