ST. PATRICK'S DAY CUPCAKES 
1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 (4 serving) pkg. instant pistachio pudding mix
3/4 c. miniature semi-sweet chocolate pieces
2/3 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 beaten eggs
1 1/4 c. milk
1/2 c. cooking oil
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 of 16 oz. can cream cheese frosting (1 c.)
Green colored sugar
1/2 c. candy-coated milk chocolate pieces

In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, pudding mix, chocolate pieces, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, combine eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Stir into flour mixture just until combined. Fill greased or paper bake cup lined muffin cups 2/3 full. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Frost with cream cheese frosting; sprinkle with green sugar, then milk chocolate pieces. Makes 18.

 

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