Pink Squirrel Cupcakes A Classic
Pink Squirrel Cupcakes, A Classic
Brief History
The Pink Squirrel was invented in the 1950’s by Bryant Sharp at Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Pink Squirrel is still enjoyed as an after dinner adult “shake” here in WI. You can stop at any Supper Club in the great state of Wisconsin and order one of these drinks. The almond flavored Pink Squirrel or minty green, crème de menthe Grasshopper or a Golden Cadillac, made with crème de cacao and Galliano.
Make a Comeback
All ice cream drinks to have taken an illustrious ride in drink history. Starting as a glamorous cocktail, then becoming pop culture favorites but eventually fading into obscurity. The cocktails were traditionally made with heavy cream however over the years ice cream has replaced the cream. Pink Squirrel along with the Grasshopper and Golden Cadillac have become favorite ice cream cocktails.
Different Flavor Combinations
With so many different types of liqueurs available today, all three of these retro classics can be revamped into new, exciting and fun cocktails. With flavors like white chocolate, chocolate mint and any of the many flavors from Godiva Liqueurs, ice cream drinks are sure to make a sensational comeback. After all, blenders aren’t just for smoothies and margaritas! Ice cream drinks are only a shake away.

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Pink Squirrel Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 box funfetti cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons creme de almond liqueur or 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons creme de cacao or 1 teaspoon chocolate flavoring
- 24 cupcake liners
- 1 container funfetti vanilla frosting
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 drops red food coloring
- 2 tablespoons # 5 silver dragees
- 18 creme de pirouline artisan rolled wafers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º Line muffin tin with paper liners, set aside.
- Blend cake mix, eggs, oil, water, creme de almond or almond extract, creme de cacao or chocolate flavoring in a large bowl until moistened. Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full.
- Bake at 350º for 18 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Remove cupcakes to wire rack, cool completely. Frost when cool.
- For Frosting:
- In medium bowl stir until combined, container of frosting, 1 teaspoon almond extract and 2 drops red food coloring.
- Frost cupcakes and decorate with dragees and de Pirouline rolled wafers.
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2 Comments on “Pink Squirrel Cupcakes A Classic”
I love these:) Yes, I remember that Pink Squirrel, LOL. I am pinning these lovely cupcakes !
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