These Boo-tiful Halloween Cupcakes are a Ghostly Delight!
Get ready to delight your Halloween party guests with these spook-tacular chocolate cupcakes! Each cupcake is topped with a creamy vanilla buttercream frosting that adds the perfect touch of sweetness. To make them extra special, we’ve adorned them with adorable white chocolate ghosts that are sure to be a hit at any Halloween gathering. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply creating a festive treat, these cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season.
Halloween Ghost Cupcakes Recipe
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Prep: 15 minutes | Assembly Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Main Ingredients
- 12 premade chocolate cupcakes
- ΒΌ cup white chocolate melting wafers
- Candy eye balls
- Black edible marker
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter (room temp)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Red food coloring gel
- Yellow food coloring gel
Directions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Make the frosting by adding the butter to a large mixing bowl and mix on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add in the powdered sugar.
Pause to scrape the bowl, add in the heavy cream and vanilla. Continue to mix on medium-high speed until a fluffy frosting has formed. (About 1 minute)
Slowly add in a few drops of red and yellow food gel and mix by hand to incorporate. Add more gel coloring until your desired shade of orange is achieved.
In a small microwavable bowl, melt the chocolate wafers according to the package.
Spoon about a teaspoon of chocolate on the baking sheet. Using the back side of a spoon press into the chocolate and swoop down to make a curved line. (See picture).
Repeat to make 12 ghosts, place on the candy eyes and allow to cool and set.
Once set, use edible marker to make ghost mouths.
Assemble the cupcakes by piping the frosting and pressing a ghost in the center.
Enjoy!
FAQ
Can I use store-bought frosting instead of making my own vanilla buttercream?
Absolutely! While homemade vanilla buttercream adds a special touch, store-bought frosting can save time and still taste delicious.
Can I make these cupcakes in advance?
Yes, you can bake the cupcakes and prepare the frosting a day in advance. Just store them separately in airtight containers and assemble them on the day you plan to serve.
Are there any alternatives to white chocolate for the ghost decorations?
If you prefer, you can use fondant to create the ghost shapes for a different texture and flavor. This post shows how to make ghosts out of fondant: These Halloween Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes are Hauntingly Delicious!
