Andes Mint Cupcakes

By srumbel

from mostlyhomemademom.com

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients for cake mix)
• 3 bags (12 pieces) Andes mint chocolate candies
• 1 container vanilla frosting
• 1/2 tsp mint extract (optional)
• 3 drops green food coloring (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Mix cake batter according to directions on box and divide equally among 2 cupcake tins (24 cupcakes total). Place an unwrapped Andes chocolate on top of batter in each cup. Bake for 18-20 minutes at 350, or until cupcakes are done. Allow to cool completely. Meanwhile, stir mint extract and green food coloring into frosting can. Frost cooled cupcakes and place a half of an Andes mint on the top. Serve in painted martini glasses.