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Halloween Ghost Cupcakes

Halloween Ghost Cupcakes

Make your Halloween celebrations unforgettable with these delightful Halloween Ghost Cupcakes! Adorned with fluffy meringue ghosts and vibrant purple buttercream, these spooky treats are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a fun family baking activity, they offer a creative way to celebrate the season. Enjoy the sweetness of the buttery frosting balanced with light meringues as you indulge in this festive dessert.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Purple gel food coloring
  • Black decorating frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in a bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue mixing until stiff peaks form.
  3. Pipe meringue onto the baking sheet into ghost shapes and bake for 2 hours; leave in the oven for an additional 30 minutes after turning it off.
  4. While meringues bake, prepare buttercream by mixing softened butter, confectioners' sugar, and milk until smooth. Add purple gel food coloring to desired shade.
  5. Frost cooled cupcakes with purple buttercream and top each with a meringue ghost decorated using black frosting.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Experiment with different colors of food coloring for unique ghostly creations. Store decorated cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.