Apple Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Prepare cake batter and bake as directed on package for 24 cupcakes; cool completely.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, use kitchen shears to cut 2 leaf shapes from each stick of gum.
4. 4
   Empty sprinkles into small bowl.
5. 5
   Spoon frosting into medium bowl.
6. 6
   Add COOL WHIP; whisk until blended.
7. 7
   Spread onto cupcakes.
8. 8
   Dip tops, 1 at a time, into sprinkles.
9. 9
   Decorate with pretzels and gum pieces to resemble apples as shown in photo.