FIRECRACKER CUPCAKES

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These no-fuss treats are so much fun to make with kids, and they put a spark in Fourth of July parties. You can tint the whipped topping red and blue to make the frosting festive, too. -Erin Glass, White Hall, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5 pieces red pull-and-peel licorice
6 drops red food coloring
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided
4 drops blue food coloring
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
24 cupcakes of your choice
Assorted red and blue sprinkles, optional

Steps:

Cut each licorice twist into five pieces; pull apart one end of each to make firecracker fuses. Set aside., In a resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 teaspoon water and red food coloring; add 1/2 cup coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint coconut. In another bag, combine 1/4 teaspoon water and blue food coloring; add remaining coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint. , Spread whipped topping over cupcakes; decorate with coconut or sprinkles as desired. Insert firecraker fuses into tops. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.