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Ghost Candy Corn Mini Cupcakes That Will Delight You!

ghost candy corn mini cupcakes
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These adorable ghost candy corn mini cupcakes are perfect for Halloween celebrations, combining a delicious vanilla cupcake with a spooky ghostly frosting and festive candy corn.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream
  • Candy corn for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  10. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then fold in the whipped cream.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the ghostly frosting and top with candy corn.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
  • Make sure the cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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