What a great weekend! We went to Dinosaur National Monument, which is about 5 1/2 hours from where we live. It was a lot of driving, but it was lots of fun. We did a few hikes, went swimming, and got to see tons of dinosaur fossils. It is a very unique place. No where else that I know of can you see so many fossils in one place, in their original position. They have not completely excavated them, so you see them in the side of the rock like they were discovered.
Now that we are back from our mini vacation it is time to think about Easter. It really snuck up on me, I did not realize it is this coming weekend already! The Easter Bunny better get his act together.
I made these cupcakes last week, and they are super simple to put together. It is hardly a recipe. I just made two of them using the Cupcakes for Two recipe, but you could make your favorite cupcake recipe, or even a box mix! I really wish I could bring treats into my sons class, because I think the kids would get a kick out of these.
Easter Basket Cupcakes

Cupcakes decorated like Easter baskets for the holiday.
Ingredients
- Cupcakes, (Cupcake for Two recipe here)
- Vanilla Frosting, (Recipe here)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 2 drops green food coloring
- candy for decoration
- Pull-Apart Twizzlers or pipe cleaner for handle
Instructions
- Frost cupcakes as desired, trying to leave a well in the center.
- In a small bowl, put 2 drops of food coloring in the bottom. Add coconut, and toss to coat.
- Spoon green coconut into the center of cupcake.
- Pile in a couple pieces of candy.
- Bend the licorice (the handle) into place.
- Put in the fridge to harden, so the handle stays in one place.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 346Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 8mgSodium 232mgCarbohydrates 55gFiber 2gSugar 41gProtein 2g
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Peggy says
These are too cute! Definitely perfect for Easter =)
Joanne says
Those are adorable! You did a great job. 🙂
Kaitlin says
These are so stinkin’ cute! Thanks for sharing them!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
These are so cute, Erin – and easy too! I love these as a fun, festive, and I bet delicious, Easter treat. I posted about Bird’s Nest cupcakes today that I think you’d like too!
Jen @ Juanita's Cocina says
These are cute! AND anything that comes in mini makes my heart sing!
Tiffany says
If these are not the cutest cupcakes!
Noelle (@singerinkitchen) says
These are so cute! They do not look hard at all.
Maureen @ Orgasmic Chef says
Such cute cupcakes! Your trip to Dinosaur National Monument makes me envious. 🙂
Emily @ She Makes and Bakes says
I went to the Dinosaur National Monument when I was a kid and loved it. I bet you guys had a great time! Cute cupcakes.
Katie {Epicurean Mom Blog} says
Omg, these are adorable Erin! Such a cute and creative idea! My girls would go nuts for these!!
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
What a adorable idea!!! Cute photos, Erin!!!
Kit says
Wow! these cupcakes look so sweet & lovely! Well done! 🙂
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
the dinosaur monument sounds really neat! these cupcakes look delicious and totally fun! can I have a cupcake at the monument? 🙂
Lacy @ NYCityEats says
Easter really did come quickly this year! I’m happy because normally that means warmer weather is in sight! These cupcakes are so stinkin adorable! I love the twizzler handles, that’s a nice added touch! They look fantastic!
Denise@BeBetsy says
These are so cute! Love them!! Please consider sharing your lovely recipes on BeBetsy.com Our community would love to see them. Happy Easter!
RavieNomNoms says
What a great time! That sounds like you guys had a blast! 🙂
These cupcakes are just too cute for words!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Adorable Cupcakes! I know Easter came up fast this year, but since it’s just Hubby & I, it will just be another day.
Kiri W. says
Adorabe! 🙂 Love the creative use of candy for the handle!
Mikaela Cowles says
Oh my goodness!!! SOOO cute! My niece would just love these. Now I have to figure out how to get her close enough to enjoy them with me. Multiple State Auntdom is difficult.
steph@stephsbitebybite says
These are so adorable!! I’m hungry for baskets now!
Ramona says
My son is going to want to move to CO… with all that dinosaur fun! These cupcakes are absolutely perfect for Easter. 🙂
Eileen says
These are so cute and fun!
Janet@FCTC says
These are adorable, Erin! I agree; these would be a great classroom treat.
I’m glad you had a good weekend 🙂
Cucina49 says
Erin, those are gorgeous! Love the green “grass” and the egg decorations.
Priscilla-She's Cookin' says
What adorable cupcakes, Erin! These would definitely be a hit as a classroom treat or for Easter brunch 🙂