Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) yellow cake mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed6 large marshmallows1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallowsCoarse white sugar and/or edible glitter, optionalIcing decorations or bear-shaped crackers, optional

Preparation

Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for cupcakes. Cool completely. Remove cupcakes from liners.

Place one cupcake on a serving plate, top side down. Cover completely with 1/4 cup whipped topping. Cut a large marshmallow crosswise in half. Cut each half with an apple corer to make an igloo entrance; press against cupcake.

Starting at the bottom, cover entire cupcake with rows of miniature marshmallows, forming an igloo. Repeat with remaining cupcakes. If desired, decorate with coarse sugar and icing decorations.