Delightful Easter Lamb Cupcakes with a Twist

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Delightful Easter Lamb Cupcakes with a Twist
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 01, 2024

These Easter lamb cupcakes are a fun and creative alternative to the traditional Easter lamb cake. With fluffy vanilla cupcakes, creamy frosting, and adorable marshmallow lambs, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your Easter celebration.

Ingredients

  • 1 box vanilla cake mix
  • Ingredients listed on cake mix box (eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 bag large marshmallows
  • 1 bag mini marshmallows
  • Edible candy eyes
  • Chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Prepare vanilla cupcakes according to package instructions and let cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Frost cupcakes with buttercream frosting.
  4. To make lamb faces, cut large marshmallows in half and use a dab of frosting to stick on edible candy eyes and chocolate chip for the nose.
  5. Cut mini marshmallows in half diagonally and press onto cupcakes to create lamb's fur.
  6. Place marshmallow lamb faces on top of cupcakes, and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The tradition of making lamb cakes or cupcakes for Easter dates back to the early 19th century as a symbol of spring and renewal.
  • Marshmallows are a fun and easy way to create cute lamb faces for your cupcakes.
  • You can get creative with different decorations for your Easter lamb cupcakes, such as using different colored frosting or candies.