Easter Chick Cupcakes

Split cookies, leaving filling on 1 side of each cookie. Coarsely chop plain split cookies; set aside. Cut 18 split cookies with filling into quarters. (You will have 24 split cookies and 72 quartered split cookie pieces, all with filling on one side.)

Prepare cake mix as directed on package. Fold chopped cookie pieces into prepared cake batter. Spoon batter into paper-lined (2 1/2-inch) muffin-pan cups.

Bake cupcakes according to package directions or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pans; cool completely on wire racks.

Frost cupcakes with prepared frosting, a few at a time. Place a whole split cookie, filling side up, on each frosted cupcake. Attach 1 cookie quarter to front of whole cookie in the middle with the point facing down (frosting side up) for the beak and one cookie quarter on top on each side with points facing out for wings, attaching with frosting as needed. Repeat with remaining cupcakes and cookies.

Decorate chicks with colored decorating frosting or gel as desired for eyes, feathers, etc. Let dry. Green-tinted coconut can be sprinkled on frosted cupcakes for grass.

cook's notes

If you can't find the Spring Oreos, you can use regular oreos and yellow frosting.