Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 oz. white cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 eggs
- Halloween fondant (white and black) for decoration
- 8 oz. whipped cream for frosting
- Buttercream or white frosting for undercoating
- Ghosts’ accessories such as candy eyes, small pieces of candy, etc.
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions and bake in cupcake molds.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Frost the cupcakes with a layer of buttercream or white frosting as a base.
- Cover the cupcakes with whipped cream frosting.
- Use Halloween fondant to shape ghosts’ bodies and faces. Add candy eyes and other accessories to complete the look.
- Place the finished ghost cupcakes in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to set the fondant.
- Serve cold for best results.
Nutritional Information: (Per cupcake)
- Calories: Approx. 400-450 (depending on size and ingredients used)
- Fat: Moderate
- Carbohydrates: High
- Protein: Moderate
Dish Characteristics:
- Halloween theme with fondant ghosts decoration
- Delicious and creamy white cake base with sweet whipped cream frosting
- Fun and easy to make at home for a Halloween celebration or party.
User Comments:
- “These ghost cupcakes are so cute and tasty! A perfect Halloween dessert!”
- “The fondant decoration was a bit challenging but the outcome was worth it.”
- “My kids loved these cupcakes, they were a big hit at our Halloween party!”
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that all ingredients are easily available in supermarkets in the United States.
- Handle fondant carefully to avoid breaking or cracking while shaping ghosts.
- Follow the instructions on the cake mix box for accurate baking time and temperature.
- Keep the cupcakes cold until serving to maintain their freshness and appearance.
