Christmas Tree Cupcakes Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 chocolate cake mix.
02 - Box mix required ingredients.
03 - Red cupcake liners.
04 - 1/2 cup vegetable shortening.
05 - 1/2 cup butter, softened.
06 - 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract.
07 - 4 cups confectioners sugar, sifted.
08 - 2 tablespoons milk.
09 - Green gel food coloring.
10 - Yellow sugar stars.
11 - Candy balls.

# Instructions:

01 - Prepare and bake cupcakes per box.
02 - Cream shortening and butter.
03 - Gradually add sugar, then vanilla and milk.
04 - Add green food coloring.
05 - Pipe frosting in tree shape.
06 - Top with stars.
07 - Add candy ball ornaments.

# Notes:

01 - Use 1M piping tip.
02 - Build frosting gradually.
03 - Can make cupcakes ahead.
04 - Decorate just before serving.

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