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Easter Lamb Cupcakes
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Easter Lamb Cupcakes

Cute lamb themed cupcakes for Easter.
Prep Time3 hours
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 628kcal

Ingredients

CUPCAKES:

  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 Eggs

ICING:

  • 1 cup softened Butter
  • 2 tbsp Milk
  • 4 cup Powdered Sugar

CANDY CLAY:

  • 6 oz Dark Chocolate Chips or Wafers
  • 2 tbsp Corn Syrup

Instructions

  • Melt chocolate in microwave by heating for 30 seconds then stirring and repeating process until it is melted and smooth.
  • Stir in corn syrup until well mixed. Mixture will be grainy.
  • Pour onto plastic wrap and allow to set for several hours (until firm).
  • Break off small pieces of the candy clay mixture and knead to soften.
  • Form each into a flattened cube 3/4" x 3/4" x 1/4" tall.
  • To each of these we will attach ears at the top and using a toothpick we will carve in the mouth and nostril area.
  • Also place candy eyes like these ones here and press in place.
  • Allow the heads to set for 30 minutes.
  • Store remaining candy clay by sealing in zippered bag and refrigerating.
  • Bake cupcakes according to box directions.
  • Allow to cool. Cream butter and vanilla in a large bowl
  • Slowly add in the powdered sugar, and milk as needed, until everything is incorporated and frosting is right consistency.
  • Beat for 5 minutes to make sure it is fluffy.
  • Ice cupcakes then decorate tops with sheep heads and mini marshmallow to represent wool.

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Nutrition

Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 61g | Vitamin A: 532IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg