Apple Tree Cupcakes Kids Will Love
These Apple Tree Cupcakes are adorable, apple-themed treats that are fun to make and delicious, perfect for school or storytime snacks!
Equipment
- 1 Large Open Star Tip Wilton 1M open star piping tip
- 1 Piping Bag
- White Lollipop Sticks cut to 3 to 4 inches one cut stick for each cupcake)
Ingredients
- 12 Double Stuff Oreo Cookies
- 12 oz. Green Candy Melts Wafers
- 12 Cupcakes
- 2 Cups Vanilla Frosting In Green Used store-bought canned frosting
- 12 Tootsie Roll Midgies
- Red Mini M&M Candies 5 to 9 for each cupcake
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Gently press a lollipop stick into the cream center of the cookies. If the cookie cracks, press it back together.
- Melt candy coating according to package directions. If the candy is too thick to pour, add 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening. Stir well. Do not add water. You can add up to 1 tablespoon of coconut oil per bag of candy wafers.
- Dip each cookie into melted candy. Remove the cookie, tapping gently against the side of the bowl, allowing excess candy to return to the bowl. If air bubbles form, pop them with a toothpick. Place the cookie onto the waxed paper.
- While it is still wet, apply 4 to 6 mini M&Ms on each cookie. Allow cookies to set completely. Once cookies are set, twist a Tootsie Roll around the top half (where the cookie connects) of the stem on each cookie pop.
- To decorate the cupcakes, pipe frosting over the cupcakes in a circular direction, working from the center of the cupcake towards the outside.
- Press a cookie pop into the center of each cupcake. Sprinkle the remaining M&M candies around the cookie pop. Enjoy your apple tree cupcakes!
Notes
- Before indulging, read apple-themed stories like "Ten Apples Up on Top" or "Johnny Appleseed" to make the activity both fun and informative.
- Allow children to help decorate the cupcakes. This hands-on activity enhances their fine motor skills and gives them a sense of accomplishment.
- To simplify the process, consider using store-bought cupcakes and frosting. This allows you to focus on the creative aspects without the stress of baking from scratch.
Nutrition
Calories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 1gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 23IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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