Prepare the Cupcakes as directed on the box. Set aside to cool.

If desired, peel apples, core, and cut into 1 inch cubes. Toss with lemon juice, sugar and cinnamon. Add more or less for desired sweetness. Place into a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until apples release their juice and start to get tender, about 15 minutes.

Cut top off of cupcakes and set aside.

Fill cupcake with cooked apples.

Place the cupcake top back on the apples. You may have to trim the point off to allow it to sit flat.

Add Red Frosting.

Smooth frosting with a knife or small offset spatula.

Pour Red Sanding Sugar into a shallow but wide bowl and dip the cupcake into the sugar to coat the frosting. Add a chocolate candy and green candy to make a faux stem and leaves.