Easy Lemon Daisy Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Easy Lemon Daisy Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package white cake mix 2-layer size; 1 tablespoon lemon extract McCormick(R) Pure, divided; 8 ounces cream cheese softened; 1/4 cup butter softened; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 16 ounces sugar confectioners'; 10 drops yellow food color McCormick(R); 18 large marshmallows; decorating sugar; jelly beans; sprinkles Green

Servings: persons

1 package white cake mix 2-layer size
1 tablespoon lemon extract McCormick(R) Pure, divided
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1/4 cup butter softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
16 ounces sugar confectioners'
10 drops yellow food color McCormick(R)
18 large marshmallows
decorating sugar
jelly beans
sprinkles Green

1
Prepare cake mix as directed on package, adding 1 tablespoon of the lemon extract. Spoon into 18 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup 2/3 full. Bake as directed for cupcakes. Cool cupcakes on wire rack.
2
For the Frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, sour cream and remaining 2 teaspoons lemon extract in large bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in food color until evenly tinted. Frost cooled cupcakes.
3
To decorate cupcakes, cut each marshmallow crosswise into 5 slices. Sprinkle 1 side of each marshmallow slice with decorating sugar. Arrange 5 marshmallow petals on top of each cupcake to resemble a daisy, pressing the marshmallows into the frosting. Place jelly beans in the center of the petals. Garnish with sprinkles.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package white cake mix 2-layer size, 1 tablespoon lemon extract McCormick(R) Pure, divided, 8 ounces cream cheese softened, 1/4 cup butter softened, and more.

Yes, Easy Lemon Daisy Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Easy Lemon Daisy Cupcakes

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