Create Your Own Cupcake Toppers: A Fun DIY Project

Did you know it's easy to make your own cupcake toppers with just stamps and fondant? If you can do toddler play-doh time, you can do this. Amazon is filled with cookie cutter stamps. Here's a curated list of some good ones! The key is to look for ones that have a plunger or some way to remove the fondant from the mold.

Cupcake with Eevee topper on a stand, surrounded by Pokémon cards and toys. Red and blue Poké Balls are nearby on a white surface.

Cupcakes with fondant Pokémon designs, surrounded by Pokémon cards, a Poké Ball toy, a Pikachu figure, and two Nintendo Switch game cards on marble photo backdrop.

Blue KitchenAid mixer with whipped buttercream in a silver bowl on a countertop. Knife block in the background. Text on the wall in the background reads "Proverbs 24:3-4."

Fun Themes for Cupcake Toppers

No matter your child's chosen party theme—like Pokémon in my case—there's a stamp for that. Buy white fondant, cut and stamp it, and then spray or shake on some edible gold. You're good to go!

The Easy Process

I didn't even use a rolling pin or fondant roller. Instead, I watched a TV show and flattened little discs by hand, then stamped them. The stamp does all the work! This is a simple and fun way to get your kids involved in the kitchen.

To enhance the cupcake experience, I decided to use store-bought strawberry cake mix. I paired it with my go-to vanilla buttercream frosting, which adds a delightful touch.

Perfect Vanilla Frosting Recipe

Ingredients

3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
Small pinch of sea salt
1.5 lbs (24 oz) powdered sugar
1 TBSP vanilla extract
3 TBSP cream or milk

Directions

Beat the butter on medium-high speed for 6 minutes.
Set the mixer to low speed and add the salt, powdered sugar, and milk until incorporated.
Turn the mixer back up to medium-high speed and beat for an additional 6 minutes.

Baking the Cupcakes

So, basically, you bake the cupcakes, make the frosting, pipe the frosting, stamp some fondant, and then shake on some glitter. It's that easy! You can create a delightful treat that will make your child and their friends smile, while also saving a ton of money by not ordering from a bakery.

Easy Supplies to Get Started

To make your cupcake toppers, here are some helpful Amazon links for supplies:

These tools will make your cupcake-making experience easier and more enjoyable!

Final Thoughts

Creating your own cupcake toppers is a fun, creative activity that you can do at home. It allows for customization and adds a personal touch to any event. Plus, it fosters creativity in children, giving them an opportunity to express themselves.

Now that you have the tips and tricks, it's time to get started on your next baking adventure. You’ll love how simple and rewarding it can be to create beautiful and delicious cupcakes right from your kitchen!