Parma Violet Cupcakes

I wanted to experiment with using parma violets in buttercream and then piping the buttercream onto cupcakes. I used 4 packets of giant parma violets, crushed up and then substituted part of the amount of icing sugar needed to make the buttercream. I also used Wilton violet colouring to give it a lovely colour. I was pleased with the way the cakes turned out but for me the taste of parma violets could have been stronger so possibly next time I will get some violet essence and add that in.
The cupcakes were fairly well recieved by my work colleagues but it turns out not everyone shares my love for parma violets!!

I'm thinking about trying refresher sweets next time....