I developed these cupcakes for my daughter’s first birthday, and got a lot of requests for the recipe. What a great way to dress up a boxed mix!
—MINDY CARSWELL WALKER, MI
PREP: 10 MIN. • BAKE: 15 MIN. + COOLING • MAKES: 24 SERVINGS
1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
4 teaspoons root beer concentrate, divided
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Vanilla ice cream, optional
1. Prepare and bake cupcakes according to the package directions, adding 2 teaspoons root beer concentrate when mixing batter. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
2. In a small bowl, mix whipped topping and remaining root beer concentrate until blended; spread over cupcakes. Serve with ice cream if desired.
NOTE This recipe was tested with McCormick root beer concentrate.