Move over Sprinkles, something big has come to the local area. The “Big D” Cupcake Company is getting us hooked on its sweets.

Big D is a cute shop with a southern touch. The shop has a country style and decorations ranging from the big Texas star on the dessert bar to the pink window shutters. The cheerful and uplifting music in the air complements the dainty atmosphere of the place. At first, all you can do is admire not only the adorable decorations, but the case full of many sweets.

After a long while of pondering which you should possibly get, you are guaranteed to find a cupcake (or four) that will satisfy that sweet tooth. Cupcake flavors are rotated each day so when you become a regular, there will always be something new to enjoy. Customers will immediately notice the time and effort put into each item.

The scenery isn’t the only eye-catching thing. Big D decorates each cupcake to match their name and flavor. For example, the decadent S’mores Cupcake is topped with marshmallows and even has a graham cracker layer to it.

Most of the cupcakes have a unique special filling inside. The Caramel Apple Pie cupcake came with a delicious cinnamon apple filling and was even topped with a pastry crisp similar to what you’d expect on an actual apple pie.

The staff is extremely sweet and helpful. The owner, retired teacher Ana Coulter started baking as a side hobby while teaching, but now has opened up her own shop. She is very involved with the customers and even comes out to greet them when possible. With the great customer service and the even better cupcakes to go along with it, you can’t find a better sweet treat spot.

With some advice from the pink-aproned workers, I selected amazing cupcakes and my only regret was not choosing more. The Peanut Butter Cup was my favorite. It was a chocolate cupcake with a peanut butter filling and was topped with Reese’s chocolate.

The display case, with wonders ranging from cake balls, cakepops, cookies, decorative cake and the center of attention, cupcakes, is always stocked with goodies galore. You can’t forget about their delivery cakes. Based on your ideas, Big D will help make a beautiful cake specialized just for you.

Cupcakes are $3. Different size cookies range from $1 to $3. On Wednesday from 4-6 p.m., there is a Happy Hour which features $2 cupcakes. So get on your horse and make sure y’all make it to The “Big D,” located at 5155 Lake Ridge Parkway. It is perfect for your next date, special event or even just your next craving.