Apple Spice Cupcakes
The recipe Apple Spice Cupcakes is ready in about 45 minutes and is definitely an excellent gluten free option for lovers of American food. This recipe covers 3% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 236 calories, 2g of protein, and 9g of fat. This recipe serves 24. If you have eggs, confectioners' sugar, butter, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it.
Instructions
In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, water, eggs and applesauce on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes.
Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in food coloring.
Frost tops of cupcakes. Insert licorice into centers for apple stems.
Cut gumdrops in half; flatten and pinch to form leaves.
Place one leaf next to each stem.