From the baking queen of classic cakes comes an all new series of my favorite sweets, Shirley Temple Cupcakes.

In my childhood, there was nothing quite as pleasurable as getting a Shirley Temple cupcake from my grandmother. These cupcakes were the iconic sweet treat of the 1940s and 50s, and my grandparents were nothing if not old-fashioned. They made them by hand with the best-quality ingredients, and I cherish every single one of them.

I vividly remember the day my grandmother made them for me. She had to get the ingredients out of the cupboard and onto the kitchen counter by flashlight, and I was in awe of her skill. She used vanilla frosting and shaped each cupcake into a Shirley Temple shape with a toothpick. When it was all done, she placed them on a bakery sheet and baked them in the oven.

The cupcakes were light, fluffy, and irresistible. I couldn’t get enough of them, and I ate them all within minutes of getting home from school. Even now, I can still taste the sweet vanilla flavor and the delicate spun-sugar coating on each cupcake. It’s a memory that I’ll never forget. Thank you, Shirley Temple cupcakes, for being a part of my childhood!

FAQ for Shirley Temple Cupcakes

-How many cupcakes do you need?

You will need 24 cupcakes.

-How many variations are there?

There are three variations: red velvet, chocolate, and vanilla.

-What kind of frosting do you need?

You will need cream cheese frosting.

-What type of cake do you need?

You will need a boxed cake mix.

-What is the icing called?

The icing is called cream cheese frosting.

-Can I use another flavor of cake?

You can use any flavor of cake that you like.

-Can I use different colors of frosting?

Yes, you can use any colors of frosting that you like.

-How long will it take to make the cupcakes?

It will take you approximately 30 minutes to make the cupcakes.