Mardi Gras Cupcakes Recipe
Compliments of Makin' Memories Cookbook
1 (16-ounce) box white cake mix
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
4 1/2 cups light frozen whipped topping, thawed
Yellow food coloring
Green food coloring
Purple food coloring
PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 DEGREES.
1. Line medium muffin tin with paper liners. Set aside.
2. Prepare cake mix according to box directions.
3. Pour half of the batter into medium size bowl.
4. Carefully stir in 9 drops of green food coloring.
5. In other half of the batter stir in 9 drops of yellow food coloring.
6. In each muffin, alternate spoonfuls of green batter and yellow batter, filling the baking cups 3Ú4 full.
7. Bake according to directions on box.
8. Remove from oven and cool completely.
9. Divide two thirds of whipped topping between 2 small bowls. Add 2 drops of green food coloring to 1/3 of whipped topping.
10. Add 2 drops of purple food coloring to 1/3 of whipped topping. Stir gently to combine.
11. Add 2 drops of yellow food coloring to remaining whipped topping. Stir gently to combine.
12. Frost cupcakes with purple, green or yellow whipped cream as desired. Refrigerate.
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