Cherry Cupcakes

Recipe shared by:Duncan Hines

Whip up these tasty cupcakes using Comstock or Wilderness fruit filling for a fast and satisfying snack.

Hands-on Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes
Servings: Makes 24 Cupcakes
Difficulty: EASY

Ingredients

1 box Signature French Vanilla Cake Mix
3 eggs
1 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 can of your favorite Comstock or Wilderness Fruit Filling

Baking Instructions

Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 of the way with batter.
Add a tablespoon of the Comstock or Wilderness Fruit Filling on top of the batter. Do not mix it in.
Bake the cupcakes according to package directions. Once baked, remove from oven and let cool. Remove the cupcakes from liners and serve upside down so the cherries are on top.

Tips & Inspirations

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