Learn how to fill and frost your cupcakes!

CHICOPEE, Mass. (Mass Appeal) - It's time to satisfy your sweet tooth with some easy, fun baking tricks! Ashley Barton, vegetarian chef/baker and blogger, joined us to show you how to fill and frost your cupcakes.

Citrus Cherry Compote Filling

Ingredients:

• 3/4 lb frozen dark, sweet cherries,
• 1 lime, juiced (save the two halves)
• 1/2 cup of sugar

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan (including the two lime halves).
2. Cook over medium heat until the cherries start to break down and the mixture begins to thicken.
3. Remove from heat, remove the two lime halves, and let cool.
4. Prep your cooled cupcakes by removing a 1" diameter circular section from each.
5. Add a heaping tablespoon of compote to each cupcake.
6. Frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!