Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes
1 package chocolate fudge cake mix 1 cup milk ½ cup canola oil 4 large eggs 16oz jar maraschino cherries, chopped 1 cup sweet cream unsalted butter, softened 2-4 Tbsps. maraschino cherry juice 3½ cups powdered sugar In large bowl, combine cake mix, milk, oil and eggs. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Add cherries and mix until just combined. The cherries settled in the bottom of the cupcakes a little. If you would rather, place a tablespoon or so on top of each cupcake instead of mixing into the batter. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. To make frosting, place softened butter in mixing bowl. Beat 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add two tablespoons cherry juice and mix thoroughly. If needed, add more cherry juice 2 teaspoons at a time until desired consistency is reached. Spread frosting on top of each cupcake and top with whole cherry if desired.