Almond Joy Cupcakes

For the Cupcakes

devil’s food cake mix (see note below)

instant chocolate pudding mix

sour cream

vegetable oil

large eggs, lightly beaten

pure vanilla extract

warm water

snack size Almond Joy candy bars, cut in half

For the Buttercream

unsalted butter, room temperature (I used Challenge Butter)

confectioners' sugar, sifted

vanilla extract (I used clear vanilla)

heavy cream

For the Garnish

shredded coconut