Step 1

Thaw and puree frozen strawberries, set aside.

Step 2

Combine dry cake mix and jello in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the pureed strawberries, eggs, oil & water to the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Beat on low for minute, then on medium for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Line 24 muffin tins with cupcake liners. Fill liners with batter (about ⅔) of the way full.

Step 6

Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Step 7

For frosting, empty both cans of lemon frosting in a bowl.

Step 8

Grate the zest of half a lemon in the bowl.

Step 9

Add the juice of ½ lemon in the bowl (more or less according to your taste).

Step 10

Stir to combine the frosting ingredients.

Step 11

Frost cooled cupcakes with lemon frosting and garnish with fresh sliced strawberries, lemon drop candies and paper straws cut in half if desired.

Step 12

Makes 24 cupcakes.