Flower Power Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Flower Power Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 3 large eggs, room temperature; 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour; 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup milk; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 1 can (16 ounces) ready-to-spread classic white frosting; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract; Food coloring, optional; 1 package (1.1 pounds) rolled fondant pastel colors multi-pack

Servings: persons

2/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 can (16 ounces) ready-to-spread classic white frosting
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
Food coloring, optional
1 package (1.1 pounds) rolled fondant pastel colors multi-pack

1
In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in lemon zest.
2
Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350u00b0 for 20-24 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool cupcakes for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
In a small bowl, combine frosting, sugar, lemon extract and 2-3 drops food coloring if desired. Beat until smooth, scraping bowl frequently. Frost cupcakes, setting aside some frosting for decorations.
4
Unroll fondant according to package directions. Cut with flower-shaped fondant or cookie cutters. Stack fondant cutouts as desired; use reserved frosting to attach fondant pieces together. Decorate cupcakes as desired.

658

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup shortening, 1 cup sugar, 3 large eggs, room temperature, 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Flower Power 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.

Flower Power Cupcakes

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