Description
These Fondant Ghost Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting are a delightful Halloween treat featuring moist, fluffy cupcakes topped with rich buttercream and adorable fondant ghosts. Perfect for spooky celebrations, these cupcakes combine a classic vanilla flavor with festive decorations that are sure to impress guests of all ages.
Ingredients
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Cupcake Batter
- 1.5 sticks butter (softened)
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2.75 cups flour
- 1.5 cups half and half
- purple food coloring gel (optional for batter color)
Buttercream Frosting
- 4 cups confectioners sugar
- 2 sticks butter (softened)
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- purple food coloring gel (for frosting color)
Fondant Ghost Decorations
- white fondant (for making ghost shapes)
- extra small black candy disks (for eyes)
- large marshmallows (for ghost bodies)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cupcake Batter: In a large bowl, cream together 1.5 sticks softened butter and 1.75 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the 2 eggs one at a time, then add 1 tbsp vanilla extract and mix well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together 2.75 cups flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1.5 cups half and half. Mix just until combined. Optionally add a few drops of purple food coloring gel to give the batter a festive hue.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake pans with liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for approximately 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Make the Buttercream Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat 2 sticks softened butter until creamy. Gradually add 4 cups confectioners sugar, alternating with 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream, and 3 tsp vanilla extract. Continue beating until the frosting is smooth and spreadable. Mix in purple food coloring gel to your desired shade of purple.
- Frost the Cupcakes: Once cupcakes are completely cool, use a spatula or piping bag to generously frost each cupcake with the purple buttercream.
- Create Fondant Ghosts: Roll out white fondant and shape into small ghost figures or drape it over large marshmallows to form ghost bodies. Use the extra small black candy disks to create eyes by pressing them gently onto the fondant ghosts.
- Decorate the Cupcakes: Place one fondant ghost on the top of each frosted cupcake, positioning the marshmallow or fondant ghost securely so it stands or sits upright for a cute and spooky effect.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange your adorable ghost cupcakes on a platter for your Halloween party or festive gathering and watch as they become the centerpiece of your dessert table!
Notes
- These adorable fondant ghost cupcakes are perfect for Halloween and add a festive touch to your dessert table.
- If you prefer, you can substitute heavy cream for milk in the frosting to make it richer.
- Be sure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without altering the frosting consistency.
- Fondant can be stored wrapped in plastic wrap to keep it moist until ready to use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
