Ghost Cupcakes with Marshmallow
Delight in the magic of Ghost Cupcakes with Marshmallow—a fluffy, fun dessert perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering. These light cupcakes, topped with an airy marshmallow swirl, are sure to bring smiles and laughter to your dessert table. Easy to make and customizable, they transform ordinary occasions into extraordinary celebrations!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream melted butter and eggs until fluffy. Add milk and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before topping them with marshmallow fluff.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Experiment with flavored extracts like almond or lemon for a unique twist. Decorate with mini marshmallows to create fun ghost faces.