candy corn cupcakes

For a simple, easy Halloween treat idea, make candy corn cupcakes. 

candy corn cupcakes

This week it’s all about the Halloween cupcakes folks. I’ll highlight a different cupcake each day . First up, the easiest ever cupcake decoration: Smashed up candy corn to turn any cupcakes into candy corn cupcakes. That’s it.

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how to make candy corn cupcakes for Halloween 

• Cupcakes
• Frosting
• Disposable decorating bag
• Size “12” decorating tip
• Rubber band
• Candy corn
• Zip-top bag
• Mallet or hammer

Step 1: Place a couple handfuls of candy corn in a zip-top bag. Use the mallet or hammer to crush the candy. Be sure to place the bag over a cutting board or towel to prevent damage to the surface beneath. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare your favorite cupcakes according to the recipe and let cool completely.

Step 3: Prepare frosting according to your favorite recipe, or, use store-bought frosting. (TIP: To thicken store-bought frosting so it’s easier to pipe, stir in confectioner’s sugar until the desired consistency is reached.) Fit a decorating bag with the tip, fill with frosting, and close tightly with a rubber band.

Step 4: Working with one cupcake at a time, pipe a swirl to cover the top of the cupcake with frosting. Immediately coat with crushed candy corn.