Ghost Cupcakes

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With All Hallows’ Eve just a week away, I wanted to pop in with one final Halloween-inspired treat. As I’ve mentioned, I try not to get too involved with a lot of Halloween-related things, however, I do have moments when I get sucked right in. Sometimes so much so that I feel like I have this hidden love for the spooky holiday.

Ghost Cupcakes | Inspired by Charm

Last year my friends and I went to a Halloween party and had a blast. This year our plans are still undetermined. But should the need arise, I do have a few costume ideas up my sleeve.

Anyway, back to the recipe. There are so many creative ways to change up everyday treats for Halloween. So, when I saw this recipe for a ghost cake via BHG, I thought I would would give it my own little twist and turn it into cupcakes. I actually created these last year, but wanted to share them with you today.

Ghost Cupcakes | Inspired by Charm

The one reason I really wanted to make these cupcakes was the chance to experiment with these adorable chocolate trees. They were so fun and easy to create. I love the effect of the sprinkles which give the trees texture and some “leaves.”

Ghost Cupcakes | Inspired by Charm

These cupcakes are topped with a meringue frosting, also known as seven-minute frosting. The recipe might appear a bit intimidating since it uses a double-boiler. But give it a try; it’s actually quite simple.

Ghost Cupcakes | Inspired by Charm

All in all, because these cupcakes are made with a boxed cake mix, they come together rather quickly. However, with all of the fun and spooky little details, it will look like you spent hours in the kitchen.

Are they not the most adorable things you’ve ever seen?

They are such a sweet and spooky touch for a Halloween party or any fall get together.

Ghost Cupcakes | Inspired by Charm

What fun treats are you whipping up for this Halloween? If you happen to give these ghost cupcakes a try, be sure to share them on Instagram! Tag @inspiredbycharm and #inspiredbycharm so I can see your creations!

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Ghost Cupcakes

Chocolate cupcakes topped with meringue frosting shaped into a ghost create the perfect Halloween dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cupcakes, halloween
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Decorating Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 24
Calories: 189kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 chocolate cake mix and items, such as eggs, listed on the package
  • 1/3 cup chocolate melting wafers I prefer the ones from Ghirardelli.
  • Chocolate and colored sprinkles

Meringue Frosting:

Instructions

  • Begin by preparing your cupcakes according to the package directions. Allow to cool.
  • Next, you’ll want to make your trees. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Then, in a double broiler (or microwave), melt the chocolate discs. Once the chocolate is completely melted, transfer it to a plastic piping bag (or plastic baggie) and snip off a small piece from the end / corner. On the wax paper, pipe out your trees. You’ll want to make them about 2 to 3 inches tall. Also, be sure to make them thick enough so that they won’t break when hardened. Before the chocolate sets, add sprinkles to look like leaves. Chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate has hardened.
  • In the meantime, prepare your frosting.
  • In a double boiler, combine the sugar, water, egg whites, and cream of tartar. Cook, beating constantly with the electric mixer on high speed for about 10 – 13 minutes. (The frosting should read 160 degrees F on a candy thermometer.) Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add vanilla; then continue to beat for about one more minute or until the frosting is fluffy and will hold soft to stiff peaks.
  • Add a base coat of frosting to each cupcake. Then, using a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip, pipe the frosting in one mound on top of each cupcake. Use two dark colored sprinkles for the eyes.
  • Then, carefully peel the trees from the waxed paper and press into each cupcake behind the ghost.

Nutrition

Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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