Cute Back to School Kids Idea - Apple Cupcakes

Looking for a cute way to end or begin the school year? These adorable apple shaped cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate.

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Add a gummy worm for an even cuter idea. These apple shaped cupcakes would also be a great way to celebrate Eric Carle and The Hungry Caterpillar as well.

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Ingredients Needed

chocolate cake mix butter, vanilla red frosting 1. 2. 3

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Use the red frosting to pipe a tall smooth swirl on the cupcake to form the apple.

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Use the green frosting to pipe a leaf or two from the base of the stem up.

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Wrap the gummy worm around the apple.

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