Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 can cherry frosting
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
Special equipment needed:
- Cupcake pan
- Cupcake liners
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Cooling rack
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Line cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and maraschino cherry juice. Mix with an electric mixer until well combined.
4. Fold in chopped maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
5. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full with batter.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let cupcakes cool on a cooling rack.
8. Frost cupcakes with cherry frosting.
9. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the frosting.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 18-20 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
- Makes 24 cupcakes.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of maraschino cherries, use fresh cherries or dried cherries.
- Instead of mini chocolate chips, use regular chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup shredded coconut to the batter for a tropical twist.
- Use vanilla frosting instead of cherry frosting for a classic flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Drain the maraschino cherries well before chopping them.
- Use a cookie scoop to evenly distribute batter into cupcake liners.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Storage instructions:
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Microwave cupcakes for 10-15 seconds to warm them up.
Presentation ideas:
- Place cupcakes on a decorative platter or cake stand.
- Use cupcake wrappers with a cherry design.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the frosting.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream
Troubleshooting advice:
- If cupcakes are overbaked, they will be dry. Check them at 18 minutes and remove them from the oven when a toothpick comes out clean.
- If cupcakes are underbaked, they will be gooey in the center. Check them at 18 minutes and add a few more minutes if needed.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing food.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to prevent contamination.
Food history:
- Maraschino cherries were first made in Croatia in the 16th century and were originally made with marasca cherries.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, fruity, nutty, and chocolatey.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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