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Marshmallow Ghost Cupcakes

Delightful cupcakes topped with fluffy marshmallow ghosts, perfect for Halloween.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Marshmallow Ghost Topping
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
Make Marshmallow Ghosts
  1. In a saucepan, combine mini marshmallows and water over low heat, stirring until melted.
  2. Remove from heat and gradually stir in powdered sugar until a thick mixture forms.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then use a piping bag to pipe ghost shapes on top of each cupcake.
  4. Melt dark chocolate chips and use a toothpick to dot eyes on the marshmallow ghosts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

These cupcakes are a fun and spooky treat for Halloween parties. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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