Crazy Critter Cupcakes

Crazy Critter Cupcakes
70 min.
24
205kcal

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Welcome to the whimsical world of Crazy Critter Cupcakes! These delightful treats are not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight that will bring a smile to anyone's face. Perfect for birthday parties, family gatherings, or just a fun afternoon baking session, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Imagine biting into a moist, chocolatey cupcake topped with rich, creamy frosting, and adorned with colorful candies that resemble butterflies and ladybugs. Each cupcake is a canvas for your creativity, allowing you to unleash your inner artist as you decorate them with your favorite sweets. The combination of flavors and textures will leave everyone craving more!

With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 cupcakes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning. The recipe is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a fun baking adventure that will fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and your hearts with joy!

Ingredients

  • 1.7 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder 
  • 0.5 cup shortening 
  • cup water 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  eggs 
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 
  • serving m&m candies assorted
  • 0.7 oz decorating gel black

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Beat all ingredients except frosting, candies, cookies and decorating gel in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fill cups 1/2 full.
  4. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean.
  5. Remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  6. Spread with frosting. Decorate with candies to look like butterflies and ladybugs .

Nutrition Facts

Calories205kcal
Protein3.64%
Fat35.58%
Carbs60.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.88
Glycemic Load
13.54
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.11260872561%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.16mg
Epicatechin
3.52mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.02kcal
10.25%
Fat:8.46g
13.02%
Saturated Fat:2.48g
15.48%
Carbohydrates:32.53g
10.84%
Net Carbohydrates:31.45g
11.44%
Sugar:23.84g
26.49%
Cholesterol:13.73mg
4.58%
Sodium:144.44mg
6.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:4.5mg
1.5%
Protein:1.95g
3.9%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.75%
Selenium:4.55µg
6.5%
Copper:0.12mg
6.17%
Iron:1.01mg
5.62%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.95%
Phosphorus:46.54mg
4.65%
Folate:18.37µg
4.59%
Fiber:1.08g
4.34%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.09%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.01%
Magnesium:15.38mg
3.85%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.88%
Potassium:78.9mg
2.25%
Vitamin K:2.35µg
2.24%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.92%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.33%
Calcium:13.28mg
1.33%