Presentation: 6/10. I like the contrast of the dark brown cupcakes and the light pink frosting, but the frosting came out a bit messy.
Taste: 7/10. This is just my opinion, but I'm not really a fan of how they tasted together.
Texture: 7/10. The cake was just right, but the frosting was too buttery in my opinion (I don't like buttercream all that much so this isn't a bad reflection on the recipe, just my preference.)
Time/Convenience: 5/10. Besides for the strawberry preserves, the ingredients were pretty straightforward, but making the frosting was an extra step.
All in all: 6.25/10. Every little girl's dream.
Credit: Something Sweet: Desserts, Baked Goods, and Treats for Every Occasion, by Miriam Pascal
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