How to Make Grinch Cupcakes with Edible Fondant Red Hearts

The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen, and what better way to celebrate than with festive Grinch cupcakes? These delightful treats are not only delicious but also visually stunning, topped with a charming edible fondant red heart. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of making these whimsical cupcakes that are sure to spread holiday cheer!

Ingredients

• For the Cupcakes:

  • Follow the steps for making basic vanilla cupcakes, like this one here, or used boxed vanilla cake mix.

  • Add a few drops of green gel food coloring until your cupcake batter turns a nice Grinch green.

• For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened

  • 4 cups powdered sugar

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• For the Fondant Hearts:

  • 8 oz red fondant or gum paste

  • Cornstarch (for dusting)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cupcakes

Step 2: Make the Frosting

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.

2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.

3. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Create the Fondant Hearts

1. Lightly dust your work surface with cornstarch or parchment paper.

2. Take a small piece of red fondant and knead it until soft and pliable.

3. Roll the fondant into a ball, then flatten it slightly.

4. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to create heart shapes.

5. Allow the fondant hearts to dry for a bit before using them to top your cupcakes.

Step 4: Assemble the Cupcakes

1. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag to frost the cupcakes with the white frosting. Add some fun Christmas sprinkles, like these that have a little Cindy-Lou pink in them.

2. Place a fondant heart on top of each frosted cupcake.

Enjoy Your Grinch Cupcakes AND Make Grinch Kabobs!

These Grinch cupcakes with edible fondant red hearts are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. If you're feeling extra Grinch-y, you can also make Grinch kabobs!

Steps:

Using a wooden skewer, layer halved large marshmallows with a green grape (Grinch face), red strawberry, and miniature marshmallow (Santa hat). A fun way to get kids to eat some fruit this holiday season!

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