Seedling Cupcakes
These Seedling Cupcakes are completely edible and look adorable. Made to look like a little plant growing in the dirt, what better way to celebrate the Earth?
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Calories: 245kcal
Cost: Recipe $7.15 / Serving $0.30
Equipment
- Food Processor *optional
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix, prepared according to package directions ($1.80)
- ½ package Oreo cookies ($1.99)
- 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting ($1.58)
- 1 pack fresh mint leaves ($1.78)
Instructions
- Bake. Prepare the cake batter according to the package directions and bake as cupcakes. Allow to cool completely.
- Crush Cookies. Add the Oreo cookies to a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Transfer the crumbs to a shallow bowl.
- Frost. Spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting over the top of each cupcake.
- Coat. Roll the frosted tops in the Oreo crumbs, pressing gently so the crumbs fully cover the frosting.
- Decorate. Insert one mint leaf into the center of each cupcake so it stands upright.
- Serve. Serve immediately or store until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Mint Leaves. Mint leaves are edible but can be removed before eating. Insert deeper with a toothpick if needed.
- Oreos. The cream filling does not need to be removed. Once crushed, the cookies resemble dirt.
- Storage. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 5 days. Add mint leaves close to serving time to prevent wilting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupcake | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg
