Lion Cupcakes – Roarrrr!

Lion Cupcakes are a fun and creative way to engage kids in baking and decorating. They make a great addition to birthday parties or themed events.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Lion Cupcakes – Roarrrr!

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Baking, Dessert Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• optional few drops Yellow food coloring
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Mini chocolate chips
• 12 pair Candy eyes
• 12 inch Black licorice laces

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. If desired, add a few drops of yellow food coloring to the batter and mix well.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and enough water to make a thick glaze.
10. Dip the top of each cupcake into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off.
11. Place two candy eyes on each cupcake to create the lion's eyes.
12. Cut the licorice laces into small pieces and insert them into the cupcakes to make the lion's whiskers.
13. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of the glaze to resemble the lion's mane.
14. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
15. Enjoy your Lion Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.