Slimy Monster Cupcakes Recipe

Slimy Monster Cupcakes Recipe

  • 1 package (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
  • 1 (8 ounce) tub COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
  • 24 large JET-PUFFED Marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup green decorating sugar
  • 1 (1.5 ounce) tube black decorating gel
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 pkg. (4 serving size) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
  • 2 drops green food coloring
  1. Prepare cake batter and bake as directed on package for cupcakes. Cool. Place 1/3 cup of the whipped topping in large resealable plastic bag. Add marshmallows; seal bag. Shake until evenly coated. Place decorating sugar in shallow pan. Add marshmallows; toss lightly until marshmallows are evenly coated. Place in single layer on tray; decorate as desired using decorating gel.
  2. Pour milk into medium bowl. Add dry pudding mix. Beat 2 min. Gently stir in remaining whipped topping until well blended. Spoon 1-1/2 cups of the pudding mixture into small bowl. Add food coloring; stir until blended. Spoon into small resealable plastic bag. Snip off 1 corner from bottom of bag; set aside.
  3. Cut 1-inch chunk from top of each cupcake with small knife; remove and reserve for snacking or other use. Pipe pudding mixture from bag into holes in cupcakes. Spread tops with remaining pudding mixture. Top with the marshmallows. Store in refrigerator.