Cherry Almond Cupcakes

INGREDIENTS

6 tbsp

unsalted butter, room temperature

3/4 cup

sugar

6 tbsp

sour cream, room temperature

2 tsp

almond extract

large egg whites (room temperature, divided)

1 1/4 cups

all-purpose flour

2 tsp

baking powder

1/4 tsp

salt

6 tbsp

milk, room temperature

2 tbsp

water, room temperature

1/2 cup

salted butter, room temperature

1/2 cup

vegetable shortening

4 1/2 cups

powdered sugar, divided

6 1/2 cups

maraschino cherry juice

Sprinkles

maraschino cherries

Piping bag

Ateco 808 icing tip (or another large round tip)