Easter Bunny Cupcakes

You can decorate these cupcakes to suit any occasion, or make them into bunnies for Easter.

You will need: For cupcakes: 2 ¼ cups flour 1 1/3 cups sugar 3 tsp baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla 2 large eggs

For decorating:

White icing (use purchased icing if you’re short on time)

Marshmallows (about 12)

Smarties or similar round candies

Liquorice laces or liquorice goodies

Method:

For cupcakes:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
   
   
2. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
   
   
3. Add the shortening, milk, and vanilla. Beat for 1 minute on medium speed.
   
   
4. Add eggs to the mixture. Beat for 1 minute on medium speed. Beat on high speed for 1 minute 30 seconds until well mixed.
   
   
5. Spoon batter into greased muffin tins.
   
   
6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   
   
7. Cool 5 minutes in tins. Remove and place on wire racks to cool completely.